Kimberly L. Yoder, 61, of Nappanee, Indiana, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 4:09 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, at Goshen General Hospital.
She was born Jan. 21, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Ray and Betty (Voris) Selwa.
Kimberly was a 1979 Mooresville High School graduate. She graduated from IU Nursing School with a BSN degree where she finished second in her class. On June 16, 1984, she married Jared Yoder in Mooresville, Indiana. In 1987 Kimberly and Jared moved to Nappanee. Kimberly had worked as a nurse at Elkhart General Hospital in the ICU, and then had worked at Hudson Medical OBGYN Clinic.
She was a member of the Nappanee Missionary Church, where she had a passion for the Kids Nursery. She enjoyed Florida vacations with her family, especially going to Disney, and she loved spending time at the beach. Kim had a deep love for her family and cherished spending time with them.
Kim is survived by her husband, Jared Yoder of Nappanee; two children, Ben (Amanda) Yoder of Carmel, Indiana, and Amy Yoder of Marion, Indiana; sister, Karen (Jack) Williams of Westfield, Indiana; and father, Ray Selwa of Anderson, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Selwa; and a grandson, Maverick Yoder.
Visitation will be 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, and for one hour prior to a 10 a.m. funeral service on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Nappanee Missionary Church Worship Center. Burial will be in White Lick Cemetery in Mooresville, Indiana.
Memorial contributions may be given to Kenya African Baby Center through Nappanee Missionary Church. The family would like to thank the staff in the ICU unit at Goshen General Hospital for their kind and compassionate care over the last 13 days.
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Beth (Leonard) English
January 13, 2024
Kim and I went to nursing school at IUPUI. We were besties then lost touch. I had her on my mind which lead to this sad story. She was so smart and put a lot of pressure on herself to do the very best! She always bought a sandwich made ofBudding Beef. Makes me smile to think of those times with her. Sending love to her family.
Janeth Boutsaboualoy
January 29, 2023
Mama Yoder was the sweetest, most caring, selfless person I’ve ever met. She treated me like a daughter and always looked out for me. She will live on in our memories and will be forever missed. Sending prayers and love ❤
Nancy Gruninger
January 23, 2023
Deepest sympathy to Kim’s family! I’m so sorry for your loss.
Marisa Sprinkle
January 22, 2023
Kim was a sweet, dear friend growing up in Mooresville. My sympathies go out to her family, but how wonderful knowing she’s with the Lord! May that give you comfort during these difficult days.
Paula Sterrett Abell
January 22, 2023
So sad to hear of Kim's passing . I remember her very fondly from my school years at MHS and from Grace Missionary. A very sweet , smart and caring girl that had a wonderful family . R.I.P.
Carol Perri
January 20, 2023
Sorry to hear of your loss. The memories you have in your heart will help you through this time and remember she will always be with you. Cardinals and butterflies will be reminders that she is close by. Your family is in my prayers.
Mike Sheetz
January 20, 2023
Kim was one of the sweetest caring people I’ve ever known. She always was genuinely interested in others. My sympathies to Jared and the family. I pray the family has very fond memories of a special person in their lives. So glad Kim was a believer in our Lord, and we are assured she is with him.
Rae Ringenberg
January 20, 2023
The Selwa girls grew up with me at Grace MC in Mooresville. Both incredibly bright and beautiful. Kim and I reconnected while she was in nursing school. She and Jared moved to northern Indiana where he joined my father-in-law JR in insurance. I have felt connected to them for decades and my deepest condolences go out to Ray and Karen and Jared and all Kim’s family and friends.
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