It was said over and over again in the memorial service how Pastor David was always there for those who were in need. This was never more true for our family (the Burkard family) than the time we were in a head-on collision just down the street from our home in Tokyo. Christine ended up in traction in a dingy hospital while Tom had to deal with the trauma of taking care of four kids ages 7 years old to 2 months old at home. Exactly one week after the accident, Pastor David and Marilyn along with Pastor Moses Vegh and Betty flew to a different part of Japan for a conference. As soon as they landed (after who knows how many hours on a plane) and without even going to their hotel, they all four got on a train. They were probably on 2 or 3 different trains and it took about 3 or 4 hours to get to the hospital where Christine was. The four of them, along with all of our family, crowded into the tiny hospital room. Pastor David later told us he thought the hospital looked like a World War II hospital! They loved on us, prayed for us, and brought gifts for the kids as well as monetary gifts and messages from the Shiloh family. As is par for the course with Pastor David, there was also much laughter. Our 2 month old daughter had not yet been dedicated, so we had a dedication prayer right there. An hour later, they all got back on the train to go 3 or 4 hours back to the conference they had come for. It was the most surprising and humbling experience for us knowing what they had to sacrifice to come to us. But it was also the most amazing experience for us, a never-to-be-forgotten expression of the love of God.

Dear Pastor Marilyn, Tom and I are so sorry for your loss. We know that beloved Pastor David will be missed so much by you and your family members. We are praying for you and you walk through this season knowing there will be ups and downs, but great joy in knowing he is with Jesus, and knowing that so many around the world are so grateful for your lives. Thank you and God bless you so much. Lovingly, Christine Burkard

I Aldo send condolences to Pastors Melinda Kiteley-Ramos and Pastor  Patrick Kiteley I love you both dearly hope to see you both more this year and the years to come 

I truly send my condolences to Pastor Marilyn Kiteley and Family , I am grateful to have had him in my life and my family he was a powerful man of Faith one of the most beautiful precious souls of this century I love you will see you again and say thank you for imparting into our lives rest on soldier with much love 

Dear Marilyn, Patrick, Melinda and all of the Kiteley/Ramos family , 

The memorial service for  Pastor David was so beautiful and heartfelt.  May the Lord  bless you greatly and fill your hearts with  wonderful memories of your happy and meaningful times together with  Pastor David.

Marilyn, my heart goes out to you .  Your letter to your husband David was so touching. I pray the Holy Spirit will comfort you  and God's love will fill your heart and give you strength.

Much love♥️

Cherle

Salmon Arm, BC, Canada

 Words just can't convey what Pastor David means to our family. It has been a pleasure and a joy being under his leadership. He has blessed my entire family. Loving him always. Our deepest condolences to the Kiteley and Ramos Family. The Scruggs family.

I was honored to have served @ Shiloh for the 8 yrs I was a part of this fellowship/ministry.  So many good memories.  Honored to have been married  by the Kiteley family & Pastor David holding our son, Gian-Paul Burnham in dedication to the Lord.  Paul & I both have fond memories with the Kiteleys & at Shiloh.  You are all forever in our hearts.  Marilyn, I know you will miss David, but I also know you are surrounded with so much support & love.  you & David touched our lives. forever, Maria Burnham from both of us Paul & Maria . . .   P.S.  not only was I honored/blessed to be a part in Oakland for 8 yrs, but previously a part of The Sonoma Christian Fellowship and traveling to/from Sonoma the previous 2 years before starting the Sonoma Christian Fellowship.  Brought to Shiloh by Mrs Mldred Auberlin, from Sonoma, CA  

At Maryetta Falk’s 70th Birthday@The Mint Cafe in Alameda

Since 1967 I have had a lifetime of love and memories shared with Pastor David and Marilyn.  I thank God for the history and moments in time that were forever changed in my life and family.  Pastor David and Marilyn, Patrick and Melinda will always be like family,  I will continue to hold you up before God's throne, knowing that His Purpose and Comfort will ever be before you!  All my Love and Support!   Jeanne (Grubbs) Smith

We are saddened to hear our beloved Pastor David Kiteley has gone to be in the presence of our savior.  We extend our love and embrace to pastor Marilyn the Kiteley’s, Ramos family and grandkids.  May God give you strength and take you all under his wings of love and embrace you tenderly .

Pastores José and Nina Quinteros 

By sincere condolences to the Kiteley’s family for the loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers 🙏

I am saddened at the loss of this spiritual father, giant of the faith, genuinely funny, servant leader.  Pastor David used his humor and wit as anesthesia, injecting them into his sermons at those moments when you couldn't say "amen", but you could say "oh me!" 

Pastor David will be forever remembered and missed until we meet again.