Karon and Jo have had such a wonderful impact on our lives and the lives of many others at our church. I have been so impressed with Karon's accomplishments in athletics, teaching, coaching, mentoring and accompanying all those aspects of success he was one of the kindest, gentlest souls I have met! I think God showed us in Karon that a man's man could be that soft spoken, polite, encouraging and supportive. I have been boasting to others about Karon for years now because I have seen his modeling of masculinity and kindness in such a genuine and impressive way. I really enjoyed his strength of faith, character and his kind, encouraging demeanor. He remains a hall of fame mentor to me as to how to be a godly man. We need men like Karon in our lives, and I am grateful to have been able to get to know him and receive his good influence.
Wow, Mr. Halpin, thank you so much for these lovely words that express poignantly the people they are. They care/d deeply about you two, too!