Those simple acts of kindness, encouragement and support left an impression on me that I carry with me to this day. (I always enjoyed those car rides, as I could literally feel the positive energy and love that emanated from both John and Betty Kay) John always made sure I had plenty of food to eat and that I got back safely. Sometimes coach would let us ride back to campus with our family after meets, and since my family was out of state John and Betty Kay would fill the role of вЂњmom and dadвЂќ and drive Beth and I back to the dorms. (I could always hear him way before I could see him!) Simple words canвЂ™t express what that meant to me, as it was the support I needed at that time in my life, being a college kid away from home. His daughter Beth and I had become fast friends and IвЂ™ll never forget how loud he would cheer for all of the XC team members. I first met John over 20 years ago during a cross country meet at Brevard College. Our hearts go out to you and We will keep you and your family in our prayers through this difficult time. WE LOVE вќ¤ YOU and We will always remember you. We'll be there in AWE and PRAISEING GOD also. With BIG Mother and your other family that has gone before you. I can imagine you up there meeting GOD and singing Loud and PRAISEING HIM. We know you Are With OUR GOD up in HEAVEN and we'll get to see you again one day. Your sisters and brother and the rest of your family will miss you dearly. You were their 1st born and the light of their lives.

We also are PRAYING for you dad Ronnie and mom Susie. We are PRAYING for Jamie Crane (your husband).

I would call your sister Crystal to make sure you was doing good. We three got emotional together вќ¤ because we didn't get to see each other much because of our busy days then. You was checking on him and we told you that we was PRAYING and thinking about you. You just had major surgery and Uncle Dean just came home from Rehab from his stroke. The last time you called Dean and I, We was there on speaker. Ronnell, You will truly be missed by many.

Jesus keep me near the cross rick betts