I remember playing with Kelby when we were little at aunt Laura's. As everyone has said, his smile was so contagious! Everytime I saw him at Best Buy he would ask about me, school, and the family. It shocked me because I never thought he'd recognize me but he always did and always talked. Christina, I talked to him a couple times about you and let me tell you, he adores, respects, and was so proud of you just as you were him. Yall will be in my thoughts and prayers and I can only hope that yall will continue to feel Kelby's presence in yalls hearts.
Saturday, March 13, 2010

Saying I miss you doesn't seem like it'd be enough. He was my first friend at best buy and that carried over into life. I'll never forget that party he brought me to in HJ. Kelby knew I was having a hard time with stuff and knew just what to do to cheer me up. I never even got to say thank you but knowing Kelby I'm sure he didn't need to hear it. We held it down in best buy selling those cell phones and MP3's. I remember how stoked he was when he got that cobalt, and how close he and Jake were. Always getting into something on the weekends. Even after I moved away for college if I'd come back by the store he'd always make sure I had his number and tell me to call him so we could grab lunch or something before I left. Man I wish i would've. He was a good person with a huge heart and there aren't many people like that around any more. Why God took you so soon i'll never understand. All I know for sure and everyone will agree is that those of us who had Kelby in our lives were a lot better because of it. Rest In Peace

To Kelby's family, I can not tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I can't say i know how you feel because I don't. And nothing I can say will bring Kelby back or I would've already said it. Just know that my life was truly better by having Kelby a part of it. And everyday I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Thursday, March 11, 2010

To the West Family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you all, as I couldn't even imagine the sorrow y'all are feeling.Kelby has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, although we were never close, close friends I could always count on looking his way and receiving a bright smile in return. As one of his peers, I can honestly say that his family has done one amazing job raising such a beautiful person. God has a special place in heaven for Kelby, and I have a special place for him in my heart. His kindness and generous manner will never be forgotten. My thought and prayers go out to you all.
Thursday, March 11, 2010

Terry and Diane and the entire West family,

I send prayers of comfort your way. The loss you must all feel is carried by the many people who love you. May your memories comfort and console you in the days ahead.
Thursday, March 11, 2010

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE WEST FAMILY. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Thursday, March 11, 2010