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Kimberly Williams Obituary

WILLIAMS, KIMBERLY JO, Age 32, passed away at her home in Dallas, Texas, February 7, 2006. Born in Montreal, Canada on November 29, 1973, Kimberly moved to Dallas as a toddler in August of 1977. Kimberly is survived by her loving parents, Barry and Karen Williams of Dallas, her brother Scott and his wife Kelly and her beloved niece, Madeline, of Omaha, Nebraska; grandfather James Williams and his wife Margaret, of Toronto, Canada; God Parents, Terry and Michelina Houston, of Ottawa, Canada; aunts and uncles, Debbie and Patrick McKinstry of Montreal, Canada; Deirdre and Brett Fogg and Lynn and Richard Weller of Toronto, Canada; and Monique (Gendron) Houston of Montreal, Canada; cousins Todd Houston, Travis and Adam Jones, Melanie and Vanessa Houston, Jack, Olivia and Hannah Weller, along with her loving great aunts, great uncle and other family members. Kimberly was preceded in death by her Nana (Marjorie) Williams; Papa (Jack) and Gramma (Doreen) Houston and Uncle Glen Houston. A 1992 "Forever Club" graduate of The Greenhill School, where she was Salutatorian of her class, Kimberly went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude in 1996 from Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH. From there, she attended and completed two and a half years of medical school at Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, on a full academic scholarship, before she had to withdraw due to illness. Kimberly (known to her Dallas friends as Kim) was a loving, kind, perceptive and sweet daughter, sister, aunt, niece, friend and confidant, who showed great courage and strength throughout her illness. There could be no greater example of selflessness than that exhibited by this incredible young woman and she will be sorely missed by her family and friends. Visitation will be held at Sparkman/Dickey Funeral Home on Friday, February 10, 2006 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the Reformed Church in Plano, 5333 Independence Pkwy, Plano, TX 75023, on Saturday, February 11, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Private interment will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Reformed Church in Plano, The Greenhill School, Dartmouth College or to any children's charity, which is where Kimberly's heart resided. Dignity Memorial Sparkman Dickey Dallas N. Tollway at Trinity Mills (972) 407-6070

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Published by Dallas Morning News from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11, 2006.

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Mary Hook

February 16, 2006

Sorry for your loss. I know that Kimberly was a comfort for my daughter Lisa when my grandson Bryce was in St Louis Children's and I am so glad she was there to comfort her and now I hope we can help you in your time of sorrow

Sharon & Liberty Perrin

February 16, 2006

Dear Williams Family,



My daughter and I were very saddened to hear of Kimberly's passing and our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Some years ago, Kimberley was my first point of contact with the world of Primary Immune Deficiency after I was diagnosed. I "met" her online on the Immune Deficiency group she began. At that time there was virtually little on the internet about the condition, and certainly no support groups in Australia. I will forever be grateful to Kimberly and honoured to have known her and the inspiration she has given me and many others who had contact with her. Without Kimberly's determination, courage and quest for answers many people would be still undiagnosed.

Christa Kim

February 16, 2006

Dear Williams Family,

Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Kim was truly a kind, generous, and compassionate friend to me during our years at Greenhill. I will always remember our days filled with practical jokes and laughter. Though we lost touch over the years, she will be missed.

Christa, Dan, Lauren and Alyson Lee

Sheryl Oravetz

February 14, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. Kimberly was a tremendous online help to me when I was newly diagnosed with a primary immune deficiency. I'm sorry I never got to meet her face to face, but I always considered her a valuable friend. Sheryl Oravetz

Kay Allen

February 14, 2006

I'm very saddened to learn of Kimberly's passing. I knew Kimberly through the Immune Deficiency List which she founded. She was one of the very first people to reach out to me with wonderful information about genetically caused immune deficiencies after I was diagnosed with same in late 2000. For several years, she made possible a warm and wonderful online group environment for those of us who are plagued by conditions similar to her own. I will be forever grateful to Kimberly for inviting me into her Group, which provided me her friendship and support, as well as the same from a host of other lovely people who have become very important to me. Kimberly will be missed by many folks from around the world.



My sincere sympathy to her family and friends. I am heartened to know that Kimberly is now in a better place, and suffering no pain or illness.

