Kim "Coach" Bird

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Kim Bird Obituary

Kim Bird (Coach) was born in Herington, Kansas on March 26, 1962, and passed away on November 19, 2007 in Tucson, Arizona. Beloved son of Cecil and Barbara Bird. Survived by sisters Sandy Ward and Kristi Bird, brothers Eric, Craig (Vicky) and his twin brother Kevin Bird (Roberta). Uncle to Charity, Tabatha, Sarah, Jonathan, Casey, Ashley, Brett, Carey, Kristina, and Hannah. He is also survived by his aunts, uncles and many friends including the families of Tumbleweeds Gymnastics, Tucson of which Kim was the CEO and Founder in 1990. Kim was always there with strength, truth, honesty, and kindness to guide and coach. He was preceded in death by his mother Barbara in 2000. Kim moved to Tucson in 1965 where he was raised and educated. He was a graduate of Canyon Del Oro High School and a graduate of the University of Arizona with a Bachelor's degree in exercise and sports science. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December,1, 2007 at Casas Church 10801 N. La Cholla Blvd., Oro Valley, AZ 85742. A reception will follow the service at Tumbleweeds Gymnastics Center 1859 W. Grant Rd Suite 101; Tucson, AZ 85745. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Valley Fever Center for Excellence, P.O. Box 205215, Tucson, AZ 85724. All donations should be payable to U of A Foundation and noted for Nik–Z Development. Service Arrangements have been entrusted to ANGEL VALLEY FUNERAL HOME 520-327-6341.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Nov. 29, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Kim Bird

9 Entries

November 19, 2008

I think many will agree this has been the quietest year without Kim. He brought so much love and life to each day that it's still so hard to believe he's gone. Rest well my friend.

Pat

November 30, 2007

Kim was an exceptional coach and person who I admired. He will be truly missed . my prayers go out to his family.

David Faccio

November 30, 2007

To the Bird Family,
With a heavy heart I am saddened to hear the passing of Kim. Having met Kim at CDO through my brother he was a good friend, always there to lend a hand. Although our lives took different paths and I have not seen Kim in years you knew Kim was the kind of person that would be there for you. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Kim knows that we have lost a special person. On behalf of the Faccio family please accept our condolences.

Patricia and Dayna Blackwell

November 30, 2007

Bird Family,
It was a great shock to my family to hear of your loss. Kim coached my daughter for nearly 10 years and was instrumental in her earning a spot on the UNLV cheer squad as a freshman. I will never forget how Kim encouraged my daughter to pursue excellence in every aspect of her life. When tumbling was difficult and she wanted to give up on a skill, Kim never let her quit. The first thing she said after hearing of his passing was "he never saw my layout." For a young adult to still want to show him her accomplishments speaks volumes about the impact he has had on her life and our family. Kim has always supported my youth league cheer programs and his gym is unmatched. Tucson has lost a friend, mentor and an athlete. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Julianne Valenzuela

November 30, 2007

To Kevin, and all the Bird Family members,

My mother called me with this news yesterday. The Celebration of Life is so fitting - to take the time to remember and cherish the fun, contagiously-happy, gifted, remarkable, supportive person Kim was. He truly touched everyone he met.
My heart goes out to all of you.
Julianne ("Juli Stauffer")

Brenda Hanchett

November 29, 2007

I am saddened to hear of Kim's passing.
I have wonderful memories of Kim.
He was a very caring person, and
He was also a great Gymnast.
I was on the Varsity Gymnastics Team
At Canyon Del Oro. I graduated in 1981
He will be greatly missed.
Brenda Lang (Hanchett)

Maria Ambriz

November 29, 2007

To the Bird Family:
My condolences on such an unexpected, and irreparable loss. Kevin, my prayers are with you and your family in this oh so difficult time. Your brother will certainly be with you forever...God bless you all...

Bernadette Capossela

November 29, 2007

Kim,

I can't believe you are really gone. You have been so much more that just Angela and David's coach..you were our friend. So many times we talked for hours on the phone about gym, work and personal issues. The fun we had with the Halloween meets and updating the website. We were honored to have met you, participated in your gym and will always have many fond memories. Rest in peace my friend and God Bless the Bird Family. You are awesome people and raised one of the most honest, fair and compasionate person I know....thank you for the opportunity

Denise Borland

November 29, 2007

I'm shocked and saddened to see Kim's smiling face here. I haven't spoken to him for years, but the memories of going to elementary and middle school with him are vivid in my mind. I spent many hours playing with him after school and will remember him always.

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