Here are thoughts from Ken shared at the closing of the dedication ceremony –

    Don Williamson asked that I do two things tonight – first, on this evening of dedication, bring a word from the family. Second, he asked that I bring a final prayer – a benediction.

    I am pleased and honored to do both.

    To Oscar and Dora Mae, at the risk of sounding slightly carnal, on behalf of the entire family I want to begin by saying– you have made us all very proud of the good name Hunerdosse.

    To the Board of Directors of Crescent Lake Bible Camp, to the first rate professional and volunteer staff and to all those who labored to make this evening an event we will all remember and cherish for the rest of our lives – thank you.

    The story of the Hunerdosse Center will be told and retold to our children and their children for generations to come.

    Mom and Dad, tonight your hearts are all filled up with joy and memories and gratitude. I know that you feel unworthy - and that I must say is one of your most endearing qualities.

    Your mother could tell – the fourth of six boys – you were the one with verbal skill. You were a communicator. "You oughta be a preacher," she would say. And you began to believe that she just might be right. Your dad thought so, too.

    Later in Chicago, you met Dora Mae Stuve. You were hopelessly stricken.

    When you told the preacher back home about your marriage plans, you were speaking to a former professional wrestler. He was a big, strong muscular man who could draw a crowd. He had a commanding presence, a powerful voice and a gentle spirit. He was married to an amazing lady.

    Don (Williamson) and Marilyn (Collins), I know you agree. Ray and Alice (Williamson) would love to be here tonight. It’s safe to say, they are not only aware of our little gathering here in the Northwoods they cherished – they are "high fivin’" each other in Heaven even as we speak.

    This building is also a promise – to this and future generations – that God’s people still give, still serve, still pray. There is still a place – to be introduced to Him, to worship Him, to grow in Him. It is a place of retreat – for our family, our children, our neighbors, our friends – a place for us all.

    Oscar and Dora Mae – know this: Mom – you are a loved woman. Dad – you are a loved man. In ways that few people ever know, tonight, you are wealthy beyond measure.

    To our great Hunerdosse family – understand that the pride and the joy we feel tonight is rooted in the cumulative effect of a lifetime of faithful service to Christ Jesus our Lord.

    Let us all commit together – this very night – to follow this example – and do the same.

    And now, finally, let’s stand together, and be dismissed in prayer.