Michael Larson

February 14, 2006

I am very saddened to hear of Kimberly's passing. She was a great online help to me when I was diagnosed with an Immune Deficiency in 1996 after nearly succumbing to misdiagnosis and mistreatment for over two years. She introduced me to an online community that I remain a part of today. My wife and I were fortunate to meet Kimberly at the first Immune Deficiency Foundation national conference in Baltimore, and we found her to be a joy to be around. She will be greatly missed, but has also finally found peace.

Bryan Kutner

February 13, 2006

I'm so sorry to hear about Kim. We became confidants of sorts toward the end of our time at Greenhill. I really respected her concern for others and what I remember as her smart wit. She started a support group for some of us in high school, an experience pivotal in directing me toward working in social services as an adult. She's someone I remember frequently as an inspiration. Given what little I know of her in recent years, I can only say that I hope she's in a better place--cause she most certainly deserved it.

Lisa Crerie

February 13, 2006

I knew Kimberly through the SCID group. She was such an inspiration to me. My son Bryce was diagnosed at St. Louis Children's Hospital and she came to visit us when he was in PICU and was so amazing. She had such an incredible love for the children of the group and always made the time to respond to emails with any help she could. She will be greatly missed. For her family my prayer is that God will hold you and comfort you in your time of grief.

Debbie Barragan

February 13, 2006

Dear Karen and Dr. Williams

I am so truly sorry to hear about Kim's passing.I am so sorry I read about it too late to attend the funeral. I had met Kim several times and thought she was the most personable and smart young lady.Again I am so sorry for all of your family and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Debbie

Jean Langston

February 12, 2006

We knew Kimberly throught the SCID group. She helped me in many ways with my son Ben. We are so sad to hear of this news. May GODs hand watch over each and everyone of you. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Love always, Jean and Ben

Michelle Ardoin

February 11, 2006

Dear Williams Family,

I was so sad to hear of Kim's passing! I remember our childhood days well...playing school, taking swim lessons together, and many birthday parites. I know you will miss her deeply, but you will think of her always! Rest now that she is at peace and is in heaven as your very own gardian angel. It moved me today at her funeral to hear of her unending love for children....it comforts me to know that, as I know she will be with my sister Shannon in heaven! May God bless you all during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you!

Michelle Ardoin

Lisa Fuchs

February 11, 2006

I was Kimberly and Scott's 4th grade science teacher at Greenhill, and I just wanted to express my sadness to see where such a smart, sweet young lady left you too soon. Your family is my thoughts and prayers.

Evelyn Chiasson

February 11, 2006

I have had the pleasure of knowing Kimberly through the Scid group. Unfortunately, I never met her. She was most supportive when I lost my grandson to Scid & later when I lost my daughter, who also was a member of the group. My grandchildren were thrilled with the gifts she sent them with our ornament exchange. She will always be in my memory and I am richer for having known her. My deepest sympathy goes to her family. I can understand their loss.

Suzette Garrison

February 10, 2006

My mother and I were very saddened to see that your daughter passed away. We both were patients of yours and have the utmost respect and fondness for you as a physician. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Truly, Suzette Garrison (Cavell) & Carolyn Pawson

Kirstie Magowan

February 10, 2006

Although we never met Kimberly in person, she was a huge support through the ScidMail group. She was always willing to share her time and wisdom with us. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered

Kimberly

February 10, 2006

May God's peace and love carry you through. I didn't know Kimberly or the family, but felt a kindred spirit once I saw that Kimberly and I share the same name and exact date of birth. I would like to say to the family that God is definitely a comforter in the time of need. Kimberly has earned wings and will now be able to fly above to watch over you all with love. God has honored you all with a special angel. May God Bless. Although I've never met you, as a child of God myself, I wish much love and many prayers to you all.



Kimberly

Susan Lottes

February 10, 2006

Kimberly was a source of inspiration in the Immune Deficiency community. Her courage and kindness will be greatly missed.

ron & maxine reiner

February 10, 2006

Dear Karen, Barry & Scott and family,

We will always have fond memories of Kim in our hearts and minds and we feel great sympathy and sorrow for your loss. Sorry that we are not with you at this time of need.

Beth Rathburn

February 10, 2006

Dear Williams family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss of dear, sweet Kimberly. I knew her from the scidmail list, had the privilidge of visiting her in St.Louis many times, had the honor of having her as my true friend and will miss her deeply. May God bless you all & comfort you with his grace. Fly free my angel friend! God Bless & Godspeed.

Love,

Beth,Art & Wade Rathburn

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