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Jamie Kimble Obituary

Jamie Kristine Kimble CHARLOTTE - Jamie Kristine Kimble, formerly of Charlotte, was born April 13, 1981, in Galesburg, Illinois and died on September 3, 2012 in Tampa, Florida. In her brief life here on earth Jamie accomplished so much and brought so much joy and energy to all those who came in contact with her. At age 2 Jamie moved with her parents to Greenville, NC where she attended Pitt County Schools and graduated in the top ten in her class in 1999 from Greenville Rose High School. She continued her education at UNC-Chapel Hill graduating in December 2002, completing her degree in just three and a half years. Jamie was the recipient of the 2002-2003 Joseph Edozien Outstanding Undergraduate Award. Following her graduation she embarked on a career in healthcare and pharmaceutical sales in Charlotte, NC and Orlando, Florida. However, most recently she was employed at BYB Brands, a subsidiary of Coke Consolidated, where she flourished in sales and marketing. Jamie had just been promoted to Director of Regional Sales for the Southwest U.S. and was in the process of moving to Dallas, Texas to assume her new responsibilities in the next three weeks before her life was tragically cut short. Described by her bosses and co-workers as a passionate, energetic and enthusiastic leader respected by all who worked with and for her, Jamie was ready to embark on what she described as the job she was meant to have. She could not have been more excited and anxious to begin. Jamie will be sorely missed by all her family and friends who she loved beyond measure. As dedicated, hard-working, and driven as she was in her work and education, she was just as passionate in her non-work life where her smile would light up the room as she spread that special Jamie Kimble joy to all who came in contact with her. She is survived by her parents: Ron & Jan Kimble of Charlotte, NC; paternal grandparents, Robert & Jean Kimble of Galesburg, IL; maternal grandparents, Eldon & Frances Neff of LaHarpe, IL; Aunts and Uncless, Fred & Kathy Kimble of West Bend, WI, Scott & Stannie Kimble of Keller, TX, Sam & Peggy Mangieri of Abingdon, IL, Barb & Mike Boyle of New Sharon, IA, Tina & Dan Baker of Roscoe, IL, Gary & Jane Neff of Burlington, IA and Terry & Sheila Neff also of Burlington, IA; cousins, Amy & Jerry Zavorka, Ryan & Jack Zavorka, Kelsy Kimble and fiancee` Casey Lopez, Kaitlyn Kimble, Kameron Kimble, Sammy Mangieri, Maddie Mangieri, Bradley Boyle, Dylan Boyle, Mallory Boyle, Rachael Neff, Ryan Neff, Mary Arvidson and Chavez Borrego The family will receive friends Friday evening, September 7, 2012 at Hankins & Whittington Funeral Services from 6:30 to 9:00pm. Funeral service will be held 2:00pm on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Myers Park United Methodist Church, 1501 Queens Road, Charlotte, NC. Interment will be private in Evergreen Cemetery. An additional memorial service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at Central Congregational Church, 60 Public Square, Galesburg, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: United Family Services, P.O. Box 36667, Charlotte, NC 28236 Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service; please share condolences online at www.hankinswhittington.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Sep. 6, 2012.

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David Bedinger

October 23, 2012

I met Jamie only several times, through mutual friends, and she was as pleasant and amiable a person that I've ever met. I was struck then, and now thinking about her, by her wonderful smile, and sense of humor. My sincere condolences to Jamie's family.

Don Belk

September 13, 2012

Ron and Jan, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Don & Sharon Belk

Sharon Guse Roland

September 11, 2012

Jamie was an amazing friend, beautiful on the inside and out, lit up any room room she walked into and was one of the kindest and most selfless people I've ever met. As Sigma sisters at UNC we formed a bond that grew stronger as the years passed and shared memories I will cherish always. She was taken from all of us way too soon. Words cannot describe how much I miss her. Jan and Ron, as well as extended family and friends, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie Jeleniewski

September 10, 2012

I met Jaime several years ago-she was an amazing person, beautiful smile and magnetic personality. I'm very sorry for your loss. I hope you find strength knowing she will never be forgotten and will forever live in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 10, 2012

Jan and Ron, I was so shocked to hear of your tragic loss. She was a beautiful girl, like her Mother. She had so much ahead of her. I wish I could be there to hug you tight and cry with you when you need to. Keep your memories and God will take care of the rest. Jan, tell your Mom and Dad I am praying for them also, as I am for you too.
Love and Prayers.
DeAnn (Overstreet) Waller

September 10, 2012

Jan and Ron--

Dave and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and yours in your loss. We know what special people you and Ron were to Greenville and to PCMH-- we were blessed to have had you. I know that Jamie was blessed with you both as parents and friends, and her joy will continue to shine in your lives in the days ahead!

