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Kimberly Raleigh Obituary
Kimberly Julia "Kim" Raleigh, 28, of Battle Creek, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 13, 2013. Kim was born on December 18, 1984, in Battle Creek, the daughter of Philip A. and Patricia J. (Keiser) Raleigh. In 2004, Kim was diagnosed with Leukodystrophy, a disease that affects the white matter of the brain. She was a 2003 graduate of Galesburg-Augusta High School where she was a member of the band. Kim also participated on her high school bowling league and also was a member of the disability bowling league in Kalamazoo. Kim loved music, especially Christian music played on WAY FM. She attended First Wesleyan Church and was a volunteer for the three year-old Sunday school class. She will be missed greatly by her dog "Cody." Kim is survived by her parents Phil and Pat Raleigh of Battle Creek and her brother Jason (Kristy) Raleigh of Galesburg. Kim is also survived by her niece Madison and cousins Amanda, Stephanie, Ashley and Logan. She also leaves her maternal grandmother Betty Keiser of Battle Creek; paternal grandfather Patrick Raleigh of Gobles; uncles Gregg (LaVon) Bale and Larry (Mari) Keiser; and aunt Kelli Stull. Kim was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Forest Keiser; paternal grandmother Lois Raleigh; and her uncle Michael Raleigh. Visitation will from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 6:00pm to 8:00pm Thursday at Royal Funeral Home, 281 Upton Ave. at Dickman Rd., Battle Creek. Funeral services will be at 11:00am, Friday, January 18, 2013 at First Wesleyan Church, 14425 S. Helmer Rd., Battle Creek. Memorial contributions may be given to the United Leukodystrophy Foundation, 224 North Second St., Suite 2, DeKalb, IL 60115.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly Raleigh
Jason
December 18, 2023
We miss you Kim!!
Such a loving sister and aunt!! A true blessing to all who knew her!
Roxanne Bengelink
January 10, 2021
After all these years, I'm sure your heart still aches even though you have adjusted to life without her presence. What a blessing she was. Good thoughts and prayers are being sent your way.
January 11, 2014
To the Raleigh Family: I received the email indicating that the guestbook would be turned off soon; so I thought I'd take this opportunity to offer some thoughts to you as you are approaching the one year anniversary of losing Kim. My hope is that you are doing as best as you can and that you are finding comfort in your memories of Kim. I'm sure you have many, as she was such a fun-filled, loving young person. My prayers are with you at this, again, challenging time. Blessings to you all,
Roxanne Bengelink
Shane Dietrich
May 13, 2013
im sorry this is so belated. I just heard about this. Kim and I went to high school together at G-A. We spent lots of lunches, in between classes and some after school times together. She always had a smile on her face and truly touched everyone she met. She will be missed, but heaven has an amazing new angel.
Leo & Leona Keiser
February 22, 2013
We love you, Kim
February 7, 2013
WE MISS YOU KIM!
Sharon Jones
January 24, 2013
Kim you are truly missed but know you are in a happy place. We love you and miss you dearly
January 23, 2013
Dear Raleighs, So sorry to her about Kim. She was so good hearted to everyone. Our deepest deepest sympathy. Palmers
Roxanne Bengelink
January 21, 2013
Dear Raleigh Family:
Please know how very sorry I am to hear about losing Kim. I so fondly remember her as a student in my classes at KVCC and going to your home to visit Kim. I'll never forget how much she enjoyed going for ice cream one time. She was a blessing to everyone...so kind, so sweet, and so loving. I know her family and her dog meant the world to her.
God bless you all as you come to terms with this loss. Her short time here on earth was a blessing to all. May you get through this by remembering the love you all shared and the happy memories.
Blessings,
Jason Raleigh
January 18, 2013
Kim, we love and miss you so much! Thank you for always being there and putting everyone else first. You truly are a blessing and inspiration to everyone you knew. Watch over us until we are together again.
To everyone who was at the visitations and funeral and to all of you that left loving messages on facebook and in this guest book...thank you for all of the support and love you gave Kim and our family.
You all mean a lot to Kim and our family!
Jamie Manning
January 18, 2013
Kim and I grew up together. She was my best friend. We had so many great memories together. She was such a positive and friendly person to anyone she met or knew. She will be greatly missed. RIP Kim.
Dennis Winchell
January 18, 2013
kim, she will be highly missed by every one at our Survivors Bowling League.
Kelly (Miller) Lee
January 18, 2013
Such a beautiful girl...gone too soon. Praying for you all during this time. And looking forward to reuniting with her in heaven one day.
heather campsmith
January 18, 2013
i am so sorry to hear of Kims passing she was a sweet girl with an awesome smile I will miss her i will be thinking of your family
January 18, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
claudia swaney
January 18, 2013
kim , your angel now and fly into gods arms of confort and peace.
