Kimberly M. Kim (Rumsmoke) Kashian, 47, died peacefully and comfortably surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at her Wayland residence following a courageous and dignified battle with breast cancer. She was born in Syracuse, New York on February 4, 1966 the daughter of Lew Rumsmoke and Jane (Cullen) Rumsmoke both of Constantia, New York. Besides her parents, Kim is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 18 years, Peter Kashian of Wayland. Beloved and cherished mother of Robert N. Kashian and Alex S. Kashian both of Wayland. Sister of Jackie Campbell and her husband Rolie Hrynack of Constantia, NY. Kim was the niece of Aleita Rumsmoke of Constantia, NY. She is also survived by her mother-in-law Jean (Flynn) Kashian of Wayland; sister-in-law of Janet and Edward Warner of Wayland and Ellen and Barry Jones of Sudbury as well as many nieces and nephews. She was the daughter-in-law of the late Henry C. Kashian who died in March of 2001. Kim has been a resident of Wayland for the past 18 years and spent her formative years in Constantia, NY and graduated from Red Men (Central Square) High School in Central Square, NY and was involved in theater, orchestra and the marching band. In her earlier years she participated in 4H, the church choir and the Girl Scouts. In 1988, she received her RA/BSN in Nursing from Utica College in NY. While at college, Kim was active for s everal years in theate r including the productions of HAIR and Anything Goes. She served as President of her Senior Class at Utica, was a WPNR radio DJ and the Director of the Programming Committee at college. She was also a U CHI Sorority Member and while attending college worked a t the Pioneer Pub. Upon graduation, Kim pursued various clinical careers in Syracuse and Boston and then transitioned into a non-clinical technology career and served as a manager in the health care industry. She was an active member of the Utica Alumni and in 2010 was awarded the College Service Award from Utica College given to an alumni for service and dedication. Kim was also active in the Sweet Adelines and from 2008 until 2012 was a proud and active supporter of the Avon Walk in Boston. She was acknowledged as an elite and distinguished fund raiser and served as the speaker for several years in the opening ceremonies for the Avon Breast Cancer Walk. She was an outgoing and loving person and was devoted to her husband and sons and with them enjoyed many holidays and vacations near and far with family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all the lives that she touched in her 47 years.
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I sang with Kim in the Utica College Choir in the 1980's She always made things fun. I remember when we went to England for a concert tour and we all had a great time. Your energy and joy will be missed.
Mary (Galanti)Tollerton
January 9, 2014
Kim,
Your smile and warmth are gifts that will always give, and for that, I will always be grateful that I met you. Your spirit will always be with the many lives you touched with the custom-made gusto you brought to life...
Olly Ludwig
Wayland, Mass.
October 16, 2013
we were childhood friends in constantia,ny.
rest in peace with the angels:-( love,ann priddy
ann priddy
June 29, 2013
My condolences to the Rumsmoke/Kashian family. I'll always remember her contagious smile. Prayers for peace and healing for your hearts.
Kim Van Pelt - Thisse
June 19, 2013
Prayers go out to the family. I remember Kim from her years in the band program in Central Square. She was always upbeat and fun to work with.
June Kraus
June 19, 2013
always had fun with you in church choir, and grand ma, and sneaking smokes at the play group beside church lol, blessed be.
gail pierce
June 19, 2013
Peace and comfort be with Kim's family at this difficult time. ~ Kevin Hinshaw, Central Square class of '85
June 19, 2013
So sorry to read this news. Kim was a spark of light throughout our highschool years. The world has lost a special lady. Hold those memories tight. Prayers.
Jennifer Bednarz Lohr
June 18, 2013
Pete,
I just found out about Kim's passing today. I am so very sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jon Hart
June 17, 2013
To Peter, Robert and Alex, we prayed that this day would never come. Kim's strength was nothing short of amazing and inspiring. May you always carry her in your hearts. Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences.
Michael, Bonnie, Andrew and Kevin Brown
June 17, 2013
Kim, you were generous with your smile, hugs, laughter, and love. You showed us how to care for one another by caring for us. You helped us remember that there was no day but today and made every day count. My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with Peter, Robert, Alex and your entire family.
I'll never forget you buddy. I miss you.
Mark Pilipczuk
June 16, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
June 16, 2013
To Peter, Robert, Alex and all of Kim's family and friends,
My deepest condolences go out to you. I was lucky to know Kim through Utica College alumni events where her smile, her sense of humor and her dedication were absolutely contagious. Even as she was fighting breast cancer, she stayed strong and made it clear to everyone that this disease can't stop you from living every day to the fullest. Kim's amazing energy will not fade away.
Helene Maichle
June 16, 2013
Dear Jean and Family:
Joe & I were so sorry to hear about Kimberly. Our deepest condolences to Peter and your entire family.
Joe & Teresa Terranova
Wells, ME.
Dear Jean & Family:
Joe & I were so sorry to hear about Kim. Our deepest condolences to Peter and all your family.
Joe & Teresa Terranova
Wells, ME.
Joe & Teresa Terranova
June 15, 2013
To the family & friends so very sorry for you loss, Kimberly sounds like she was an amazing person, very sad to hear that Breast Cancer has taken yet another young beautiful life. My thought & prayers are with you.
Jeannie Vail
June 14, 2013
Dear Kim, your light will always be bright. I know we all have another Angel in heaven. Love always, Judy & Herb
Judy Hardy
June 14, 2013
The brief time we worked together feels like a mere second on the clock of life, but the positive impact you made made on me and the lives of so many known to us both, fills an eternity of inspiting memories. On behalf of all our mutual colleagues whose lives you touched with your warm kindness, thank you. Rest peacefully. May your loved ones be immersed in patience, love and understanding.
Mohamed Ally, MD
June 13, 2013
My heart grieves with your family. Kim had such a delightful way of making everyone's day brighter. Such lovely memories when we worked together at the old CIAI. She may be gone in body, but never in spirit. Love and prayers always. Laura, Ron, Jeremy, and Jennifer Cox.
Laura Ritter-Cox
June 13, 2013
Your light had slowly dimmed and has gone out, but will remain bright and warm in our hearts and memories. Love, Vic and Wilma
Vic & Wilma Gouger
June 13, 2013
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