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for Kimberly Maassen
Brad Foulger
May 30, 2010
Marion and kids,
We were so sad to here of Kim's passing. He was such a loving, kind man and I will miss him. I will never forget some of his stories: playing bball in England, chef in the Navy, fishing, pool and more. Our thoughts and hearts are with you at this time.
Lisa and Brad Foulger
May 30, 2010
Dear Holley, Bradley and Marion and the rest of the Maassen family,
We have the fondest of memories knowing Kim and your family the last 14yrs in California. We grieve with you and send our heart felt condolences during this very sad time. Our memories include Kim always caring about others and relating so well especially to the kids and those in need. Taylor adored him, always smiling around Kim and probably talking most with him. We'll remember Kim as a strong family man, caring advocate for the developmental services, and a great chef and pool player. We spent many fun family afternoons and evenings together watching basketball,shooting pool, sharing a meal together so enjoying all your company. Kim will be missed and we send love and hope to all the family that will move on without him.
We hope you'll visit us in Costa Rica soon!
Love,
Brad, Lisa, McKenna, Tatum and Gabi Foulger
Cheyenne Almeraz
May 20, 2010
Bradley,
I am very sorry about the loss of your father. I recentally lost a family member and i know it is very hard.My prayers go out to you.If you need anything, please ask.
See ya at school!
Love ya,
Cheyennne
Audrey Mikan
May 20, 2010
Hey bradley,
im so sorry =( i feel so bad for you. If you need anything at all talk to me. Ill keep you in my prairs. my heart gose out to you in this hard time. ily
-Audrey
Kristine Polanco (Wunder)
May 13, 2010
Hi Ed and Shirley, I received information from my family about your loss and I am so sorry to hear about Kim passing on. My family would like to send our prayers and thoughts to you at this time and always. I love you guys very much. Kris Wunder Polanco
May 13, 2010
Shirley,Big Eddie,Little Eddie, Jamie, Marion and Families When I heard about Kim's passing a flood of memories went through my mind of when we were kids growing up in Aurora. We had a great childhood, whether we were causing a little mischief or just hanging out down at Mack's drug store. I will miss him. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers, God Bless Brian Murphy and Family
Chris Sholders
May 12, 2010
Dear Marion, Holley and Braddley,
I was very sad to hear of your husband and father's passing. I have very fond memories of Kim.
Kim was instrumental in helping us start our art program at Vine Village. Because of his support we have been serving our clients for almost 14 years.
Kim was always positive, encouraging and had a very loving presence.
He touched our hearts.
With heartfelt sympathy
Christine Sholders
Catalina Arabia
May 12, 2010
Dear Marion, Holly and Bradley,
Our thoughts are with you. We are very sadden by Kim's passing. Your husband and Father touched many lives.
All of us will carry in our hearts forever the memory of his kindness, love, generosity and hard work.
All our love to you
Catalina I. Arabia
Vine Village Arts Program Director
May 10, 2010
To Shirley and Eddie, I never knew your children, but am saddened to learn of Kim's death (Audrey Benda sent me word). I have a grandson that is just like Kim was, so I was touched by his obituary. I hope get to Aurora this summer. Marianne Bedell Leavitt (in Wyoming, Delaware)
susan worrall-murphy
May 10, 2010
Shirley, Big Eddie, Little Eddie, Jamie, and Kimmy's and your families,
God bless and keep you all and comfort you with the memories of a life well-lived (I probably should put WELL-LIVED in capitals). i will cherish the memories i have of scouting as well as our kids' lives in Aurora.
love to you all - su murphy
Robert T. Ryan
May 9, 2010
Eddie ,Shirley & family. Thoughts and prayers from all my family.
Robert T. Ryan
Pru Kirkpatrick
May 7, 2010
I have a wonderful memory of Shirley marching her boys down Main Street to mass on Sunday mornings. Lots of love to you all, Pru (Campbell) Kirkpatrick
Cindy Avery
May 7, 2010
To all the Maassen family: I am so sad to learn of Kim's passing. I can still hear his laugh echoing on the sidewalks of Aurora. My prayers are with you at this time.