Michelle H
January 18, 2013
Just talked to Kim a few weeks ago, she was such a nice girl. She will be forever remembered and missed.
January 18, 2013
I'm so sorry for, your loss,
Tammy Tanksley
January 17, 2013
Kim was the most positive person I have ever known. We have so many good memories of Kim and Jamie growing up together. She touched so many lives and will be missed dearly by all that knew her. Mike and Tammy Tanksley
Renee Zuhl
January 17, 2013
I am sorry for your lost, Kim will be greatly missed. I will miss our conversations on facebook and at church. I am sorry that I can not make the funeral but you and your family will be in prayers.
Karen Blaisdell
January 17, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. May your faith and your memories of Kim help you through the days ahead. You and your family are in my prayers.
Gladys Sleeman
January 17, 2013
You are a wanderful sweet young lady. who cared a lot about everyone you knew. & you will be very miss by everyone. Rest in pease KIM
Jimmy Sleeman
January 17, 2013
you will be missed by everyone you touched
Cheryl Botbyl
January 17, 2013
I'm going to miss our chats Kim. Kim holds a special place in mine and Nelson's hearts. My heart goes out to all of you.
Abbie Howard
January 17, 2013
Phil-please know that I am holding you and your family close in prayer. Your PNC family is here to support you. Thinking of you!
Linda Couch
January 17, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss, but Kim has won her battle now and gone home to be with the Lord. I enjoyed Kim in middle school; always very polite, quiet and good student.
Kathy Johnston
January 17, 2013
Heaven gained a wonderful new angel when it received Kim. She was in a class of mine at church, and was such an inspiration: always upbeat, interested in everyone around her, always knowing she was in God's hands. She left us way too young, but I smile when I think of her running and dancing in Heaven. We will miss her tremendously.
Kathy Zuhl
January 17, 2013
I always looked forward to seeing Kim at church. She loved to give hugs, follow up on each other families, share in her love for jewelry, and talk about her dog. She could always brighten my day. She was a beautiful young lady. I will truly miss seeing her and talking with her. My prayers go out to her family.
Kathy Zuhl
Kelly Smith
January 17, 2013
Your sweet smile and fantastic demeanor is going to be greatly missed! Thank you for being a great friend...missing you!
Erica Elias
January 16, 2013
I'm truly going to miss Kim. She was a good friend and I will miss her hugs and her contagious smile. The world has lost someone very special. My prayers and thoughts are with Kim's family.
January 16, 2013
so sorry to hear about your loss kim was a very bright and funny person always there to day hello or just to talk rest in peace my friend Jason Erickson
Mike Bennett
January 16, 2013
My Thoughts And Prays Go Out To The Raleigh family For There Loss.
Karen Buning
January 16, 2013
I will always remember Kim's smile in my class and how beautiful she looked at one of the first prom's that I went to at Galesburg Augusta High. She was always kind to everyone here. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
January 16, 2013
Good bye for now Kim, heaven has a great WIN ! You are there now.Looking forward to the day to see you again. Thank you for you smile and your kind heart, it will be missed here on earth.
You touch many lifes on this earth !
Love you !
Coach Jim Hughes
Kristy & Eli Chandler
January 16, 2013
So sad to hear this. Kim was such a sweat heart and we all loved her so much. Our condolences to the Raleigh Family.
Kathleen Kline
January 16, 2013
Pat,
We have missed you at GA. I am so sorry to heard your precious daughter has passed. I remember her visiting with her puppy. She was a so sweet! If you need anything, please let me know.
Kathleen
Jill Vernia & Family
January 16, 2013
SOOO Very sorry for your loss. Hoping you are finding the peace that only God can provide. Knowing that her Light still shines and how many people she touched. Each time I saw here i could see her eyes sparkle with life! Her body could not contain her vibrancy!! She will be missed but let us rejoice knowing she is now COMPLETE and with her Savior!!
Amanda Harpe
January 16, 2013
I will always remember being in band with Kim. She always was there with a smile, and a cheerful attitude. She will be greatly missed, her family and loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers!
Laura Yarger
January 16, 2013
Sending warm hugs and peaceful prayers to the Raleigh family. Kim was such a kind-hearted person. The Lord has taken her into his loving hands now, and we can rest assured the Heavens are welcoming her with cheers.
Cindy Krake
January 16, 2013
My heart is breaking to know you are enduring such sorrow in your loss of your daughter - Kim. I hope that my and so many other's prayers will be of some comfort at this time. Your continued faith will sustain you even though it may seem too much to bear. Remember Kim as a true blessing in your life!
