The Love of Books.

You mother had 107 pins on Pinterset just talking about books she was an avid reader.

 

Some of the books she pinned was :

 

The Kite Runner   by Khaled Hosseini  her comments about this book were : " I can read this over and over."  

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins  her comments about this book were : "One of the best books I have ever read." 

Gone for Good by Harlan Coben her comments about this book were : "Favorite Author!"

 

The Help by Kathryn Stockett  her comments about this book were : "great book."

She would be very happy if you loved to read too!

A little about your mom.

I found this on an on-line forum personal profile:

Five things I can't live without:

my husband, my kids, my friends, house, money               

If I could live anywhere:

the beach

Food

Not only was your mother a terrific cook ...she loved her Nanny's chicken and dumplings.

Prayers

March 7 2013
I thought you would want to know. This was a quote that she wrote about her belief in prayer.



"still feeling pretty rough but kids r getting a little better and nanny says she feels a little better and my little cousin is feeling better so thanks for all the prayers they definitely work."

Family events

This is the going away picnic that we held when your Poppy left for military duty. I was very lucky to have capture this 4 Generation picture of Kealy, Kim and Kenzlei and your great grandmother Nanny. This took place 2 days after Kealy was born. Your mother would not have missed this for anything.

8th wedding anniversary

Thought you would like to know how they spent their 8th wedding anniversary this is what she posted on her face book page.

August 26, 2012

the hubby and I have had a great 2 days yesterday we ate at fisherman's dock and went and seen The Campaign which was a great movie. Today we are going to jc to look around then to get my kids which I have missed. Tomorrow is kevin and I 8 year wedding anniversary.

Kevin

She was proud that your dad provided for the family and she greatly depended on him to be there for the family.

 

 

 

 

Kenzlei Hobbs

June 11, 2012

So I have the most amazing husband that works his butt off for his family and can't believe in August we have been married 8 yrs!! We look around us at our friends though and lots have either jumped from person to person or have been divorced and or are on Drugs. I'm so thankful I have a great husband that loves his family and is not into drugs and just focuses on his family and has his priorities right. It would just be nice to find friends that have a family and that weren't on drugs to do stuff with.

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Busy day

I thought this was a good reflection of how busy her days were and she would push herself beyond measure to get stuff done for her family. 

 

 

 

December 21, 2012

sausage balls are bone for school parties now to wrap a few presents then to the party then to walmart, walgreens and the car dealership then back to make more sausage balls for tonights party and then to my nannys... let the chaos of Christmas began but let us not forget the real meaning of this wonderful holiday the birth of our savior Jesus Christ!!!

 

What is important in life

Your mother Kenzlei understood what was important in life ..on her facebook post from
January 31, 2012 She shared a story about how poor people live.

One day, a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family. On their return from their trip, the father asked his son, “How was the trip?” “It was great, Dad.” “Did you see how poor people live?” the father asked. “Oh yeah,” said the son. “So, tell me, what did you learn from the trip?” asked the father. The son answered, “I saw that we have one dog and they had four. We have a pool that reaches to the middle of our garden, and they have a creek that has no end. We have imported lanterns in our garden, and they have the stars at night. Our patio reaches to the front yard, and they have the whole horizon. We have a small piece of land to live on, and they have fields that go beyond our sight. We have servants who serve us, but they serve others. We buy our food, but they grow theirs. We have walls around our property to protect us; they have friends to protect them.” The boy’s father was speechless. Then his son added, “Thanks, Dad, for showing me how poor we are.”

 

 

On Father's day

Kenzlei was blessed to have real good men in her life here is her post on father's day.

June 15 2013

"Happy father's day to my wonderful hubby Kevin Hobbs and My Daddy Michael Hickman and happy father's day in heaven to my father Tony fink .Happy father's day to my grandad which is another great man that I'm happy to have another father's day with Ed Dockery. Happy father's day to my uncle Randy Ball I'm Blessed to have so many great men and father's in my life"

 

Potatoes

 

Your mother cooked loads of Potatoes and loved to catch them on sale and just to proof it here is a picture of Paislee and Blaise sitting by a huge bag of potatoes.

Love of animals

Kenzlei Hobbs

January 20

"although worrying and been stressing over these puppies and bottle feeding them is rough I love loving on them and watching them play I would so keep them all if I could."

 

Accepting others.

She had this uncanny ability to accept people the way they are...She never tried to change them...Everyone who knew her loved her and always said she was a good friend.

