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Kimberly Cresswell Obituary
Kimberly Ann Goodman Cresswell, of Greenville, Delaware, passed away suddenly on October 26, 2011.
Kim is survived by her beloved mother, Barbara Cresswell and her beloved brother, Chip Cresswell.
Kim was a graduate of graduate of Wilmington Friends School, the University of Delaware and Villanova University School of Law.
Kim's smile lit up every room she entered. Her kindness and loving ways touched everyone she ever met. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.
Kim is also survived by her father, Dr. Ronald Goodman and her sister, Kristen Goodman Dopf.
A private memorial service will be held for her close friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that a donation be made in Kim's memory to The Brandywine Conservancy Laurels Preserve, PO Box 141, Chadds Ford, PA 19317.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kimberly Cresswell
Toni Toomey
October 24, 2023
Dear Kim and Barbra, I cannot believe you have been gone for so long. I will always remember your smile and sweetness. And you even took care of my babies for me. Missing you and never forgotten.
Todd, jamie Firing
June 4, 2018
So very sorry for your loss ,wasn't what I expected when I searched your name.484-332-5419 call me , you've been in my thoughts. I lost my mom and dad close together recently, but there's something unnatural about losing a child. My prayers are with you, and I do hope you reach out. Sincerely
Emma Collins (Clarke)
November 15, 2011
I have just seen the very sad news of Kim's passing. I was in Kim's class at Friends and have since moved back to the UK. I have very fond memories of Kim at High School - she was a true shining light and was always at the heart of any social activity. My thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
AmyLynn Flood
November 8, 2011
I had the opportunity to work with Kim; she was an extremely bubbly and dynamic person. So sorry to hear of your loss
Mark Centrella
November 7, 2011
I am so sorry to have just learned of this tragic news. I have so many great memories with your family that I will cherish forever. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Medford Mester
November 2, 2011
I am so saddened by your tragic loss. Kim was such a warm, friendly and positive person. She will be missed by so many. My deepest condolences to your family.
Lori Hilton
November 2, 2011
I am so saddened to hear of this tragic news . Kim was a wonderful friend of mine at The University of Delaware. When I think back on our time we spent together my thoughts go to her wonderful smile, her infectious laugh and her heartfelt hugs. My heart goes out to your family.
Lori Similo Hilton
Alexandra Dawson
November 2, 2011
Dearest Barbara and Chip I am so very sorry for your loss. Kim was such a lovely, warm and effervescent person. I remember her hugs and how she could always make me laugh. You both are in my prayers and thoughts. Love Alex
Liz Weber
November 1, 2011
Dear Barbara and Chip; my heart breaks for you and your loss of Kim. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I loved Kim with all my heart. She was so beautiful inside and out. Kim was smart, funny, and an incredible friend. I will miss her every day for the rest of my life and will carry her in my thoughts forever.
Deb Piper
November 1, 2011
Barbara - I was shocked to read of this tragic and sad news! You were a good friend to me at a time of need and I hope that you are surrounded by good friends at this very sad time. If I can help in any way, I am here.
Amy Harper
November 1, 2011
I am so saddened to hear of Kim's passing. I have many fond memories of time spent with Kim in high school. I am praying for your family. She will be dearly missed by so many.
Toni Toomey
October 31, 2011
Dearest Barbra and Chip, I am so saddened by the shocking news that Kim is gone. There are no words that can express my sorrow. She was truely a joy to be around and will be missed by all who knew her.
Constantine and Maria Michell Caras
October 31, 2011
Dear Barbara and Chip,
We were so saddened to learn of Kim's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
All our love, Constantine and Maria Michell Caras
October 31, 2011
Dr G, all our thoughts are with you....TCP
Nalini Advani
October 31, 2011
With deepest sympathy and sorrow for your loss
Wendy W. Walker
October 30, 2011
I am so saddened to hear this tragic news. Kim was a wonderful person and good friend at Villanova Law. My heart goes out to your family.... my deepest condolences to you.
Bret Morris
October 30, 2011
Barbara and Chip,
So very very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All our love, Bret, Lisa and the entire Morris family
George and Natalie Popel
October 30, 2011
Words cannot express our sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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