"wr8EV My condolences and prayers go out to Kenton's family and friends. Barbara Armstrong Atlanta Airport Marriott Sales Department (on medical leave)"
In loving memory of
Kenton Yaley
June 7, 1971 - August 7, 2009
Kenton L. Yaley, 38, of North Liberty, IA formerly of Mt. Pleasant died Friday, August 7, 2009 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Visitation will be at Calvary Baptist Church on Friday, August 14, 2009 from noon until 8 p.m. with the family receiving friends from 5-8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry Van Hooser officiating. Burial will be at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Memorials have been established to Calvary Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant and Faith Baptist Church, Iowa City. The son of Marvin and Janice (Grieser) Yaley, Kenton was born June 7, 1971 in Mt. Pleasant. He graduated from Mt. Pleasant Community High School in 1989 and then attended Iowa State University for Hotel/Restaurant Management. Mr. Yaley was single. For 16 years Kenton worked in management for Mariott Hotels. He has lived in North Liberty for the last three years where he taught Hotel Management for Kirkwood Community College. Kenton liked landscaping and working in his yard and garden. He also enjoyed playing the piano and being with his nieces and nephew. He attended the Faith Baptist Church in Iowa City. Survivors include his parents of Mt. Pleasant; a sister, Kim (Sone) Cam of Ankeny, IA; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and 3 nieces and 1 nephew. Kenton was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Tributes
"Dear Marvin and Jan, We just learned yesterday about Kenton, and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very challenging time. We know you are relying heavily on our Lord's peace and strength as you face these days without Kenton. We were so pleased that he called us while in San Diego and we were privileged to share a meal while he attended a conference. You can be so proud that you raised a very caring, loving son who had the biblical traits of a Christian in the image of Christ. Know that we sorrow with you but "not as the world sorrows" for we shall see him and our Lord one day "Face to Face." Caring for you as you accept Christ's love, peace and comfort. Vance and Marilyn Yoder"
"Marvin and Jan, I am deeply saddened to hear of Kenton's passing. I was in Kenton's graduating class at MPCHS in 1989 and became good friends during those last years of high school. He was a genuine and kind friend and impossible not to like. I was glad to get to know you, his parents, in the subsequent years. Though our paths have not crossed in more than a decade, I remember times together with Kenton as if they yesterday. I am glad that he held a strong faith in the Lord and showed that in how he lived. Our loss is heaven's gain, but that can hardly ease the pain of parents losing their grown son. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May you find much strength and hope in God in these difficult days."
"I am deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. I worked with Kenton at the Atlanta Airport Marriott. He was a very nice and sweet person. May God Bless and Keep your family. Sincerely, Karen"
"Dear Yaley Family, It was a pleasure to know Kenton. I had the pleasure of working with Kenton at the Atlanta Airport Marriott many years ago. I remember him fondly to have a sweet nature, pleasant to work with and ever so helpful. I am very sorry we did not have the chance to meet up again. Kenton had a smile that I will always remember. Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss but hope you will take comfort in knowing that Kenton was a special person to many and he brought a smile to several. God bless you."
"I worked with Kenton at the Airport Marriott in Georgia and I just heard of his passing. My condolences to the family and you all are in my prayers. May the awesome GOD we serve grant you courage, wisdom and understand to get through these trying times. GOD bless!!"
"I am at a loss as to what to say but that please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I attended Mt. Pleasant High School with Kenton and he was a kind person and always had such a cheerful smile on his face. God Bless, Lori Butcher Birchfield"
"Marv, Jan & Kim - I was so shocked to hear about Kenton's passing. My heart and prayers go out to you and I am so sorry for your loss. I hadn't spoken to him in years but still have fond memories of the time we spent together. He will be missed. Peace be with you, Beth, Brent, and Ben Vander Molen"
"Jan, Marvin and Kim, My grief is overwhelming and I cannot imagine what you all are going through. My family and I were so blessed to be able to spend so much time with Kenton while he lived in Atlanta. I will always cherish the memories of all the holidays we shared together when he couldn't make it home to Iowa, the Thanksgiving you and Marv came to Atlanta, and our trip out to "the farm." My only comfort is knowing that he is in a much better place now. We all loved him so much."
"Jan and Marvin, I was shocked to hear about Kenton. I still remember when you baby sat me and I used to sit on the couch and watch Kenton come down the steps every morning for school. I hope you find peace knowing that he is with God. I will be thinking of you all."
"I am the Office Coordinator for the Hospitality programs at Kirkwood. I only knew Kenton for a short time however I consider myself blessed to have known and worked with him. We shared office space until his office was available. We talked, shared stories and we ate lunch together many times. I feel like I have known him for many years and the loss, for me, is great! The Lord's gain is Kirkwood's loss. Know that you are all in my prayers and several of the faculty and I will be attending visitation and/or the services. If you need anything related to Kenton's work at Kirkwood feel free to call me at any time 319-398-5468 God Bless you"
"Jan and Marv I just wanted to tell you I was really sorry to hear the loss of your son. I wanted you to know that I will be praying for you through this and give you all the support you need your church family I love you guys."
"Jan and Marv, I was shocked to hear about your loss when I saw it in the internet obituaries on line. I have a picture of him in Pat McNeeley and my apartment on Broadway in Mt Pleasant when he was just a newborn and then later when he played piano or organ at church. May God be with your family in this very trying time, but also as his life is celebrated!"
"I just now received word of Kenton's passing. I am shocked and at a loss for words. I worked with Kenton for a few years at the Atlanta Airport Marriott. In fact Kenton purchased a home about 4 miles from my house. We kidded each other always about the traffic we endured each morning.I will will always consider him a friend. He is alive in many memories with all his friends.He will be deeply missed. My prayers are with his family."
"I am so sorry for your loss. Kenton was a great man and I am lucky to have had the chance to know him. I had the pleasure of working with him in Atlanta. I wish I could make the service but please know my thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was a dear friend and will not be forgotten."
"Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you. Our great and awesome God will give you His strength, comfort and peace!! Amanda was so glad to see Kenton at class reunion! She considered coming back for his service but it didn't work out. I am certainly willing to help out in anyway (385-8139). Peace and Love in Christ, Juanita & Bill Griest"