 

This was one of Kenzlei post on facebook

Thankful

These quotes were pulled from her facebook account, in her own words,  about what she was thankful for.

Kenzlei Hobbs

November 4, 2011

yep I'm behind on the thankful november so for nov 1st I'm thankful for my heavenly father God and for being saved by his grace. Nov 2nd I'm thankful for my oldesT Kid Kealy she reminds me so much of myself and she just loves to help ppl. Nov 3rd I'm thankful for my only boy he definitely keeps me on my toes and and a lot more rambunctoius than my girls but so loving and kind hearted. He is a lot like his daddy. Nov 4th I'm Thankful for my baby girl she is such a mommy's girl and I love every minute of it. She is so sweet.

Kenzlei Hobbs

November 6, 2011 via mobile

nov 5 im thankful for my husband kevin hobbs he works very hard and i love him more than he will ever know! Nov6 im thankful for my mom even though we dont always get along

Kenzlei Hobbs
November 9, 2011 via mobile

nov 8 Im thankful for my grandaddy that has always spoiled me and loved me he used to ride bikes with set up late and watch cartoons with me nov 9 im thankful for my nanny who has taught me how to cook who helped raise me and has loved me unconditionally.

 

Kenzlei Hobbs

November 14, 2011

nov 14 i'm thankful for my mimi Tammy Ball she took me on trips was practically a second mom to me thanks.

 

And of course I responded with this, she had been getting on to me about Meisha not minding me:  

Tammy Ball ahhhhhhh...and you are like a daughter to me too!!...and one who dont mind me too...LOLOL love ya.

 

 

 

 

Having Babies

Dear Kealy  Blaise and Paislee

Your mother absolutely loved being pregnant. She loved babies and was with most of her friends when they had their babies. You can just see the glow on her face.

Kenzlei and Mekia

 

This was the Kenzlei and Mekia's first formal picture made together.

 

 

Advice

I thought this summed up her feelings on if someone don't  treat you right , this was posted on her facebook page.

Describing her children in her own words. Aug 25 2011

" On to kids Kealy like I said has started 1st grade she packed her lunch for the 1st time today she was so excited she said today was going to be the best day of her life since she was packing her lunch and going to be the leader today. She has had her first tooth pulled and now getting ready to loose another. She says she is having a hard time making friends at school I feel so bad for her kids are really mean. She still loves make-up her favorite things are dresses and shoes. She also loves bows and like fixing her hair and painting her nails no question about it she is all girl. She is a great big sister to Paislee but her and Blaise fight a lot. She is like a little mommy love her heart. She also wears her heart on her sleeve. I love how she is so girly. On to Blaise he is now 4 wants to be 5 ask every day if he is 5 yet so he can go to school we now make too much for him to go to preschool so he hasn't got to go like kealy did. He absolutely loves the wii and ds. He loves teenage mutant turtles and to watch tv. His favorite food is Peanut butter. He lloves swimming in the pool we got them for outside. He loves to draw and fight with both sisters. lol I love having a boy that is a mommys boy lol. on to Paislee she is now 14 months she isn't saying much either like Blaise didn't. She says bite mommy, daddy, tries to say kealy uh-oh,kitty and things like that loves to point at what she wants she loves animal cookies now. She is so mommys baby she is hooked to my side. I love every moment. She loves baby dolls and stuffed animals and to love on them it is so sweet to see her do it. Her favorite things to do is torture our kitty and put things in a bucket and get them out and put them back. We took her bottle away and she is now on a sippy but she picked the paci back up. Well this is it for now. Hope you enjoy the update."

Being a mom!

The one thing that she loved more than anything is being a mom.

Favorite books

"I absolutely adored this story I didn't want it to end it had a great ending though!! This was posted on her facebook page on Sept 25 2013, I may get this and read it. The title was : A Cowboy takes a Bride.

Random pictures of Kenzlei with her friends.

This is Kenzlei with her friends. What a beautiful smile. she had been to a Mary Kay party and had a great time.

My favorite picture.

This picture was taken 10 years almost to the day that she earned her angel wings, she stayed with us her Uncle Randy and Aunt Tammy the summer before her senior year I absolutely loved this time with her. She was always real good about coming in on time and I always asked her to call if she was going to be late and she always did. ....This is my favorite picture of her.

Rainbow at benefit sale.

Always supported her friends.

