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From Oregonian
Kelly James’ relatives thank those for searching, praying
This has been a difficult time for our family. But, we have peace and comfort. Peace in our hearts that the Lord is with us as we grieve and comfort in knowing Kelly was prepared to meet God.
As Christmas approaches, our family will hold each other closer and open our hearts for God to fill them with grace and love.
We wish to thank the millions of people who offered prayers and support during this most difficult time of our lives.
Specifically, we thank Sheriff Joe Wampler and the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office, residents of Hood River and Clackamas counties, Oregon Air National Guard, State of Oregon, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Crag Rats, Portland Mountain Rescue, Corvallis Search & Rescue, Captain Christopher Bernard and the U.S. Air Force 304th Rescue Squadron, Hood River Airport, T-Mobile, ARACAR, IOMAX and the dozens of volunteer rescue workers who donated their time and risked their lives.
We especially thank Sgt. Josh Johnston, who found Kelly.
The efforts made by the rescue workers on Mt. Hood were heroic and our family is grateful to them.
Thank you.
So sad. I so wanted to see these guys rescued. They were good climbers but the nature of the sport is that it is extremely unforgiving.
As tragic as it is to lose a close friend or relative, I would much rather have them pass away doing something they loved, such as climbing a mountain or flying their private aircraft, rather than get killed on their morning commute.
I say this having lost friends in all of the above scenarios.
Live hard.
Brett