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KIM BROWN
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KIM BROWN Obituary
Kim says to keep smiling - today is a good day. Her cancer journey ended on October 21, 2025.
Wife for 48 years to Joel Brown. Proud mother to Zane (Kerri) and Grammy Bear to Ethan. Sister of Dale (Sonja) Kivilahti, aunt to Todd (Stephanie), Rachel (Jesse), Kyle (Lyne) and Marcus. Great aunt to Cleo, Morgan, Audrey, Clara, Ty and Kohen. Niece to Bentti (Judy) Pyhtila, and sister-in law to Jennifer Brown.
She was predeceased by her loving parents Toini and Leo Kivilahti, Mummu Ida Pyhtila and her in-laws Lorna and Bill Brown.
She lived in Hurkett, Red Rock, Sarnia, Corunna, Thunder Bay and for the last many years, in Dorion. She worked 27.96 years at the Abitibi Mission Mill (Fort William Division) ending her career as the Environmental Technical Supervisor. After the mill's closure, she successfully ran her own environmental consulting business, KJZ Brown Inc., working at various locations including a remote diamond mine, doing environmental audits and related work.
She was lucky to have many caring and supportive friends, colleagues and good family. Kim's happiest and most relaxing places included any time spent on Lake Superior, riding her blue quad, exploring the beautiful Northern Ontario back woods and lakes, and many many road trips with Joel. She enjoyed travel to Moosejaw to help Zane and Kerri, and especially loved her treasured times with grandson Ethan.
A celebration of Kim's life will be held in the R. Leino Memorial Chapel of Harbourview Funeral Centre on Monday, October 27, 2025 presided by Pastor Chris Fiorito at 11:00 a.m. Visitation for family and friends will begin one hour prior. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be streamed live at www.harbourviewfuneral.ca where condolences may be offered as well.
In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, donations may be made to the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital Cancer Clinic, the Nipigon District Hospital or a Charity of Your Choice.
Her final message for everyone is to be strong, it is what it is and she will see you later.
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Memorial Events
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Oct
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17 Entries
Isabelle Cloutier
5 hours ago
To Kim's family,
I have fond memories of Kim through work at Abitibi-Price/Consolidated. She was always joyful and kind. I knew about her battle through Cathy Levis and was thinking of her at distance. Wish you all the best during this moment of remembrance and celebration of her life. All my sympathies to you.
Jim&Marieann Upton
Earlier today
We have such great memories of you and so very sorry to the family for your very great loss
Shirley and Vic
Yesterday
Kim was always texting with good vibes and keep on smiling. We loved being her Lake Superior buddies and knew had the biggest heart of gold. Bless your heart Kim. See you on the other side!,
Joanne and Maurice Fortin
Yesterday
Maurice and I would like to send our deepest condolences to Joel, Zane, Kerri, grandson Ethan and to Dale, Sonja and family of the loss of beautiful free spirited woman Kim! Kim always had a beautiful smile that warms your heart and a bubbly personality that makes you laugh. Rest in peace Kim!
Charlene Armenti
Yesterday
So very sorry to hear, my deepest condolences to her family. I enjoyed working with Kim at the mill. She always had a smile on her face and a joke to tell. She was a great gal!
Jesse Dunahee
Yesterday
I went to school with Kim in Red Rock she was one of the Nicest People you could ever meet The world needs more People like Her She never gave up SISU
Tammy D
October 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to Joel, Zane and family. Kim was always a happy go lucky person and I´m so pleased to have known her. Rest easy Kim
Ken & Judy Dahl
October 25, 2025
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sincere condolences
Marvin & Bonnie Broughton
October 25, 2025
I always looked forward to Kim coming all dressed up Bringing a treat not getting one on Halloween!! Our sympathy, love and care!!
Bruce and Susan Fagan
October 25, 2025
Kim was one of a kind. She was truly an example of how we should enjoy whatever life throws at us. I will always remember her special cap and how she proudly showed me her "disguise". Rest easy Kim. Our thoughts are will Joel and Zane and the family.
Deborah Harris Shallow
October 25, 2025
My deepest condolences to Joel and Zane. She was such a beautiful soul! Kind and funny!
Deb and Jim Shallow
Ann Galley
October 25, 2025
Condolences to Kim's family, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Ann Kostenko Galley
Danielle Thompson
October 25, 2025
Condolences to Kim´s family and friends. I met Kim years ago during Zumba classes - she was very kind, upbeat with a zest for life! Rest easy Kim.
rick porichuk
October 25, 2025
for many years at work kim and myself had many environmental and safety projects they were enjoyable and i learnt alot r i p old friend
NICK FRATPIETRO
October 25, 2025
I am very sad to hear this bad news . She was always a first class lady and a very good worker and always a happy person.
Larry and Dale Stenlund
October 25, 2025
Condolences to your family. Kim was a great lady. She was always so bubbly and always had a smile on her face.
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