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Kimberly Burleson Obituary
1966-2017
Kimberly Yates Burleson, age 50, of Houston, Texas, passed away on Thursday May 11, 2017 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer.
Kimberly was born and raised in Laredo, Texas. She was the daughter of Patricia Frese Yates and the late Samuel Arthur Yates. She graduated from the University of Texas, where she met her one and only love, Mark Lee Burleson during her sophomore year. After graduation, they made Houston their home and were married for 26 years. She worked at Toronto Dominion Bank until she threw her energy into raising her children, John Samuel, Madeline & Davis. Her children were her life's work, and it was a job that she relished. Kimberly celebrated every milestone of each of her children's accomplishments, large and small, and made sure they always felt her pride and her joy in being their mother. Filled with compassion and interest in others, Kimberly made friends easily and maintained close relationships with so many, including her Chi Omega sorority sisters. She was an avid tennis player and a member of the Houston Racquet Club and Lakeside Country Club. She volunteered with the Junior League of Houston, National Charity League & Alpha Charity League. She was also a Volunteer Spanish teacher at Hunters Creek Elementary. As a member of St. Martin's Episcopal Church, her faith was always her source of strength. She considered her life truly overflowing with God's blessings and relied upon her deep faith to carry her through her illness. Kimberly is survived by her husband, Mark and her three children: John Samuel, Madeline & Davis. Her Mom, Patricia Yates and siblings, Sam Yates, Kathryn and Paul Ballett, Holly and Chris Yates, Leslie and Matt McCracken, Caroline and Michael Yates, Cecily & Rick Burleson and many fond aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Kimberly's life will be celebrated Thursday, May 18th at 2:00 PM at St. Martin's Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Rd, Houston, TX. Reception immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Kimberly Yates Burleson for ovarian cancer.
Blanton-Davis Ovarian Cancer Research Program at www.mdanderson.org/gifts
Mary Crowley Center at www.marycrowley.org/donate
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Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly Burleson
Ana De Portela
June 26, 2017
My sincere condolences to the Yates Burleson family,Although i met her briefly I knew Sam was deeply proud of his sister ,sending prayers from New York
Ana dePortela
May 18, 2017
Our heartfelt condolences to the Burleson family. We pray that loving memories of Kimberley will keep her close and provide comfort during this difficult time. She is always with you. With deepest sympathy. The Jadick Family
May 18, 2017
My sincerest condolences to the family for your great loss. Jude 1: 20, 21
Martha Garcia
May 17, 2017
My condolences to the family of this lovely woman that was my student at United High in my Spanish class. It saddens me to hear of her passing away! It was an honor having her in my Spanish class and remembering her with her big smile and kind heart! RIP Kimberly
Mary Lostak
May 17, 2017
I have many fun memories of playing tennis with Kimberly at HRC. I am so saddened by her passing. She fought so hard for so long and I always hoped she would get better. I will keep her family in my prayers.
Yolanda Ramirez
May 17, 2017
I am Beyond words, As my mind is Filled with lovely Memories of Kim. I met her when I started my Consignment shop on Voss & San Felipe.( Now a Traders Joe). She was my Champion promoter. Her smile, Joy in her heart, Love of Tennis, & family. Thoughts & Prayers to the Family, as I truly have lovely memories of her..
Yolanda
Children's Collections
Roy Yates
May 17, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Was raised in Laredo with her father & my cousin Sam.
May 16, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She sounded like an amazing women and mother. Sincerely, Nicole Duffy (AIG)
Stacey Ahrendt
May 16, 2017
My deepest condolences to your family. Such a sweet person. I know she loved her children and family to the moon and back.
DFI Resources
May 16, 2017
While we were never able to meet Kimberly personally, Mark often shared the joy that his family meant to him. We know that Kimberly's love of life will live on through her family and friends forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
DFI Resources
May 16, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Burleson Family. While we never had the opportunity to meet Kimberly, Mark shared the joy that his family meant to him on a regular basis. Her love and devotion to her family and friends will live on through others forever. Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you.
May 16, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May your treasured memories and the drawing close to God in prayer help comfort you in your time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:12, 13
Grace Trevino
May 16, 2017
Although it has been many years I have very fond memories with Kimberly growing up in 4-H together and our family's being friends.
She was a beautiful person with a beautiful personality.
My prayers are with the entire family during this very difficult time.
She is in a better place and will be a beautiful guardian angel.
May her soul Rest In Peace and let perpetual light shine upon it. Amen
Grace Botello Trevino
Laredo Tx
Sunny Ernst
May 15, 2017
Dear Chris and Holly, we are so saddened to learn of your beautiful sister, mother,wife, daughter, Kimberly's too early cancer battle loss.Our hearts are filled with sorrow for you as we know what this loss is to your family. Please know we will keep all of you in our love and prayers for you and for Kimberly's family.. it will be a beautiful service at St. Martin's-,reflecting Kimberly's beautiful life. With prayers for your healing through God's awesome Strenght.
Our sympathy and love,
Sunny and Bob
Amber Winborn
May 15, 2017
Praying for the family. Kim was an inspiration and a tough cookie. Heaven has gained a bright light in her. Deepest condolences from the Winborn family.
Jennifer Jackson
May 15, 2017
Our deepest sympathy for the Burleson and Yates families. We pray for you all that God provides you the strength and love at your time of need.
May 15, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Nora Lee Notzon
sally gonzalez
May 15, 2017
Most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Pat, you are in our prayers.
Guillermo and Sally Foster Gonzalez, Laredo, TX
May 15, 2017
My husband and I would like to extend our heart-felt condolences to the entire family in this hour of deep and personal sorrow. May the Joy of the LORD be a stronghold to each of you today and always. (Nehemiah 8:10). The Stewarts
Shelly Shaffer
May 15, 2017
Thinking of you all and praying for God's comforting presence in your lives.
Suzanne Slight Hogan
May 14, 2017
She always wore that beautiful smile-peace to all who cherished her.
Grace Ayala Roberts
May 14, 2017
My most deepest condolences to the Burleson and Yates Family. I pray for peace and strength for you all.
Love,
Grace Ayala Roberts
Bobby O'Conor
May 14, 2017
Three great memories of Kimberly: (1) Swimming with my Dad when Kimberly was a small child--my Dad was crazy about her; (2) Going to the Yates' ranch with big and little Sammy to hunt when we were about 10, and taking a swim with the "topless" Yates girls, Kathy and Kimberly; and (3) My wife's excitement when Kimberly and Annie Leonard pledged Chi Omega because they were from Laredo. Love the Yates and Burleson families and my heart hurts for our loss of sweet Kimberly.
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