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Kimberly Ellen Vaughn

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Kimberly Vaughn Obituary

Kimberly Ellen Vaughn, nee Phillips, Oswego, IL, June 14, 2007, age 34, beloved wife of Christopher Vaughn; beloved mother of Abigayle, Cassandra and Blake; beloved daughter of Del and Susan Phillips of St. Charles, MO; beloved identical twin sister of Jennifer Phillips Ledbetter of McKinney, TX; beloved sister of Elizabeth Phillips Isemann of Lincoln, NB; beloved niece, cousin and friend. Kimberly was a 1991 graduate of St. Charles West High School and a 2007 graduate of Phoenix University. Kim was an athlete who enjoyed playing volleyball. She was vice president of PEO Chapter HC Illinois. She served as a Brownie and Girl Scout leader for her daughters. Kimberly was a charter member of New Hope Presbyterian Church in St. Peters. She was active in her children's school as a parent and as a substitute paraprofessional. She served on the Oswego School District Character Counts Committee. Kimberly's life spirit shone through everything she did and enriched the lives of those she met. The family is being served by the Baue Funeral and Memorial Center, 3950 West Clay, St. Charles, MO, where visitation will be held Friday, June 22, 2007, 3 to 8 p.m. Memorial service 1 p.m. Saturday at the New Hope Presbyterian Church, 1580 Kisker Road, St. Charles, MO. Interment will be private. Memorials may be made to P.E.O. Sisterhood Program for Continuing Education or the New Hope Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund. Share your condolences and memories at www.baue.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 20, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly Vaughn

26 Entries

Kristine (Brakensiek) Shepherd

June 26, 2007

To the Phillips Family:
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of Kim and her children.

Nancy tibbits

June 24, 2007

To the Phillips family,
I too do not know you but have
prayed and thought of Kimberly and
her children since the tragedy.
I hope you will one day find peace.
My familiy sends their sincere sympathy - even tho I know it is
not enough. Sincerely, Nancy Tibbits

BOB & DEBBIE HAMPTON

June 24, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

Michele

June 23, 2007

To the family of Kimberly Vaughn and her three beautiful children: words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your loss. My family & I have prayed for you from the first moment we heard of the story. May god bless you and give you strength in this tragic time.

George

June 23, 2007

To the Phillips Family:

While I did not know your daughter, I feel compelled to write, as I was so touched by her beautiful, smiling face in the pictures in the paper. It is so very clear she was a good and loving soul and a very caring wife and mother. Please take comfort in knowing she and the children are together in eternal peace and happiness-safe in God's arms. One day you will meet again, until then, know that many people like me are thinking of you and praying for you at this very sad time.

Chris David

June 23, 2007

Kim and I were close friends many years ago, close to 15 years now. I can't believe this is the way to have her come back into my life. I'm deeply saddened for her family. But do know this; when someone thinks of Kim, all you can think of our good memories and a truely giving soul.

D. Allison

June 23, 2007

This is so sad, and I cannot believe that I have sat down today to sign four separate entries for the same family. How tragic and sad. This is truly heartbreaking, and my prayers are with the families, and I pray that Kim's and her children's souls are at peace.

Rana Salinas

June 22, 2007

I only spoke to Kim a few times when she would bring Sandi over or I would take my daughter over to her house but I could tell in those conversations that she was a wonderful lady. I am so glad to have met her, talked with her, and am very glad that our daughters were friends.

Roxie

June 22, 2007

It's truly hard to understand something so horrible like this can happen to a beautiful family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. May God give you strength and confort at this time. Phil.4:13

Roxie

June 22, 2007

Sherry

June 22, 2007

Like many others, I did not know this family. I am truly saddened at this horrific tragedy and wish God's blessings on both families. I hope that you find peace in the fact that you have four perfect guardian angels to watch over you.

Peggy Black

June 22, 2007

Del and Susan,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael and Peggy Black, and family

Sandy Rivera

June 21, 2007

May God give you strength and comfort in this time of tragedy.

Tracy Etheridge

June 21, 2007

To my wonderful friend Kim. I will miss you dearly as you depart on to watch over us all. I am so saddened by this tragedy and your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will think of you everyday and remember the wonderful times we had together. You and your children will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Tanya Comstock-Ratliff

June 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. It is hard to comprehend how something like this could happen.

Sean Schultz

June 20, 2007

Repose in Pace

Gina Rusche

June 20, 2007

Dear Phillips/Vaughn Families,

Like so many others, my prayers have been with you ever since I saw this devastating story on the news last week. I wish you hope and peace as you learn to live with the terribly sad reality of this situation. Something of this magnitude can only be taken one small step at a time. May it be of some comfort to know how your families are in the hearts of strangers.

Sincerely,

Gina Rusche

Donna Filkins

June 20, 2007

Thoughts and prayers for all of you.

Kathryn Marzano

June 20, 2007

I too, am saddened by your loss. I only know you through reading the paper and what a beautiful family. This is a horrible tragedy and know that many others like myself hold you in our prayers.

JOLIE

June 20, 2007

I will be keeping this family in my thoughts and prayers. While I have never met any of you, I feel so sad for this loss.

Shannon Rivers

June 20, 2007

I did not know your Kimberly or the children but my heart aches for you. Know that there are many people all over that are praying for you and your family. My deepest sympathies,

Michael & Karen Menger

June 20, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jackie Brewer

June 20, 2007

Jen and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marge D.

June 20, 2007

I didn't know Kimberly or her darling little angel's who are with her. This tragedy will forever be in my heart and prayers. God bless

Christine Bourseau

June 20, 2007

I did not know Kimberly, but after hearing of this tragedy, I know I am one of many strangers whose thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow. May God bless your family, and keep you in the palm of His hand.

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