48, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021. She was born in Tacoma, Washington on February 17, 1972 to Carlyn May Phillips and Kenneth A. Phillips. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carlyn May Phillips; grandfather, Norman Edward May; grandmother, Jeanne Majer-May; grandfather, Edward Lee Phillips; and grandmother, Stella O. Phillips. She is survived by her father, Kenneth A. Phillips; sister, Tiffany Lynne Phillips; aunts, Bonnie May Rohrbach, Kathy May Noone, Carole Kealy Phillips; uncle, Terry Gene Phillips; first cousins, Dana Loverro Moccio (Michael), Lara Loverro Olivieri (Scott), Frank Loverro (Deborah), Maria Triano (Mike), Robert Triano (Michelle), James Triano (Annette), James Phillips (Jamie), Daniel Phillips (Fallon), Angela Trotter (Jeremy), 19 second cousins and 2 third cousins, along with many friends. A 1990 graduate of Norfolk Collegiate School, Kim then received a degree in Sociology from James Madison University, as well as, her MFA in Performing Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University. While at VCU, Kim discovered her passion for Pilates, which led to the opening of her studio, Balance Pilates Training Center, which she owned and operated for over twenty years. Kim loved nature. An avid hiker, she enjoyed nature trails, being near the ocean and family trips to the Outerbanks. She was a quick-witted, caring, determined, tender-hearted woman with a beautiful soul, who will be sorely missed by her family and friends. A celebration of Kim's life memorial ceremony will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 5:00pm at Bliley's - Central. Due to COVID protocols, the service will be streamed live. A link to the livestream of the service can be found on blileys.com In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Foodbank. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.Blileys.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 2, 2021.

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Kathy Laube

February 10, 2021

I am so sorry to hear this. She was an amazing and knowledgeable instructor. I promised her i would be back and I am sorry I cannot be now that she is gone. I absolutely loved her. She made me stronger in just a month. I will miss knowing she is not in this world with me and am so sorry for your loss.

Melodie Middlebrooks

February 7, 2021

Remembering Kimberly and her sister dancing on the "Nutcracker" stage with the ODU Ballet. Prayers to Tiffany and the rest of her family.

Susan Cassidy

February 6, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss and please accept my deepest condolences. I know Kimber only through Pilates and wanted you to know that she was a terrific instructor, a lovely person, and she really did help change my life. Those are my memories of Kimber--and I know you all must have many more happy memories of her. I hope those memories sustain you and bring you light through these difficult times.

Caroline

February 4, 2021

To all of Kimber's family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Kimber taught me and so many others the world of Pilates. She made a huge difference in my life which then layers into the differences in those who I now teach. Literally, her love and talent of Pilates changed hundreds of lives and will continue to do so as we repeat the moves and words she taught us. May you find peace and comfort in the cherished memories you have of her.

Jamie Fiore

February 3, 2021

Beautiful soul. She will be sorely missed❤

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My condolences, Rob McMurran

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Vicki Van Blaricom

February 3, 2021

I was so deeply sorry to hear about Kimber’s passing. She was my Pilates mentor and friend for many years. She was a funny, knowledgeable and caring person. Her mother Carlyn and Kimber helped me immensely through a rough patch in my life, I will never forget their generosity . I’m praying for Kimber and for those who are left here in earth. May God grant you strength as you mourn. Please know that Kimber touched my life and so many in the Pilates community. She was a wonderful spirit and will be sorely missed.

Becky Peterson

February 3, 2021

My deepest condolences to Kimber´s family. She helped me make it through the last awful year, cheerfully appearing on my computer screen on Wednesdays at noon to guide me through an hour of Pilates with humor, warmth and a lot of encouragement. I will miss her beautiful smile and her cheerful, generous spirit.

Marie nicolo

February 2, 2021

Ken,. Tony and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marie & Tony Nicolo

Kimberly Vendrick-Ford

February 2, 2021

One of my most treasured memories of Kim was at the Suzanne Vega concert held at Chrysler Hall in 1987. Kim, Jamie Gill and I attended together amidst a MUCH older and reserved crowd (Kim and I were about 14 at the time). When the song “Left of Center” began, we jumped-up and danced along — and we were the only ones, but it matter not to us! I still find so much joy in that memory with Kim. She was such a unique & beautiful sou!! She shall be sorely missed.
Rest In Peace, my friend.
Kimberly Vendrick-Ford

Kieran Cross MD

February 2, 2021

Kimber was the kindest, most welcoming person I have known. She shared her expertise freely and taught scores of people Pilates in Richmond who will forever mourn her. She spread light and love throughout our community and we are bereft. I hope her family knows how much she was loved and respected in RVA. We will miss you every day Kimber. Love, Kieran

Mary Lewis

February 2, 2021

In loving memory of my fellow classmate from the Class of 1990 at Norfolk Collegiate. Kim was a true friend who had a keen wit, a great sense of humor and wonderful personality. Regardless of what was happening, she always had that beautiful smile on her face. She was such a beautiful spirit and will be missed. Sending my prayers and thoughts to all of her family in this difficult time.

Lori Raybould

February 2, 2021

Kimber, there are not enough words. You made a huge difference on my life & I will never forget. Love & miss you terribly. Rest easy my beautiful friend

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