Well to begin with I've known Kenzlei since I probably was in the first grade. She was a few grades ahead of me but she was always nice and could talk to me. In middle school and some of high school we rode the same school bus home down Yuma Road. That's when our friendship really got good I think. We'd talk about almost everything from home life to boys. After she graduated high school we lost contact. But through a mutual friend we finally was able to catch up. She found out she was pregnant with her youngest Paislee the same time I found out that I was pregnant with my oldest Trinity. That's my best memory really because she helped me. Here I was a first time mom scared to death and Kenzlei would call, text, you name it. She was the only one of my friends that was at my baby shower for my daughter. She said we were prego buddies lol. I think there's about a weeks difference between the two girls. She also was there to see Trinity trick or treat for the first time. I actually caught myself thinking that I was going to see here this past Halloween and was just upset because I miss her. She was a awesome friend and person to anyone who knew her. I just hope when the kids are older they know what an amazing person she was and still will be to all of us that know her.

Brittany Durham

Kenzlei's children

This is Blaise, Kealy and Paislee who this blog is dedicated to them.

Yard Sale

One summer, Kenzlei went to yard sales every weekend and sometimes I was lucky enough to tag along, One morning we were headed out and me wanting to know the plan as to what we were going to be looking for ,,, and our conversation went like this:

Me: So Kenzlei what are we going to be looking for today.
Kenzlei: I am going to be looking for socks for Blaise.
Me: My goodness you can get 6 pair of socks for 5.99 at walmart they are not that expensive.
Kenzlei: I know but you can get them for a nickel a pair at a yard sale.  :)

Yes we did find socks that day...loads of them ...and none were over a nickel a pair.

I was blessed beyond measure to have this time with her.

Funny story

So I thought I'd share a funny story with everyone. For Bransons first bday Kenzlei Hobbs got her van stuck in mud. It was important to us that she came to his party so me and Britt Oaks went to help her. We worked for an hour I guess it was using dog food yes dry dog food, sticks, and boxes. Kenzlei got in to back out and dog food and mud flew all over us. We were covered in mud and kenzleis face was priceless. It was so bad I had to take a bath before we could leave lol

By Brandy Dockery

Kenzlei

This blog is for the purpose of keeping Kenzlei's memory alive for her children, Kealy, Blaise and Paislee. This will be a collections of stories for them about their mother.

The obiturary

Kenzlei Adair Hickman Hobbs

Kingsport, TN | October 24, 2013

Kenzlei Adair Hobbs – Kingsport, TN
Kenzlei Adair Hickman Hobbs, 28, Kingsport, TN passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 24, 2013 at Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center.
Kenzlei was born March 21, 1985 to Kimberly Dockery Hickman and Mike Hickman.
She is preceded in death by her grandmothers, Ruby Carolyn Hickman and Willie Fink; uncle, Robbie Hawkins; and Tony Fink.
She is survived by her husband, Kevin Hobbs, Kingsport, TN; two daughters Kealy Candyn Hobbs Kingsport, TN; Paislee Karaline Rayne Hobbs, Kingsport, TN; one son Blaise Christian Josiah Hobbs, Kingsport, TN; her mother, Kimberly Dockery Hickman and fiance. Daniel Christian, Mount Carrnel, TN; father, Mike Hickman and wife, LeAnna, Surgoinsville, TN; sister, Mekia Hickman, Clarksville, TN; grandparents, Kenneth Edd and Phyllis Dockery, Hiltons, VA; step sister, Emily Michelle Rhoton, Surgoinsville, TN; step brother, Cody Wade Rhoton, Surgoinsville, TN; aunts Tammy Ball and husband, Randy, Church Hill, TN; uncles, Edward Hawkins and wife, Katherine and Chris Fink and wife, Mary Jane, Rogersville, TN;
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Monday, October 28, 2013 at the Gate City Funeral Home and other time at the residence of her mother, Kim Hickman and at the residence of her father, Mike Hickman. Funeral services will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. in the Gene Falin Memorial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Raymond Hammond officiating.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City, VA. J.R. Dockery, Ray Blair, Matt Lawson, B.J. Carnes, Anthony Hagee, and Cody Rhoton will serve as pallbearers. Amanda Davis and Emily Rhoton will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 12:15 p.m. to go in procession to the graveside service.
An online guest register is available for the Hobbs family at www.gatecityfunerals.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations can be made to Gate City Funeral Home or to New Peoples Bank in the name of Kevin Hobbs for Kenzlei Hobbs.
Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Kenzlei Adair Hickman Hobbs.

