Obituaries & Memory Books

So sorry to hear of Cindy's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with our friend and Cindy's mother, Barb Crumpton. May God heal the pain you all feel.

Dearest Sara,
Although we were out of town when we heard the news of your mom, please know that she has been in our prayers and thoughts since we first met you.
Welcome to our family and if there is anything we can do-we are here for you.God Bless you.
The Vitkauskas Family

You have my deepest sympathies.

To the Kennell Family,

I was deeply saddened to learn of Cindy's passing. I was fortunate to have worked with Cindy on a number of different cases and enjoyed her humor and professionalism. She was a good friend and dedicated professional and will be sorely missed. My condolences and prayers to the entire family.

Gene Debbaudt
Retired FBI Agent

Sara and Ray, We are so sorry for your loss and all you have been through this past year. We are amazed at your strength and grace amidst so much pain. We admire the love and faith you have for each other's family and look forward to the joining of our families. I thank God for the wonderful and loving family members we have. You are in our prayers. God Bless, Love Steph, Dave, Daniel, Elizabeth and Luke

My prayers goes out to Cindy's family. She was my teacher at GRCC in 2003. She was an inspiration for women in CJ for all they could achieve in this field. Cindy knew of my past and had been thrilled how I finally got it. I will be forever grateful to have been taught by such an outstanding woman! God bless you all!

I remember Cindy very well. I remember long chats cruiser to cruiser at 44th and Division in the early 1980's. Cindy relayed a lot of what she had gone through as first female at Wyoming PD and I was struggling with being first female at Kentwood PD. Cindy was a true inspiration and she gave support and insight freely. She was smart and talented and a very good cop! She blazed trails that she never knew about and influenced so many people - always with a smile and tact. To her family: my deepest condolences and prayers that you will find some sort of peace in the knowledge that she was loved and will be missed by many.

Sgt. Ruth Warners
Kentwood PD (Retired)

Didnt get the chance to meet Cindy, but from knowing her daughter Sara, I am certain that that was my loss. Wishing her family the best.

Bob, A voice out of your past. I got the sad news about Cindy from Mick Rahn.Marjee and I visited Mick last year in Grand Rapids and enjoyed talking about Round Lake and the "Good Olde Days". We actually went down to the lake and visited old friends--saw Bookie and Bessie Bookwalter and old haunts. We talked about you and the time about 8-10 yrs ago already--when I was in GR and you, Mick and I went to lunch. Marjee and I are very saddened about the news on Cindy. We know how happy your life was from the lunch we had together.We missed hearing from you in recent years but are glad that you are surrounded by wonderful family and caring friends during ths difficult time. You are in our hearts and prayers and we wish for you compassion, strength, wisdom, and courage. We know Cindy is in a better place and the wonderful memories and close family will serve you well.Take care my good friend of over 50+ years--you are the best. Warm Regards and Love, Bill and Marjee Righeimer, Prior Lake, MN

Dear Bob,
Debby and I enjoyed seeing Cindy and you at our 50th reunion. We are deeply sadden at the news of Cindy's death. She will continue to be in our prayers and may God give you the strength to meet each day. Phil and Debby Simms

Cindy was a wonderful caring person - that will be deeply missed by so many. I am praying for the whole family - may memories comfort you all!

We share in your sorrow.

Dear Sara: I don't know if you remember who we are. You went to grade school with our daughter Rachel Bulthuis. We always thought so much of you and talked about what a sweet girl you were. When I read the paper this morning and came upon your Mother's obituary it was very shocking. I am so sorry to hear that she had been ill and our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family as you go on without her here on this earth.

I owe a lot of my success in the world of security to both Cindy and her husband Bob for taking me in and helping me in every way possible. They both showed a great amount of trust and admaration for my work with them at Century Security and for that I am forever grateful.

I hope Bob and those closest to Cindy can find comfort, somehow, in her passing.

As a co-worker, Cindy was a true confidant and an inspiration. We will sincerely miss her beautiful smile and her wonderful sense of humor. Our thoughts are with her family at this difficult and trying time.

Goodbye Chief, you will be sadly missed.

We were so saddened to learn of your beloved wife Cindy's passing. We know she's in a far better place now. May the grace of God shower you and help soothe the pain you are all feeling.

Dear Bob,
Judy and I enjoyed meeting Cindy and being with you both at our reunion. She will continue to be in our prayers and may she rest in peace with our Lord and Savior.

Bob, So terribly sorry to hear of Cindy's death and your disheartening loss. The rapidity of her demise from ALS was somewhat shocking, but my initial and forever lasting memory of Cindy, as I have expressed to you before, was the excitement in her voice when I first made contact with her in my hunt for you for our 50th Prep Reunion. And it was truly a delight to meet the "voice on the other end of the phone" at our reunion. Immediately, one could tell what a special little gal you had as a wife. Again, Bob, we are so sorry for your loss...you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!
Jim & Vera Dunn

Sara,
My condolences to you and your family. I was just cleaning out some things on Thursday evening when I came across a beautiful letter that your mom had written me. It brought to mind all the times she provided me with support and encouragement on my journey. Although I was surprised and saddened today to read the email on her passing, she will not be forgotten. Your mom was "The Pioneer"; her badge shines as bright as the stars, and I am sure that she will continue to be a light along many paths. I honour and appreciate the service and legacy of Chief Cindy Kennell. May you and your family find comfort and peace at this time.

Blessings,

Tammy Holt

It was such a pleasure to meet Cindy and to meet you again at our reunion last year. My thoughts are with you and your family in your loss. Cindy will be in my prayers tonight.

My sympathy and prayers for your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family Bob.We were so sorry to hear of Cindy's death but know she is at peace and in a better place.Really enjoyed meeting her last year,was so enjoyable to talk to.Take care . Shirley& Fabian

I will always value your counsel and your words of wisdom. The law enforcement community has lost one of it's most important contributors. God smiles on police officers, and I know he's smiling on you.

Your friend eternal,

Phillip

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time. I hope you can take comfort in knowing her suffering is over and she will live on in eternal peace and in God's grace. Sara - you will be a beautiful bride with your Mom smiling down upon you. Try to enjoy your day and your future with your husband and know her pain is gone. God Bless.

Kim Kraft (Kaye Newberry's sister)