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Kimberlin Beckett Obituary

Kimberlin Cormany Beckett loving wife, mother, grandmother and longtime resident of Santa Cruz, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Kim is survived by her husband Jim, her children Brad, Tanner, and Carolyn, her brother Steve, as well as her grandchildren Anabelle, Leila, Reid, Charley and Kimberlin-Paige.She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on November 30, 1947 to Ralph L. Cormany and Louise B. Cormany. Kim was raised in southern California, attended the University of California, Santa Barbara and graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with her teaching credentials. After finishing her education, Kim taught elementary school in both southern and northern California. On September 26, 1970 she married James H. Beckett at the Cate School in Carpinteria and they would have celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary this year. On December 3, 1977, September 28, 1979, and June 13, 1983 Kim welcomed her three children Brad, Tanner and Carolyn and devoted herself to them. Throughout the years Kim enjoyed playing tennis, golf and bridge with her best girlfriends, as well as her daily walks through Capitola and Pleasure Point. She was the go-to for school pickup and grandkid camp. Her worldwide travels and frequent trips to Tahoe and Corona del Mar brought her great happiness. Kim loved her friends and family immensely, and she will be missed by so many.

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Jul. 30, 2023.

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Carol F. Berman

August 30, 2023

Dear Jim, Paul and I were so saddened to learn of the incredibly untimely death of Kim. We have such fond memories of her, seemingly always being gracious, personable, kind and generous in spirit. It only makes us realize that we have missed out by not knowing her better and seeing her more often.
Our son Zachary remembers Brad and Tanner and our daughter Jen may have crossed paths with your kids.
We wish you as well as possible during this time of grief when feelings and emotions are heightened;
this time actually allows you to hold her more closely and savor the feelings and memories, so don't rush through them (I'm obviously wearing my therapist hat).
We would hope to connect with you when the time is right. Seeing Kim's photo makes me remember how very elegant and beautiful she is in my memory.
Sincerely, Carol Berman

Greg and Micki Joseph

August 10, 2023

Jim and Family... we are so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Greg and Micki Joseph

Paul Berman

August 1, 2023

Dear Becket family! We wish to express our profound sadness and shock at the loss of your beautiful and loving and special person in Kim. She was a special lady and a significant member of the Santa Cruz community. Our hearts go out to you all and especially to Jim in this trying unexpected tradgedy to your family. With love and respect Paul and Carol BERMAN

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Christine Soto Hantgin

August 1, 2023

Kim and I were friends for 60 years. Every time we met it was like the years just melted away. She loved Jim and the life they built together so very much!The children were her pride and joy! To say she was a loving wife, mother and sister ( Steve) is not enough to describe her. Pass all she taught on to her beautiful grandkids! Condolences, Christine Hantgin

Emily Buchbinder

July 31, 2023

Jim and family,

I am so very sorry for this sudden and tragic loss. My thoughts are with you as you move through this enormous and difficult transition.

Warmest regards,

Emily Buchbinder

Patty and Fred OHara

July 30, 2023

Our sincere condolences to the Becket family at this time of great sorrow.
Kim was a beautiful and caring person and we know she was so loving and
so loved. She will be missed.

Kate Kropf

July 30, 2023

Elegance, grace, beauty, and love. Our Godmother and best friend. We will all miss our Kimberlin so very much.

The Kropf Family

Gary & Frank

July 29, 2023

Dear Jim, Brad, Tanner and Carolyn, As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Jeannette mcneil

July 29, 2023

A wonderful friend for over 48 years
Jeannette McNeil

Virginia Yant

July 29, 2023

I will be planting a tree for Viola´s dear and wonderfully supportive friend very soon at the 5V in Santa Margarita where I live. I´m sure it will thrive in her honor. What a loss to her family. I send my condolences. Another UCSB graduate, Virginia Yant.

Barbara & John Hill

July 29, 2023

We are devastated for Jim, Brad, Tanner and Carolyn and send our love, deepest prayers and sympathy to them and their families. We know that Kim enriched and brightened their lives daily as she did ours on every encounter over the past 40 years! Rest in peace, dear lady.

Barbara & John Hill

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