Kimberly Sue Backstrom

Kimberly Sue Backstrom, aged 69, of Caseyville, IL, passed away on August 13, 2024. Born on November 10, 1954, in Spokane, WA, Kim was a kind-hearted spirit known for her generosity and warm soul. She cherished her family, adored animals, especially her dog Hershey Koru, and found joy in gardening and the outdoors. She also loved to entertain and host friends and family in her home.

Kim graduated from Balboa High School in the Canal Zone, Panama, and furthered her education at Canal Zone College. Throughout her life, she maintained a strong bond with her family and is survived by her parents, James and Dorthy (Standal) Backstrom of Collinsville, IL; her brother, Greg and his wife Rita (Stevenson) Backstrom of St. Louis, MO; her son, Joseph and his wife Kara (Trucks) Tricomi of Godfrey, IL; her niece, Claire (Backstrom) Simmons and her husband Nick; her nephew, Nathan and his wife Julianne (Spataro) Backstrom, and her niece, Grace Backstrom and her partner Logan Phillips. Kim had one granddaughter, Olivia Tricomi. She was preceded in death by her sister, Wendy Backstrom.

Visitation: Family and friends may gather from 4:00-7:00pm, Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at Sunset Hills Cemetery.
50 Fountain Dr
Glen Carbon, IL 62034

Funeral: Private services will be held at a later date.
Herr Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Metro East Humane Society or The Stroke Foundation, honoring Kim's love for animals and supporting vital health research and awareness.
https://www.mehs.org
https://thestrokefoundation.org

Kim's legacy of love, compassion, and generosity will forever be cherished by those who knew her. She will be dearly missed.