Condolences

Mekia and Kim,
Tina and I are so sorry to learn of Kenzlei's passing. Please know that you all are in our prayers during this difficult time. We think of you guys often and look forward to Mekia's Facebook posts. Love you all!
In Christ's Love,
Wade, Tina, Daniel, Anna, Lance, Makayla and Nathaniel
Posted by: Wade Littleton, October 29, 2013

Kevin,
Just wanted to let you know that you are my family's thought and prayers and if you need anything you let me know!

Your friend,
Differ
Posted by: Differ, October 29, 2013

Mr. Hickman,
With deepest sympathy for your loss; you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rance, Chris, Patti, and Rhonda
Posted by: Merkel Bros. Construction, October 29, 2013

So sorry for the loss of Kenzlie. Our thoughts and prayers are with all family at this sad time and the days ahead. Remember the good times you had with her. I know she was more than a neice to Tammy and Randy.
Posted by: Helen and John Brewster, October 29, 2013

I'm so sorry for your all loss kenzlei was a wonder woman,mother,wife an a great friend an neighbor. Praying God puts his loving arms around all you all in this time of need.
Posted by: Bobbi & Billy Breeden, October 28, 2013

Kim; Just wanted you to know we are thinking about you. Miss you here at Lee High. God Bless you and your family during this time of grief.
Posted by: Sheilah Spivey, October 28, 2013

Kevin you and yur family are in my thoughts & prayers and that God wrap his arms around you all in your time of need. So sorry & with deepest sympathy I am sending up prayers for all of you!!!!
Posted by: Lynda, October 28, 2013

May God be with your family during this time. You will be missed Kenzlei.
Posted by: Whitney Kilgore, October 28, 2013

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THIS GOD TAKES THE VERY BEST.
Posted by: BILL DOCKERY, October 27, 2013

Kim,
I am so sorry for your loss. If I can do anything for you or Mekia please don't hesitate to ask. Praying for comfort and peace for you all.
Lesia
Posted by: Lesia Smith, October 27, 2013

Phyllis
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you and all your family during this difficult time and may you find comfort in the Lord and the wonderful memories you hold in your heart of Kenzlie.
Patsy Free
Posted by: Patsy Free, October 27, 2013

Randy and Tammy, to the Whole Family, We are so sorry for your loss. May God watch and comfort all of you. Love, Rufes and Bo
Posted by: Rufes and Bo Rasnic, October 27, 2013

Phyllis & Tammy I am so sorry for what you are going thru I know how heavy you're heart is now. Gosh I remember when she was born seems like only a few years ago. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Posted by: Janice Cavender, October 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Kenzlei was a joy to know. My children and I are broken hearted for your family. Please do not hesitate to call 423-330-4471 and let us know any way we can help. We will clean, cook, watch the children...anything, and it is not an empty promise. We are praying for you.

With love,

Chera, Cheyenna, Logan, Aleea, Gavin, Waylon, Annabella
Posted by: Chera Woods, October 27, 2013

We are so very, very sorry. We didn't know Kenzlei but know how her family is hurting by the loss of her.

Hold each other tight and keep her love alive.

Lady peace come quickly.
Posted by: Joann, Chad, Macey and Audrey, October 27, 2013

I went to school with you Kevin...i never knew your wife but i am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you, your children and the family...
Posted by: Marleana Spivey, October 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Kenzlei will be loved and missed dearly!

From:
Sheila, Jason, Austin, and Avery
Posted by: Sheila Murray, October 27, 2013

Edd & Phyllis,
So sorry for your loss. May God be with you and help you through this trying time.

With deepest sympathy,
Jack & Betty Porter
Nancy Porter Lane
Posted by: Jack Porter, October 27, 2013

Mike, Leanna, and family,

So, so sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around all of you and comfort you in the way only He can. Kenzlei is now one of God's angels smiling down on you. We are here if you need anything.

Tracey and Teresa Clark
Posted by: Tracey and Teresa Clark, October 26, 2013

To Kenzlie's family All of us at the Weber City Church of God Love Kenzlie, and we all will be praying for you all. Our hearts go out to you.I know i will miss her dearly. She is in the arms of God. We love you . Portia Cress
Posted by: Portia Cress, October 26, 2013



"Although the obituary stated she died at Holston Valley ... she actually died at Indian Path Medical Center"