On March 18, 2023, Lily and Kendall were in a devastating car accident. Tragically, Kendall passed away; leaving a hole in our hearts. Over the months of recovery Lily will need our support emotionally and financially.
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We did this in honor of our friend in a healing effort. Thank you Cory for capturing the beauty of a life that touched so many.
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Saturday evening Chef Kendall and his wife Lily were in a devastating car accident in Plaza Midwood. A reckless drunk driver hit them from behind causing Kendall to crash into a telephone pole, which tragically took his life on the scene. Lily was taken to a nearby hospital with life threatening injuries. She is currently undergoing surgery to repair the damages from the accident. Kendall was a well-known, loved, and respected Chef in Charlotte and across the country. He worked alongside other talented chefs such as Chef Corey Siegel, Chef Hannah Cupples, Chef Sam Hart, Chef Adam Reed and so many more. Kendall was driven and passionate in the kitchen and with Electrolux, teaching other chefs the creative recipes that could be created with their products. Kendall was also an aspiring entrepreneur. He obtained his real estate license, purchased, flipped, and built his first home for and with Lily. Kendall and Lily had just been married last year and were enjoying being newlyweds. Lily's physical recovery will be a long and difficult one. She will endure so much both physically and emotionally as she navigates everything that is ahead of her. She will need the love and support of the Charlotte community that both her and Kendall gave so much to. Lily is a former CMS 3rd grade teacher who worked with students for over 6 years and gave her fullest to their education with her infectious personality and commitment. Your donations will help Lily with Kendall's funeral, her medical bills, the care of their two cats, and the countless expenses that will arise over the following months.
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We did this in honor of our friend in a healing effort. Thank you Cory for capturing the beauty of a life that touched so many.
https://youtu.be/ObiolV3Pw0s
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Lily is going home (to her parents) today! She has been tirelessly working on building her physical strength with her occupational therapists. She is continuing working closely with her medical team to continue to recover from her injuries. She is both excited and nervous to be moving out of the care of medical staff, Susan and Isabell are Rockstars in their home care training and there for Lily 24/7. The Hennes family is grateful for all of the encouraging messages, texts, gifts and donations. There is one more week left on the fundly campaign, please consider donating if you are able no amount is too small.
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Lily has been approved to stay at in patient rehab thru Thursday to continue to strengthen her walking and mobility. Please continue to support her and the Hennes family thru messages, cards, encouragement and sharing the fundraiser. Thank you for all you have done so far! With this community Lily will have the support she needs.
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Lily has been cleared to bear weight on her legs and is walking!!! We are so excited to see this amazing progress, and hopefully, she will be cleared to stay in patient rehab while she continues to improve on this new recovery task
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8 chefs came from all over the country to cook food that spoke to each of our personal experiences with Kendall. We were able to story tell and put out dishes that reflected who Kendall was and what he meant to each one of us. Through this tribute we were also able to continue to raise needed funds for Lily's ongoing recovery. Please continue to share and support as you can, no donation is too small.
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Lily's family is so great full for the enormous generosity from every person who has donated, sent texts, messages and positivity. Thank you for all the love and support
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