Patti and Dave McRae

Sheri Small-Atkinson

September 9, 2012

My prayers go out to the family of Jamie Kimble. She will truely be missed.

Poppy Whitefield

September 9, 2012

To Jamie's family and friends, I am so sad to hear about Jamie, heaven received an angel, my thoughts are with you all!

Jackie Maneval

September 9, 2012

Ron and Jan, Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the loss of your beautiful daughter. We will always remember her as a very intelligent and sweet girl growing up in your loving family.
Love from the East,
Don and Jackie Maneval

Diana Brooks

September 8, 2012

Ron and Jan, We just heard about your daughter and weren't sure how to get in touch with you. We are devastated, and wish we could be there to hug you tight. You will be in our prayers. Love, Mark and Diana Brooks

Janice Harris

September 7, 2012

Ron and Family, Please know that the people here in Greenville are at a great loss along with you. My heart aches for you and Jan to have to experience such a difficult time. I trust you will feel the arms of comfort from all that know you and just know that you are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

Meredith Bullock Campbell

September 7, 2012

I played volleyball with Jamie at Rose. She was a beautiful person with beautiful parents. Sending thoughts and love to the Kimbles. Your daughter will not be forgotten.

Joyce King

September 7, 2012

Mr. and Mrs. Kimble and Family: I remember Jamie as an eager elementary student at Sadie Saulter in Greenville, NC many, many years ago. She was a very quiet young lady with a broad smile. Mr. Kimble would always come to our school to speak to Jamie's classes about his job. Jamie was very proud of her Daddy! She would beam and occassionally look about the room to see other reactions as her Dad talked about his job. Jamie was also very bright and excelled in her school work. She had so many gifts and talents to share. I will be in constant prayer for the family.

Catherine Nelson

September 7, 2012

Ron and Jan: We were so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of your daughter, Jamie. We will keep you in our daily prayers.

Joe and Catherine Dews Nelson

Elizabeth Turtle McElveen

September 7, 2012

Jamie's smile will remain in my heart forever. I'll never forget all our travels - whether it was Minneapolis, San Antonio, cruises, Greenville, Charlotte, Orlando - we had a million laughs and she was always full of shenanigans. She ADORED you both more than anything. She beamed when talking about her parents and family. You are in my thoughts & prayers and will remain there in the days and months to come.

Much love always - "Turtle"

Katie Veilleux

September 7, 2012

To Ron and Jan Kimble- There are no words to express the sorrow for your loss. I hope there is some comfort found in the many friends and acquaintances who support you in your grief.

The DeBoo's

September 6, 2012

Ron and Jan, Our hearts ache for your loss of such a beautiful and vibrant daughter. She loved you both so much and you 3 had a special bond to cherish. We will miss her winning smile but, we will keep her joy in our hearts. With love and sympathy, Mark, Terri and Blaine DeBoo

Pat Johnson

September 6, 2012

Jan and Ron,
I'm saddened to learn of your loss. It's obvious Jamie grew up to be even more special/beautiful than what you described Jan when we worked together at PCMH; what a tragic loss! Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

With deepest sympathy,
Pat Johnson

Jeff & Pam Mangieri

September 6, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nancy and Jere Baxter

September 6, 2012

Kimble family:
Our daughter's were sorority sisters at Chapel Hill. We are privileged to have known Jamie. Joy and kindness followed her around. May God's grace be with you all.
Godspeed, Jamie.

Dan Hollister

September 6, 2012

Jamie lit up the room just by walking into it. She was so full of life and lived it to the fullest each day. She had the biggest heart that always had room for 1 more. I had the pleasure to know her and love her as my friend. She will be deeply missed. The heavens shine a little brighter from now until the end of time. My thoughts and prayers are with you!

