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Kimberly Dodge Obituary

Dodge, Kimberly B.

Kimberly Butler Dodge, age 57, passed into rest on Thursday June 4th, 2015 peacefully in her sleep, after a long battle with cancer. Kimberly "Kim" was a wonderful and beloved wife, grandmother, mother, mother-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, daughter, daughter-in-law, aunt, cousin, niece, friend, artist, teacher, and Christian. She loved the Lord Jesus Christ and will be greatly missed by family, friends, and students. Kimberly was born in Elmira, New York, and is daughter of Robert E. (Judy) Butler and the late Barbara Butler. She graduated from Elmira Free Academy High School. She received her Bachelors in the Arts at Syracuse University and her Master's in Education at SUNY New Paltz. Kimberly worked as a surface pattern designer for Schumacher in New York City and later became an art teacher. Her first teaching position was at Twin Towers Middle School for the Middletown School District in New York until 2009. In 2009, she moved with her family to Hampton, Virginia and began teaching art at Menchville High School for the Newport News, VA, School District. As a teacher, she was very dedicated to the success of her students and the school's art department. She attended Freedom Life Church in Hampton, VA. Kimberly is survived by her husband, William Dodge; sons, Grant (Brook) Dodge of Hampton, VA and Jamieson Dodge of Charleston, SC; daughter, Kristine Dodge (Jonnathan Wilson) of Hampton, VA; brother R. Bruce (Cheryl) Butler of Elmira, NY; sisters, Laura (John) Hart of Norwood, NY, and Susan (Douglas) Pellor of Alpine, NY; grandson, Tyler Dodge; brother-in-law, David (Nancy) Dodge of Huntington, NY; nieces, Alexandra (Scott) Walker of Lockport, NY, Kady Hart of Norwood, NY, Kayla Pellor of Alpine, NY, and Alison Dodge of Huntington, NY; nephews, Justin Seymour of Alpine, NY; Hayden Hart of Norwood, NY, and Scott (Adria) Dodge of Huntington, NY; Uncle, Robert (Chris) Briggs of Cranbury, NJ.; Cousins, Kari (Eddie) Novak of Cranbury, NJ; Heidi (Bernie) Buonanno of Providence, RI; and Amy Briggs of Arlington, VA. A memorial service will be held for family and friends in Virginia at Freedom Life Church, 35 Tide Mill Lane, Hampton, VA 23666, at 1:00 PM on Saturday, June 27, 2015. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Freedom Life Church or a charity of your choice in Kimberly's name. A private service will be held in Elmira for family at a later date.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Jun. 12, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly Dodge

16 Entries

Bernice Vasquez

June 28, 2015

Yesterday I went to a funeral service for someone I did not know. Let me explain... someone who works for my spouse , his mother died. I went with Hubby to show support for his coworkers and staff I did not know the mother who passed, but had I known her we may have been friends. Not much older than myself, inflicted with the big C for 15 years, with several years in between the doctors telling her : you won't make is past such and such year. that lasted 15 years. As I listened to the Pastor and her family and friends speak, I realize how much she trusted God and that her Faith kept her strong. Such a good person , placing God foremost in her life and living one day at a time. After all. today is simply the shadow of tomorrow. It reminded me that I have strayed from who I am and what God wants me to be. Humbling yes, guilty .... yep that too. I want to say that : life is short, tomorrow never promised and that I , myself need to let things go. Allow God to take the wheel and enjoy my "today's" and skip all the rest. Bathroom, laundry, floor, bills, chores... all these things will NOT be how people will remember you, It will be love, compassion, unselfishness, support, laughter.... all the things we should enjoy today, because God's plan super exceeds what we may think is our plan, because what He has in store for us should be enough. May Peace always envelope this family, knowing that Kimberly Dodge is most certainly in Heaven, well and pain free.