May 6, 2010
To the Maassen family, I am so sorry to hear of the death of Kim. Your memories and prayers will help you along this difficult road. Kay Gray
sharon willis
May 6, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Maassen family. Kim helped me dvelop the first senior program for developmentally disabled adults. For his guidance I will be forever grateful. I will always remember his kind spirit and willingness to help others.
Sharon Willis
Su Wood
May 6, 2010
Marion, Holley, Bradley, Ed, Shirley, Eddie, Jamie and families -
Words simply cannot convey how sad I was to hear about Kim. It's probably been 20 years since I've seen him in Aurora, but the memory is clear. What a delightful man he was. I hope that you will be bolstered by wonderful memories of a special man.
Allyson, Chris, Kenedie & Carter Botindari
May 6, 2010
Jamie, Colleen & Family,
I know that no words can ease your pain right now, but know you are in our thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. Hopefully in time the memories you have will fill your heart with warmth and comfort and bring you some peace.
larry radcliff
May 5, 2010
ed shirley, eddie and jamie and family, words cannot exspress the loss we all feel at this time, we shall all remember kimmy for his smile, his laugh, and his kindness, many of usin aurora and the surronding area grew up and went to school with kim, or kimmy as many of us called him his school year memories and his life long memories will live with me forever, may god bless you all and be with you during this time of sadness and continue to be with you in the months and years ahead, kimmy , rest in peace, you will always live on in our thoughts prayers and dreams, love ya my dear friend, go in peace
Jay and Nita Wilson
May 5, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family
rosemary&tom gregory
May 5, 2010
Ed,Shirley,Jamie and Colleen
We are so sorry for your loss.We didn't know Kim but reading all the messages he sounds like he was a great person.Our prayers are with all of you
Uncle Tom and Aunt RO
Michael Cullen
May 5, 2010
Ed and Shirley and families, our thoughts and prayers be with you at this time of your loss. Mike and Sylvia Cullen
Kris Avery
May 5, 2010
To the Maassen Family:
I have VERY fond memories of Kim growing up together in Aurora. He always had a smile and never slapped me silly when I called him "Little Kimmy" even when he was in College. Treasure the memories. Lots of love to his entire family.
David and Marcella Benda
May 5, 2010
Just wanted to let all of you know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time. We are truly sorry to hear of Kim's passing
Linda Rowland
May 5, 2010
I knew Kim through Sequin in Auburn,NY and he was a very good person; may you all be comforted in your grief and may the memories help you.
May 5, 2010
Dear Shirley,
So sorry to read about the loss of your son. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean Kiernan
May 5, 2010
Shirley and Ed I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Mary Catherine Lowery (Bill) St. Cloud, Fl.
Cynthia Gardner
May 3, 2010
My deepest sympathy to Kim's family.He was a great man and also so caring about everyone around him.He will be greatly missed.
DJ Mathison
May 2, 2010
Marion, Holley, Bradley. I just want to let the 2 of you kids know that your mother & father helped make Cree ct. a better place to live by just being our neighbors. We were the family that lived next door to your parents in the Apple Valley area before you'all moved over off Piner rd. Myself (DJ), Barbara & our children, Little Barbara, John Blair, & our littlest son Erick never knew of your dads work or military career. We only knew of the very happy married couple that were the nicest people anyone could ever meet.
Marion, My heart goes out to you & your children. Stay strong in mind & spirit, Your kids will need it now more than ever.
LOVE,
DJ & ERICK
Jeff Hasbrouck-Carle
May 1, 2010
Marion, Holley, and Bradley,
Please know that I am thinking of you and sending love and support. My deepest condolences.
Wendy Freborg
April 30, 2010
My condolences to the Maason family. Kim often spoke of you and his pride in his family was evident.
Wendy Freborg (NBRC, retired)
Jeannine Eck
April 30, 2010
Dear Marion, Holley and Bradley,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of Kim. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Jeannine, Guy, Erin and Emily Eck (from Karen's)
Linda Washington
April 30, 2010
On behalf of Bayberry, one of the vendors of NBRC, I would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. Also, I worked with Kim at NBRC prior to 2000 and appreciated his dedication and commitment to people with disabilities. Our prayers are with you.
