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Kimberly McAllister Obituary

McALLISTER, KIMBERLY, beloved daughter of Linda McAllister of Tiverton, RI, died suddenly after a long, brave battle with mental illness and addiction. She was 31 years old.

Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2008 from 2-5 pm with a Celebration of Life and Reflections from family and friends at 3 pm at the Memorial Funeral Home, 375 Broadway, Newport.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Oct. 3, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly McAllister

25 Entries

Kim Lamothe

October 8, 2008

Not only do we share a name but we shared countless amazing memories. Kim helped me to understand the confusion of growing up. I met her at 14 and knew from the moment I saw her bob of green hair out my bedroom window we would be best of friends. I looked up to her in so many ways. I think of her everytime I create anything. I have not seen Kim in many years but since i heard of her passing Ive been in a daze. I'm so sorry for Linda, one of the strongest and kindest woman I have ever known and was always like a mom to me.

Crystal C

October 8, 2008

I'm still at a loss for words on this whole situation. I've known Kim since the 6th grade, and although our friendships had it's ups and downs like most she meant alot to me. (her mom as well) She had inspired me to be true myself and not care what others had to say about it. I will celebrate her life forever in my thaughts. My deepest reguards to mom and family.

Robert Medeiros

October 7, 2008

Hello.
My name is Bob. I was Kim's first boyfriend. We were together for over a year.
I was informed of Kim's passing today via an e-mail from someone back East.
Even though I have not spoken to her in 15 years, I cannot help feeling hurt by the loss of this beautiful person.
To Linda and the rest of Kim's family and friends, I am truly sorry for this tragic turn of events.
She will be missed....

Robert A. Medeiros
Oakland, California

Tom McNally

October 6, 2008

I am so very sorry for your loss.

Joe Denby

October 6, 2008

I first met Kimat her fathers', Bernie, birthday celebration. She was young and vibrant and full of life.
Joe Denby

Ruth Wartenberg

October 6, 2008

I will think of Kim with every craft project I do. This is a great loss.

MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU.

October 5, 2008

SENCE THE DAY I OPENED THE PAPER A READ THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMENS NAME AND FATE .I CAN NOT STOP THINKING OF HER .YOU SEE MY MOTHER WAS 31 AND SHE SUFFERED WITH THE SAME ISSUES IN 1978.I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY .IT WILL TAKE A LONG TIME FOR THINGS TO MAKE SENCE. I WILL ALWAYS THINK OF KIM AS IF I KNEW HER .AND WISHED I DID . PLEASE DONT KEEP SAYING " WHAT IF ". THIS WILL EAT AT YOU FOR EVER. PLEASE REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD AND FUN THINGS YOU DID TOGETHER AND HOLD ON TO THIS NOT THE " WHAT IF'S ".

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY... I REALLY DO KNOW HOW YOU FEEL. AND WHAT YOUR GOING THROUGH.

Kate O'Connell

October 5, 2008

I am shocked, heartbroken and deeply saddened. Linda I am so sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. I have always cared for and considered Kim one of my closest friends, despite the differences we had over the years. My heart truly goes out to you.

JMS

October 4, 2008

Kim, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your co-workers cared for you deeply.

Tyler Brown

October 4, 2008

I would like to send my condolences to Linda, Tom, Clay, and the rest of Kims family and friends. Kim was one of the most amazing people I have ever had the privilege of knowing, and I will miss her greatly. The 2 plus years that we got to spend together were the best years of my life, and I am grateful for that time, and the love that she blessed so many with. Again, my thoughts and prayers are with Kims family and friends. She will be deeply missed.

Dave p

October 4, 2008

My prays go out to the family Kim will be missed. a NA Member

understanding

October 3, 2008

I did not know your daughter, but I know she was a beautiful person. I am so sorry for your loss. Mental Illness and addiction is something that the averaage person will never understand..sometimes love is not enough. even tho we wish it was, I am sure she knows that she was loved

Anonymous II

October 3, 2008

From one mother to another whose child is the most loving, compasionate, complext and misunderstood person on this planet... you are loved and never alone. May your God be with you in your time of need. We hold you in our thoughts for mercy and recovery.

Merebeth Fabiano, Banana Republic

October 3, 2008

Kim was talented, compassionate, artistic, smart, funny, sarcastic in the best of ways, an amazing co-worker, and a great friend. She was always there to listen and lend advice. Her sensitivity was often hidden to by her strong appearence but most recently was shining through. Her caring nature for her friends, Tom, JR and especially his children was most often what she would talk about. We have all truley lost more than a co-worker or friend. Kim was definitely a huge part of our family and we all loved her. We can now only wish we had more time to share with her, her amazing presence will be missed everyday by so many.

Melissa Fullerton

October 3, 2008

Although I did not know Kimberly, nor her family, my heart aches for you. I lost my brother a year and a half ago to mental illness, and I know how hard it is. Tomorrow, I am walking in NAMI Walks (National Alliance on Mental Illness' Walk-a-thon). I will be thinking of Kimberly and her family as I do so. I wish you comfort in the coming days and peace in the road ahead.

William Yediares

October 3, 2008

I've know Kim now for the last 2 and a half years. I'm very sorry for your lose and wish you all the very best.

Sue Marsella

October 3, 2008

Dear Linda, The kindness and strength of your Kim's heart knew no bounds. I'm so thankful for the care she took with Judy when she needed it most. I'll miss her laugh, and quirky sense of humor...her artistic talent, and "cute Goth style" ...she was her own person in red lipstick, and headband. Mostly, I'm going to miss "Her"...

Lisa

October 3, 2008

You don't know me, but I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. For people that go through it themselves, and for the people that love, care, and support them, it is a difficult, and hard road. Be stong, and remember the good times. In our prayers.

Karen Capoverde

October 3, 2008

Kimberly was very fortunate to have a loving supportive Mom, who never gave up trying to help her. My thoughts are with you Linda as well as my prayers.

A friend of Bill W.

October 3, 2008

I do not know Kimberly, but as a person who suffers from mental illness and is in recovery for alcoholism, I wanted to offer my sympathies to her family for their loss. I will keep Kimberly in my prayers.

anonymous

October 3, 2008

As a mother of a grown daughter with bipolar and drug addictions, I truly can empathize with your loss. I'm sure you were like me, did a lot of enabling and praying, and finally, I had to give it all to God. Your daughter is now at peace and may you and your family always be remembered of the good times, as I know there are numerous wonderful times to remember. Know you are not alone.
God bless you all.

A mother, Albany, NY

Charlotte Zaramba

October 3, 2008

We are all thinking of you, Linda, and hold you in our prayers.

Sara Dunlap Dull

October 3, 2008

Kimberly was a beautiful girl. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Sara Dunlap Dull

Bernie Szetela

October 3, 2008

Capt E. Bernie Szetela, her Loving Father

joe marsella jr.

October 3, 2008

I will always be grateful for the care and compassion that Kim had for my mom at her time of greatest need.She was a remarkable and unique person.She will be missed.

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