Kim Wilmath

Tiemkair Kim Wilmath passed away peacefully in the comfort of her bed, watching her favorite television shows, on May 25, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona, she was 81 years old.

Born in Bangkok, Thailand, Kim traveled extensively and lived a full life. She was bright, outgoing, and ready to learn new things and meet new friends. On her journey, she was always kind, fair, and generous. She worked as a teacher in the Bahamas, planned weddings as a florist, helped new generations find their first homes, and taught ESL at the community college. She was the widow of Karl Dean Wilmath. Kim loved to travel, which she continued to do, even in her wheelchair, visiting Sedona, the Grand Canyon, Native American ceremonies, and local museums. She lived a challenging life but lived it with dignity and was surrounded by loving friends, family, and caregivers until her passing.

A private Memorial Ceremony will be held at 1 P.M., Monday, May 29, 2023 in the care of Messinger Indian School Mortuary.