Michael Schnitzer
April 30, 2010
It has been an honor to have known and worked with Kim for the last 12-years. The reduction in the State of California's budget to the Regional Centers has resulted in decreased services and an increase in mortality and morbidity of the people we serve. Another result is extreme stress not only to the vendors who Kim has hand picked to serve but also the Regional Center staff. The work Kim did was a labor of love and respect for those that are brave enough to fight for the right to go to school, work, use transportation, and live in the community and not a Developmental Center. Kim will be missed not only as a great family man but as a leader in the community fighting for those with physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges who must deal with a society who can never fully understand what it means to have a developmental disability.
Omar Celestial Solano Diversified Services
April 30, 2010
Dear Marion, Holley and Bradley,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you. I have known Kim for 8 years and he was a tireless advocate for people with disabilities. He will be missed by many.
April 30, 2010
On behalf of the Area 4 Developmental Disabilites Board, we honor Kim Maassen for dedicating his career as an advocate and service developer to help people with developmental disabilities in the North Bay experience a good and productive life.
- Bob Phillips, Executive Director
Brad Dack
April 30, 2010
Dear Marion, Holley & Bradley,
I knew Kim as a CSF with Oaks of Hebron. I really enjoyed his hard work and his great attitude helping clients with Developmental Disabilities. He always had a great smile!
April 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy for the Maassen family at this very sad time. Kim was a kind spirit who spent his living giving. He will be missed by so many. Kimberly D., North Bay Regional Center.
Brede & Shelley Westby
April 30, 2010
My wife and I are truly saddened by the loss of Kim. We send our deepest condolences to his family. He was a terrific person to work with and to know.
Laura Cepoi
April 30, 2010
Dear Marion, Holley and Bradley,
My deepest sympathy goes to all of you at this difficult time. Kim loved you all so dearly. He was so proud of his children's accomplishments and shared his stories of you all with us at NBRC. Kim's work has touched thousands of lives in Napa, Sonoma and Solano Counties. His work and legacy will continue to support infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities with the needed resources to assist them in achieving self sufficiency and reliance. His work was important and meaningful. It was an honor to work with a such a committed, intelligent and all around great guy. I will miss our conversations and his insight very much.
Peace to all of you.
Elizabeth Clary
April 30, 2010
On behalf of Old Adobe Developmental Services (OADS), I would like to extend condolences to Kim's family and friends. Kim was very influential in establishing and advising the services we provide at OADS, including our senior program, transportation and the day and work services we offer. The knowledge and support he offered to the NBRC service provider community was unparalleled. It is an understatement to say that we will miss him greatly.
Cherie Lanam
April 30, 2010
I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. I worked with Kim at North Bay Regional Center, he was a pleasure to work with, and very respected. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Patty Moakler
April 30, 2010
Marion, Holley, and Bradley,
My prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. Kim will missed terribly. Cherish all your memories and that will keep him close to your hearts always. I am here for you (just around the corner) if you need anything. Kim, rest in peace. We will watch over your family.
Patty Moakler
Debbie & Eric Siedentopf
April 30, 2010
Kim Your memory will always be in our hearts! I'm so very honored to have worked with someone so dedicated to his work. And the memories we share playing pool together! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Kathy Graves
April 30, 2010
I want to express my condolences to Kim's entire family. I worked with Kim for 9 years at NBRC and he was a support to many there. His legacy with his work with the developmentally disabled will live on. It won't be the same at work and his presence will be sorely missed. Kathy Graves
April 30, 2010
My condolences to you on the loss of your husband and father. I work for a regional center vendor and have had the opportunity to work with Kim several times and he was always a pleasure to work with. He was helpful, professional and focused on obtaining the best for those he served. My prayers are with you.
Harry Taylor, California MENTOR
Micheline Justman
April 30, 2010
Please accept heartfelt condolences for this sad, untimely loss. So many people admire and respect Kim. He has helped so many people, and he was always there for us with an upbeat happy smile.
Micheline, a colleague at North Bay Regional Center
Deanna Hays
April 30, 2010
Kim, you were loved by many, we promise we will help take care take of your family for you and keep them safe. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace. The Hays Family. Santa Rosa, CA
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