bbarnhouse 0 #1 February 17, 2005 We lost one of our Arizona Homegrowns yesterday. Dr. Kenny as everyone called him was one hell of skydiver and a good friend. He will be missed by this community. My heart bleeds for his wife and family. For those that knew him, please post your memories here. It will all be given to the family. We will also post funeral/memorial information here. incident LOVE like its your last day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #2 February 17, 2005 my condolences, I don't think I knew Dr Kenny Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SurfFlite 0 #3 February 17, 2005 To Karen, Kendall and their yet unborn child, Kathy and I are so sorry to hear of this terrible loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do to help please feel free to contact us. With all our love, Kerry & Kathy Vail Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #4 February 17, 2005 My sincere condolences to his family and all of his friends and loved ones. My heart goes out to you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjhdiver 0 #5 February 17, 2005 QuoteWe lost one of our Arizona Homegrowns yesterday. Dr. Kenny as everyone called him was one hell of skydiver and a good friend. He will be missed by this community. My heart bleeds for his wife and family. For those that knew him, please post your memories here. It will all be given to the family. We will also post funeral/memorial information here. incident LOVE like its your last day. I've known his wife Karen since she was on AFF. I saw both of them this Christmas, and with a new kid on the way, she looked happy and content, and so did he. This is just horrible. We'll need to be there for her for a long time.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissMae 0 #6 February 17, 2005 It just doesn't seem fair. I talked with Karen when she jumped before they had their first little one, and they used to joke around about the marriage subject. What a wonderful couple. Just a few weeks ago I saw Dr. Kenny landing and hopping it out, and when I took a closer look he had lost his shoe in freefall. He just shrugged it off and within 5 minutes I saw him carrying around someone's shoes (or a spare he had hidden somewhere). Very fun loving guy and it saddens me that his children won't be able to see in person what a fun guy their papa is. Karen my heart goes out to you, and I hope you know that you have a huge community that cares about you and is here for you if you need anything. take the time to appreciate the people around you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #7 February 17, 2005 Very sad for you and your friends. Peace.~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jsyslo 0 #8 February 17, 2005 Very sad news for regulars in Eloy. Kenny was a fantastic guy, and my heart goes out to his wife and young familly. I hope there is something more I can do than post condolences, please let me know. All will be in my prayers.Blue Skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebecca 0 #9 February 17, 2005 Heartbreaking. My deepest condolences to all who are grieving. you've got to ask yourself one question: 'Do I feel loquacious?' -- well do you, punk? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Judit 0 #10 February 17, 2005 My deepest condolences to his family and everyone who loved him. R.I.P. Take risks not to escape life but to prevent life from escaping Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TitaniumLegs 8 #11 February 17, 2005 I only met Kenny a couple times, one of those at their wedding. Like Gareth, I've known Karen since she started jumping. This is truly horrible, again. Karen: Melissa called me after you called her. Talking to Steph, words cannot begin to describe our feelings. For now, I just don't know what to say. Steph and I will send you an email. Kenny plays with TimmyD, JohnnyLuv, and all the rest of our departed friends now. If there is anything Steph, Kira and I can do, please ask. Peter (>o|-< If you don't believe me, ask me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ranchhand28 0 #12 February 17, 2005 I'm in a state of total disbelief still... My deepest feelings to Karen, Kendall and the little one. Kenny, it was awesome jumping with you during Xtmas and Thanksgiving bro! I will always miss your big naughty smile! love to all. T Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflydrew 0 #13 February 17, 2005 What horrible, horrible news. Kenny is such a wonderful person, Skydive Arizona and the skydiving community are at such a loss. -drew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packerbarbie 0 #14 February 17, 2005 I just saw Karen and Kenny and met their little daughter at Christmas up in NorCal. Dear Karen, i am so sad to hear about your terrible loss. My heart and condolences goes out to you, and the entire family & community of skydivers who are grieving. Thoughts and prayers are with you. -------------------------------------------------- "Well, it's a big pretty white plane with a red stripe, curtains at the windows, wheels, and it just looks like a big Tylenol!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityGirl 0 #15 February 17, 2005 Karen.... .....we are here. Anywhere. Anytime. Anything. And I mean that most literally. Kenny. I'm glad I got to see you a couple of weeks ago. And indeed our little girls will get together and play in the near future. And yes, it is funny how our lives turned out. And damn it. I just didn't know that was going to be the last hug I got from you. But it was a good one. Your hugs always were. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Peace and Blue Skies! Bonnie ==>Gravity Gear! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuickDraw 0 #16 February 17, 2005 Hi Betsy.. i'm afraid i don't know whether or not i knew or met Kenny, but i love SDA & its people, losing any of them is awful. Does anyone have a picture of Kenny ? My condolences for his family & friends. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
richcoppa 0 #17 February 17, 2005 I have tried to attach Karen and Kenny's wedding photo. It is 112kb and exceeds the sites maximum attachment size. If you would like I can try to e-mail it directly to you. I have known Karen for over 20 years. I am glad that she will have such a supportive group of friends to see her through this tragedy. Samantha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #18 February 17, 2005 My condolences to all of you. Sometimes this is a very hard sport to be in when you lose people around you. That is one of the things I did not miss in those years I quit jumping. Blue Skies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
richcoppa 0 #19 February 17, 2005 Okay - I'm not really computer literate but I tried again and hopefully the photo is attached. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MissMae 0 #20 February 17, 2005 I have a photo of them both I can post. take the time to appreciate the people around you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
benforde 0 #21 February 17, 2005 A deep breath, I can't believe it, one second it's a normal week day at the DZ, the next second one of the very best leaves us. My sincere condolences to Dr Kenny's family and to Homegrown his local extended family. I guess the funky chicken will never taste the same. Rest in peace. Benjamin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ad151 0 #22 February 17, 2005 Kenny, you will be missed brotha, but not forgotten. RIP Eternal Blue Skies -scott Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #23 February 17, 2005 I'm so sorry to hear that this happened. Sincere condolonces to Kenny's family and his SDA family. Hes flying with some of our best sweet angels now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BikerBabe 0 #24 February 17, 2005 I'm in shock. Eloy is my second home DZ, and I remember many times Kenny coming through the hangar, always smiling. He's flying high, now. Everyone at Eloy is in my thoughts, Karen most of all. AndiNever meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #25 February 17, 2005 Funeral Services for Dr. Kenny Cosgrove Sunday, February 20, 2005 at 3:30 PM Location: Green Acres Mortuary& Cemetary Chapel Address: 401 N Hayden Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85257 (480) 945-2654 Burial will take place at sunset at the cemetery. Family has requested that anyone that wishes to place any piece of memorabilia in the burial site is welcome to do so. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
