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It is with a heavy heart that i must confirm that Kevin has passed away.. He died doing what he loved.

He was a great man with an incredible faith and i have no doubt he will enjoy celebrating with his savior on the amazing peaks in Heaven.

Eerily Kevin and I ironically both promised each other 2 things should one of us die whilst climbing. Buddy, i promise you i will do everything possible to fulfill this. You are loved and will never be forgotten.
Luke 1:37 - For nothing is impossible with God
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travis19877 wrote:It is with a heavy heart that i must confirm that Kevin has passed away.. He died doing what he loved.

He was a great man with an incredible faith and i have no doubt he will enjoy celebrating with his savior on the amazing peaks in Heaven.

Eerily Kevin and I ironically both promised each other 2 things should one of us die whilst climbing. Buddy, i promise you i will do everything possible to fulfill this. You are loved and will never be forgotten.
Travis, please don't start second-guessing your decision. Survivor's guilt can be a horrible thing to suffer through. Find strength in family, friends, and faith. Don't remember Kevin for how he died -- remember him for how he lived.
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sorry dude. not much else to say but that.
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This really hurts to read. Travis please let us know if we can do anything! Maybe a moment of prayer on top of every 14er summit this month. You really show how great friends really work!
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No doubt Kevin is in heaven. I'm so saddened even though I only met him once. I pray for his loved ones RIP.
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Post by EatinHardtack »

I have no words, I'm in shock. I had climbed with Kevin before and he was a wonderful young man. My sincere condolences to Kevin's family during this time. Travis stay as stong as you can. I am so sorry to hear this today. I am glad I knew Kevin.
"In our youths our hearts were touched with fire" - Oliver Wendell Holmes
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I second what Terry said - don't second guess your decision - it was the only choice you had and you took it. I think anyone else with a reasonable brain would have done the same thing.
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This is sad news... I had the pleasure of hiking with him on Humboldt in March. RIP Kevin.
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Post by Mountainspirit »

I am in shock.
May Kevin rest in peace.
Travis - you did the right thing in getting help - always remember that!
Grace & Peace
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Because my cup doth overflow
With the beauty of the days gone by." - Van Morrison
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wow.

my sincerest condolences go out to all involved. absolutely shocking.
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The verse Kevin used for his signature on this site:

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths. --Proverbs 3:5-6

Obviously, a remarkable young man in many, many ways. My prayers for comfort to his family and friends.
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:(

Rest in peace, Kevin. A truly sad day for all who knew him.
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