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Kim Young Obituary
May 2, '42. The numbers rolled off Kim's tongue, even as his neurological disease took increasing control. February 18, 2023. That date will forever be in our hearts.
Kim lived every day to the fullest. He loved learning and leading learning - 17 years in Richmond School District as a teacher and a principal, 17 years in Delta School District as an assistant superintendent, and 15 years leading professional development for the BC School Superintendents' Association. Another passion was track and field. More than 55 years ago, he joined Richmond Kajaks as a coach and, with equal commitment, coached school and club athletes and Olympians. A member of the Achilles International Track and Field Society, he was meet director of the Harry Jerome International Track Classic and the Indoor Jerome for many years. Kim's lifelong dedication to education and sport was based on a belief: Excellence for All. Kim was a passionate and accomplished Whistler skier, cyclist, sailor, and traveler.
He was admired, deeply respected, and cherished by many friends. Kim's children, Ryan and Gaby, and his wife, Faye, were his anchor and greatest loves. He is well remembered and sorely missed. Many thanks to Mount St. Joseph's Hospital and the staff at St Jude's Care Home for embracing Kim and us as family. His last month was filled with growth and opportunity.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to BC Cancer or a Charity of Your Choice.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse/Rowing Club, 7277 River Road, Richmond, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, April 1. Please drop in to mix, mingle, and share stories.
Kim lived every day to the fullest. He loved learning and leading learning - 17 years in Richmond School District as a teacher and a principal, 17 years in Delta School District as an assistant superintendent, and 15 years leading professional development for the BC School Superintendents' Association. Another passion was track and field. More than 55 years ago, he joined Richmond Kajaks as a coach and, with equal commitment, coached school and club athletes and Olympians. A member of the Achilles International Track and Field Society, he was meet director of the Harry Jerome International Track Classic and the Indoor Jerome for many years. Kim's lifelong dedication to education and sport was based on a belief: Excellence for All. Kim was a passionate and accomplished Whistler skier, cyclist, sailor, and traveler.
He was admired, deeply respected, and cherished by many friends. Kim's children, Ryan and Gaby, and his wife, Faye, were his anchor and greatest loves. He is well remembered and sorely missed. Many thanks to Mount St. Joseph's Hospital and the staff at St Jude's Care Home for embracing Kim and us as family. His last month was filled with growth and opportunity.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to BC Cancer or a Charity of Your Choice.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the John M.S. Lecky UBC Boathouse/Rowing Club, 7277 River Road, Richmond, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm, April 1. Please drop in to mix, mingle, and share stories.
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Published by New Westminster Record from Mar. 9 to Apr. 8, 2023.
Memories and Condolences
for Kim Young
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Janet Mossman
March 27, 2023
I worked with Kim through the Delta School District. He was a wonderful, kind and gentle man. I could not have asked for a better 'boss'. My condolences to the family. I am so sorry I will be out of town when Kim's Celebration of Life will be held. I feel so lucky I had Kim in my life. I will not forget him!
Marion Thiessen
March 14, 2023
Deepest sympathy to Faye and family ! May your many memories and the adventures you shared provide comfort as you find the way to move forward with your life without Kim.
Marion and Norm Thiessen
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