Nina Cutkay

June 27, 2015

Kim was such a sweet and kind lady. The last time I saw her we talked about our battles with cancer. We both talked about how we were not afraid to die. We knew that we were headed straight to heaven and would be with Jesus in paradise forever. I shall meet you again in heaven sweet lady. So glad I got to know you. May God grant all of your family peace and comfort.

Helen Dagnon Coleman

June 25, 2015

She was a kind and wonderful woman. My heartfelt sympathy to her family.

June 23, 2015

To the Dodge and Butler Families

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

The Johnsons

Joanne Mercadante

June 22, 2015

Dear Dodge Family,
May OUR LORD hold you in the palm of His hand and grant you peace and strength as you go through the difficult days ahead.
With love and In Him, Joanne Mercadante

June 17, 2015

To the Dodge family and the Butler family,

We extend to you all our deepest sympathy on the recent passing of Kim. She was an outstanding woman who will be missed by so many.

Dean and Janice Butts

Tina White

June 15, 2015

I will always remember Kim fondly as a calming presence when chaperoning the Japanese Club's Cherry Blossom Festival field trip. Her strong faith was evidenced by her every action.
May God grant her family peace as she enters His loving arms.

Joe Edwards

June 15, 2015

May God smile upon you during this most difficult time. Kim was a woman of great faith and I know that she is alright. I will always remember her wonderful smile and the love that she had for her students and the Art program. I will always remember our conversations about the love of God that we shared on numerous occasions. God Bless!!

Evelyne McNulty

June 13, 2015

My prayers are with everyone that knew Kim, especially her family. I am so very grateful for having had the pleasure of her letting me into her life. She taught me strength when she really needed it the most, compassion for all, enthusiasm, and most of all, to have faith in God, no matter what happens. I will truly miss her, but will never ever forget her.

Theresa Miles

June 12, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

June 12, 2015

May God hold Kim in the palm of His hand. I teach art in NNPS, and have a son, Mason, that attended her art class in 2013. I enjoyed very much talking to her that year, as my son has artistic talent as well. I am also from Buffalo, NY, and it was nice to hear a friendly "accent" and to talk about "home" with her at our staff meetings. May God bless you in this time of mourning.

Becky Forrest Schlag

June 12, 2015

I just wish to tell the Butler and Dodge families how sorry I am to hear of Kim's passing. I remember her fondly as Laura & Susie's "cool" big sister, and she looked so like her lovely mom. I know she struggled with health issues for years, and is now at peace. My best to the family in their adjustment to life without her physical presence. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Juanita Mincey

June 12, 2015

To the Dodge family, I first met Kim during a class we took and was immediately impressed by her talent as an artist. Then I got to know her; she was encouraging and kind to everyone and still an eager learner and we struck up a friendship. I had the privilege to work with her the last two years at Menchville, and I saw what a phenomenal teacher she was. She always went the extra mile for her students, even on the days her health was getting the best of her. I learned a lot from Kim myself, not just professionally, but about being "strong" in the face of adversity. Thank you Kim for your friendship, you will forever be missed!

Michelle Wiatt

June 12, 2015

Kim was one of the most caring and generous people I knew. Her sense of humor was great, and made my day a little brighter. She was an amazing teacher and showed her students what it was to be compassionate and passionate about art and life. She will be missed.

Paulette Freeman

June 12, 2015

I am a science teacher at Menchville High School so I was located at the opposite side of the building; however, I saw Kim everday in the cafeteria as we picked up our lunches. She was always so friendly and upbeat. I miss our daily visits. Best wishes to your family during this difficult time.

Pete Mercier

June 12, 2015

Kim was one of the most phenomenal teachers and human beings that I've ever had the pleasure to know. Her dedication to her students and to our school made the building a better place. She clearly made an impact, as evidenced by her recongition as the Menchville Teacher of the Year last year. She will be forever missed. We are starting the Kimberly Dodge Art Award, an annual "scholarship" for one art student selected by our Art Department every year. God Bless to the entire Dodge family. You are in Menchville's thoughts and prayers.

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