Eugene Earl Kimsey entered into eternal rest on October 27, 2020.
Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming January 1, 1938, the son of Frank and Ethel Kimsey. He attended the University of Wyoming where he completed a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education. In 1958, while working in England he met and married Helen June Tibbs.
A special education teacher for thirty-five years both in Wyoming and Texas he retired from Northside ISD in 1996. An avid supporter of Special Olympics he was a coach and sponsor. He served for many years as a member of the Board of Directors for the National Council for Exceptional Children. In 1996 he was awarded the prestigious "Yes I Can" award for "outstanding service to students with disabilities".
He is survived by his wife of 62 years Helen Kimsey, his three daughters. Julie Lane, Mitchell, Nebraska, Beverly Reyes, San Antonio, Texas and Sandra VanSluyters, Lubbock, Texas. Six grandchildren four great grandchildren and brother Terry Kimsey, LaMirada, California and sister-in-law Gerry Kimsey of San Antonio.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Edwin, Dwight, Kenneth and his beloved sister Betty.
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Richard, Debbie, and Maya Gonzales
November 5, 2020
We have lived on the same street with Mr. and Mrs. Kimsey for 20 years. He was the kindest person and always went out of his way to say hi! As he crossed the street, he’d always say ‘Molly wants to say hi, too!’, as she happily jumped on you and gave you kisses! We are so sorry for your loss, and you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May Mr. Kinsey Rest In Peace. He will be missed.
Rosalind Barris
November 3, 2020
We worked together at Jordan Middle School. We had many pleasant talks. May God bless Mr. Kimsey and his family always.
Maggie & Rita Provencher
November 1, 2020
I have known Gene and Helen for 21 years and every day you saw Gene walking to the mailbox with his dog Molly and then Buddy after Molly passed away. Gene didn't know a stranger, he was the first one to welcome you to the neighborhood and always made you feel welcome. If you needed anything, Gene was the first person to offer up his services. He will be missed. God Bless you Gene! God Bless you Helen and your family!
Maggie & Rita Provencher
November 1, 2020
Gene and Helen have been my neighbors for 21 years and Gene was a familiar fixture on our street, every day he would walk to the mailbox with Molly and then Buddy after Molly passed away. Gene did not know a stranger; if you were new to our street, Gene was right there welcoming you to the neighborhood. He was a lot of fun to chat with and I know he will be missed by all of us. God bless you Gene and your family.
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