Lori Lewis

September 6, 2012

Jamie: What a joy to have known you for the past 10 years and, more specifically, to work with you in making Charlotte the best in the nation! I will miss your smile, your humor, your dancing, but most of all your positive attitude and outlook on life that made this world a better place.

Ron and Jan: My thoughts and prayers are with you and that you may find comfort in reading the words of others expressing what an outstanding, beautiful woman you raised.

September 6, 2012

Ron and Jan,
Thank you for sharing Jamie with all of us. She would light up a room. She was a very special and talented young lady with so much more of her life to enjoy. God Bless your family during this time.

Jamie save me a seat,
Love Mike Manning

September 6, 2012

Jan and Ron, please know that you are loved by so many here in Greenville and within your old Pitt County Memorial (now Vidant Health)family.
Jan, when I see Jamie's beautiful smile and bright eyes in her photo, I see yours.
It's hard to express the depth of sadness I feel for you both. With much love and sympathy, Connie Owens

Molly Hedrick

September 6, 2012

My heart just aches for you at this time. Jamie was a gorgeous, vivacious girl and I know you have been so proud of her. God bless,

September 6, 2012

Ron & Jan,

I knew you all during the Greenville Days. Jamie was William's babysitter and a great one she was. She accomplished so much during her life. My heart breaks for you both.

Janet and William Lapointe
(Rick passed away in March 2011)

Kay Getsinger

September 6, 2012

Ron and Jan, All 3 of you touched so many of us in Greenville. We thought of the 3 of you as "family." That has not changed. I was so blessed to have Jamie as a student at C. M. Eppes Middle School. In those days she sported braces with a winning smile. While she was intelligent, bright, kind and sweet she won our hearts. Now our hearts are aching over the loss of such a shining star.....a child we all loved. God bless, Kay Getsinger

Bob Simon

September 6, 2012

Words escape me on the depth of this loss to you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless.

Bob Adams

September 6, 2012

Ron,
Judy and I hold you and your family up in prayer and grieve with you.

Wendy, Mike, Jonathan and Jessica Kemp

September 6, 2012

We miss you... how you find good in everyone, self proclaimed Tum E Yummies Sunshine Queen of Florida driving that car , hearing about how much you loved your parents and how fun it was growing up in the Kimble home, what will we do without your purse with everything in it but the kitchen sink standing by to share a kleenex, scissors,or a piece of jewlery at a moments notice!. You taught us alot about what it is to give and care, hydrate, exercise and eat right! You were always on fire for our brands and our company. We know your spirit will live in all of us. A friend is a gift you give yourself... and what a gem you are

September 6, 2012

To the Kimble Family:

Please accept my sincere condolences for your family's tragic loss. You are in my prayers.

Joe Friday
Greenville NC

Kim Bainbridge

September 6, 2012

Dear Ron and Jan,
All four of us had dinner together about 5 years over at Jocks and Jills. Not sure if you remember me. I met Jamie on a Chamber trip in Cancun, and we immedialtely hit it off. She was so full of life. She really loved the two of you. I am devistated by this tragic news, and my heart goes out to you. She was loved by so many, as you well know. I am just honored that I got to know her. In Christ's Love, Kim Bainbridge

Tom and Cynthia Flynn

September 6, 2012

May prayers and God's grace surround you.

Gene Dillman

September 6, 2012

Ron and Jan....I am thinking of the both of you. I just experienced losing a family member as well. That is never easy and words are so inadequate. I will celebrate her life and keep you in my thoughts and my prayers.

Jean Askew

September 6, 2012

Jan and Ron, my heart and prayers are with you at this surreal, painful time of loss. There are no words I can express to bring you any comfort, peace or understanding for this unthinkable nightmare. Please know that you will continue to be in my prayers for peace that only God can bring you in time. Jean

Jessica Rivera

September 6, 2012

In the brief time I knew Jamie, she impacted my life for the better. Her smile and spirit will never be forgotten. Sending my love and prayers. Jessica

Kathy and Larry Fraser

September 6, 2012

Her glowing light in our world forever shining. We give thanks for Jamie's many gifts and the pure and loving joy she lived, and gave to all.

Tina Baker

September 6, 2012

I love you Jamie, you will be missed so much.

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