In Memorium

Debbie's father, Kenneth J. Hanni, passed away this week after an injury and precipitous decline.  He lived a good and full life of eighty five years but his passing still has taken Debbie by surprise.  While I had said my  goodbyes to my own mother before the start of our mission, anticipating her passing--Ken's death was not anticipated and has certainly saddened and shaken Debbie.   His obituary can be found at http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/deseretnews/obituary.aspx?n=kenneth-j-hanni&pid=163717116#fbLoggedOut She will return to the states tomorrow for a brief visit with family--returning to Mozambique to complete the last couple weeks of our mission together.  Our mission president has given her the option of not having to return to Mozambique for that brief period (the economics of this current plan are not particularly attractive) but Debbie will return to join me for our final bit of work.  After being together 24/7 for the last 17 months, it seems very strange to contemplate being alone for a week.