Dawn Roberson
January 16, 2013
My prayers and thoughts go out to Kim's family and friends. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I remember how excited she would be to come and bowl on the Survivors league at Eastland. She will be greatly missed.
(Dawn Front counter at Eastland)
January 16, 2013
To the Raleigh Family: The Women Group at Disability Network and staff what to express our sincere sympathy to your family. May God continue to uplift and comfort your family during this painful time.
January 16, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Raleigh family, may you find peace through Gods love.
Jeff and Tara Baker
Brandi (Hudson) Nuyen
January 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Kim was always such a happy, cheerful, kind person. She will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara and Vern Sleeman
January 16, 2013
Sorry to hear about your daughter . We had wonderful time at the bowling alley on mondays
January 16, 2013
She was nice person.She was full of laughs
January 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Kim. She will always be remember as a caring person! -Hilary Holtz (Wade)
Deb Coe
January 16, 2013
Such a sweet girl... So sorry to hear of Kim's passing. May wonderful memories and God's love provide all of you with great comfort and strength. Our prayers are with you. Jared and Lindsey Daniels and Deb Coe
heather ingram
January 16, 2013
sorry for your lost
John Groh Jr.
January 16, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss Raleigh family. May you find comfort and strength in her memory in the coming days.
Meg Collins
January 16, 2013
While Kim & I were not close friends, we were classmates & I will forever remember her as a kind & wonderful woman. The world lost a beautiful child of God, but Heaven has gained an angel. My heart rejoices in knowing that Kim is at home with her Father! Thoughts & prayers go out to the Raleigh family.
Amanda Whittaker
January 16, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know Kim personally, but she always sent me happy messages on Facebook. I work for G-A schools. I update the website & Facebook pages. Kim loved to "like" or comment on the G-A Facebook posts. She always left a Hi, Hello, Good Morning, or a :) I will miss her cheery messages.
KimBerly Overholts
January 16, 2013
So sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter Kimberly. I remember her from school. I pray for you and the family for peace and strength.
Molly Chase
January 16, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Kim. She was a very sweet and thoughtful girl. You are in our prayers.
Marc Ingraham
January 16, 2013
Marc and Linda Ingraham send our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beautiful daughter Kim. Her big heart, smiley face, and positive outlook will be missed by every one she came in contact with.
January 16, 2013
Kim's facebook comments were something to look forward to, almost daily. She had a very positive outlook on life and living, so it seemed. We will miss her. God's blessing, Pat and Phil and Uncle Pat.
Donna Raleigh
January 16, 2013
Pete and I send our condolences to all of you at this very sad time. Kim and I would chat occasionally on Facebook. She will be missed.
Lori Groh
January 16, 2013
To the family, all my thoughts and prayers are with you. Kim and I chatted on Facebook almost weekly and she was always so proud to report her bowling scores to me. She and John can bowl up a storm now in heaven and reunite. Blessings to you all.
Shana Hook
January 16, 2013
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Kim was a very special person and had the most beautiful smile. I enjoyed our time together on the high school bowling team and our visits at the Relay. She was a very special person who touched the lives of everyone she met. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Alle and Kim Delfsma
January 16, 2013
Phil, Pat and family... Our deepest sympathy to you. Strength to you in these coming days.
Joyce Henson
January 16, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Raleigh family.
Patricia Messenger
January 16, 2013
I will always remember Kim's phone calls to me. She was always so upbeat and cheerful. It thrilled me that she was able to bowl again, the excitement in her voice when she told me about it remains with me. Prayers to you Pat and Phil and the rest of your family.
Patt and Mike
Tami Bush
January 16, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your precious Kim. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know in my heart Kim was greeted by a very special angel!! Hugs!
January 16, 2013
Raleigh family, please accept my deepest sympathies on the passing of Kim. We shared conversations on Facebook about her new dog and her activities at church. I wish you all the strength to get through this difficult time. Todd Reynolds
Irene Gates
January 16, 2013
Heaven has an angel today. Kim brought so much joy to this world. With her generous smile and example, she reminded us to be kind and giving. She never complained and always had a cheerful hello for everyone! Becky and I looked forward to the ULF Conference every year so we could be with Kim and her Mom and Dad (Phil and Pat). We enjoyed their company so much. Kim and her family are in our prayers. We love you Kim!! Thank you for being you.......
Patti Groetsema
January 16, 2013
Lifting all of you up in prayer. Kim was a wonderful young woman, a gentle soul, always ready with a kind word. She was one of my student's at G-A & she will always hold a special place in my heart.
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