jbnmini Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Kathy my heart aches for you! You and your family have my deepest sympathies. Having just gone thru this with my dad only 4 weeks ago, and just this past week beginning the process of walking what may be her final days on earth with my mother.... {{hugs}} to you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa_F Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 Kathie I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time and know that your Greenleaf family is holding you close in their hearts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 ooo sweet lady...I am truly saddened to hear this! hugggs dear one and know that we are here when you are ready!! thinking of you always!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heidiiiii Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 I am so sorry for your loss! (((hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyole Posted February 2, 2017 Share Posted February 2, 2017 My condolences. May you be filled with grace commensurate to the love you shared. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Oh Kathie, I can't even find the words to express my sorrow. Lloyd may have been one of the sweetest, kindest human beings I ever had the privilege to meet. Sometimes there are angels sent down to walk among us; bringing smiles and joy to everyone they encounter. I think Lloyd was one of those angels. <wiping away the tears> The world was a better place for having had that man in it. Our hearts and prayers are with you dear lady. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soapz Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Dear Kathie, there are no words to tell you how sad I am to hear this. I feel blessed that I had the opportunity to meet Lloyd, to have shared meals with him, and enjoyed his company. I will treasure his memory as one of the most bright and colorful people I have ever met. Thank you for sharing Lloyd with me. If there is anything I can do let me know. i'm sending you prayers, strength, and my most heartfelt wishes to help you through this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodentraiser Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Kathie, I saw this and I feel what Sable said - that Lloyd was part of our community here. I feel the shock of losing him, as I didn't think he was at all ill. And of course, you must be devastated. Please accept my sympathies and if you need someone to talk to, complain to, listen to you, or anything else, just drop me a PM and we'll exchange numbers or something. Right now I'm hugging you for all I'm worth all the way from Washington to Louisiana. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smjsome Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 Kathie, so sorry, I very much enjoyed meeting Lloyd, I'm so sad for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted February 3, 2017 Share Posted February 3, 2017 I am so terribly sorry to hear this Kathie! My heart just breaks to hear this. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Sending you (((hugs))). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 I am so sorry to hear this. Take care, I wish there was something I could do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheckMouse Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 So sorry, Kathie. All I can do is send you a bushel of love and a case of cyber hugs. We'll be praying for you during these next few days and weeks with all the planning and preparation you must do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debora59 Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Thinking of you Kathie, so sorry for your loss. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pdlnpeabody Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Oh, Kathie! I am so, so sorry! Lloyd was such a great guy. My heart breaks hearing about this. Please, let me know if there is anything ANYTHING I can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 4, 2017 Share Posted February 4, 2017 Jeremy, we're going over on Weds to find a motel close enough to get to the church in time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
me-barbie Posted February 5, 2017 Share Posted February 5, 2017 {{{}}} Kathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 5, 2017 Author Share Posted February 5, 2017 Thank you all for your virtual hugs and messages. I can feel the love. I have many family and friends supporting me as the things-to-do list grows ever longer. Lloyd's obituary http://obits.nola.com/obituaries/nola/obituary.aspx?pid=183915877 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Posted February 5, 2017 Share Posted February 5, 2017 7 minutes ago, KathieB said: Thank you all for your virtual hugs and messages. I can feel the love. I have many family and friends supporting me as the things-to-do list grows ever longer. Lloyd's obituary http://obits.nola.com/obituaries/nola/obituary.aspx?pid=183915877 Felt like I got to know Lloyd a bit more Reading the obituary. Sending on hugs and wish I could have been there for the to-do list too! HUGS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fov Posted February 6, 2017 Share Posted February 6, 2017 So sorry for your loss. Take care of yourself, we'll be here for you when you're ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 8, 2017 Share Posted February 8, 2017 You are in our thoughts tomorrow Kathie stay strong and take care. xx Rosemary and Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 I am so sorry to hear this. You will be in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 My thanks to all for your kind and supportive words. Holly and her DH attended the funeral and were a great comfort. The mass and repast were attended by about 150-160 people, a remarkable turnout for a work day. I was particularly heartened by the number of former students who came to pay their respects and spoke out about how Lloyd was a mentor who helped to shape their lives, both professionally (many are professional artists and educators) and personally. His alma mater (and where he taught art for 20 years), Xavier University of New Orleans, has scheduled a memorial mass in the school chapel for February 23rd. Meanwhile, I am keeping busy with all of the details that need attention. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 For those of you who have not had the joy of meeting Lloyd Bennett, his passing has left a hole in the world. We stopped over in Ocean Springs, MS, to spend the night and ate supper at Phoenicia, the first time we'd been back since meeting Lloyd, Kathie & Chris there one afternoon for lunch & visit, and were just overwhelmed with all the happy memories. We were thrilled to meet so many of Lloyd's delightful family; it's easy to see what made him such a gracious, lovely person. We are looking forward to getting together again with Kathie, once things have calmed down. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L Swearengin Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 2 hours ago, havanaholly said: For those of you who have not had the joy of meeting Lloyd Bennett, his passing has left a hole in the world. We stopped over in Ocean Springs, MS, to spend the night and ate supper at Phoenicia, the first time we'd been back since meeting Lloyd, Kathie & Chris there one afternoon for lunch & visit, and were just overwhelmed with all the happy memories. We were thrilled to meet so many of Lloyd's delightful family; it's easy to see what made him such a gracious, lovely person. We are looking forward to getting together again with Kathie, once things have calmed down. Omg Holly that is so not fair. . That is my favorite food stop in ocean springs. Can't wait to move there and get out of misery . I'm addicted to the kibble Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 11, 2017 Author Share Posted February 11, 2017 5 minutes ago, L Swearengin said: Omg Holly that is so not fair. . That is my favorite food stop in ocean springs. Can't wait to move there and get out of misery . I'm addicted to the kibble Well, so move soon! We can arrange another meet-up! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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