Kimberly Ann WARK

1956 - 2020

BORN

1956

DIED

2020

Kimberly WARK Obituary

Kimberly Ann Wark (nee Mackenzie) passed away on September 22, 2020 at the Juravinski Hospital, after a short, sudden battle with cancer. Kim has moved on to be with her beloved Mom. Born August 20, 1956 in Windsor, Ontario, Kim is the daughter of Sylvia and Robert Mackenzie MPP. She moved to the west mountain of Hamilton in 1962 and grew up there with her siblings David (Elizabeth), Stephen, Dan (Jill), Andrew, and Lori (Bob). Kim met John, her husband of 41 years, in high school. She dedicated her life to looking after others around her. Lovingly committed to her father and mother in their later years, she held her mom's hand through a decade-long battle with Alzheimer's. Kim was the "matriarch" of the Mackenzie clan, true to her roots in the manner of her mother's large loving Irish family and proud of it. Never to be replaced. Kim was very loving of children and had attended the Early Childhood Education program at Mohawk College. Her many nieces and nephews felt the magic sparkle of the laughter and love that she showered upon them. She excelled at throwing gatherings for family and friends, BBQs, Christmas celebrations and get-togethers. Kim relished her time (especially with her Mom) in the north at the family cottage - ever to be known as "Kim's Cottage". As per her instructions, cremation has taken place and no funeral service will be held. A celebration of life will take place shortly after the pandemic has passed. John and the family extend thanks to the JCC Palliative Care staff, to the JCC Unit C3, to Dr Michela Febbraro and Dr Ravi Ohson, and a special thank you to Nurse Colleen for all their support and guidance over the course of Kim's journey with cancer. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation would be appreciated. She was my North, my South, my East, and West, My working week and my Sunday rest, My noon, my midnight, my talk, my song: I thought that love would last forever: I was wrong. Adapted from "Funeral Blues" by W. H. Auden

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Published by The Hamilton Spectator on Oct. 3, 2020.

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Linda andvTom Jefferies

October 18, 2020

Hi John, wanted to send this little message but didn’t want to post it on Facebook so I’m happy to be able to here. We were so sorry to hear of Kim’s illness and for your loss. She was a very special lady. A warm caring person always giving of herself to others. She was what I would call an earth angel.
I have such wonderful memories of her when we were growing up, all the fun times at the Bertoncini house. It’s those memories that we’ve all made with Kim that will hold a special place in our hearts. She was and will always be the love of your love and all those special memories you both made will hold a special place in your heart.
Thinking of you during this difficult time John. Sending our love
Linda and Tom ❤❤❤

Rick Schroeter and Family

October 17, 2020

Our sincerest heartfelt condolences to John and cousins David, Lori, Stephen, Andrew and Danny on Kim's untimely passing. Amongst the numerous fond memories of Kim I vividly recall the sustaining presence she was to Uncle Bob and Aunt Sylvia in their latter years. Rest in Peace !

Sharon Schroeter Ferguson

October 16, 2020

Dear John and the McKenzie family:
It is very sad to hear of Kim's passing. She was always one of my favourite cousins. My sincerest condolences to you and all the members of the McKenzie family.

Sharon Schroeter Ferguson

October 16, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Virginia and Denis Marshall

October 7, 2020

When I think of Kim I always picture her smiling. So sorry John and family for this terrible loss

October 6, 2020

I will always remember Kim's beautiful smile and her kind heart!
Sima

Debra Mills

October 6, 2020

Deepest Condolences to John and yours and Kim's entire families. John, your obituary is beautiful, just like everything you did for Kim. May sweet memories give you courage and strength.

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