Kim the Interpreter has died... Ten years later...

cp3iverson

Man that sucks. For some reason this makes that time period even more long ago. RIP. Peace to her family. Nice that such a nice moment was captured.

Lost In Ohio

PJfanwillneverleave1 said:

The video with her in TB will always be remembered.
It was a stand out moment of the entire production.

OP- Do you have another link with this sad news other than Facebook?

FB is all I have.

hedonist

Not that it really matters at this point, but copy & paste?

If not, maybe the Mods could supplement this if/when able.

So strange, how strangers can have such an impact.

I guess when they do, they're no longer strangers.

derbydave

hedonist said:

Not that it really matters at this point, but copy & paste?

If not, maybe the Mods could supplement this if/when able.

So strange, how strangers can have such an impact.

I guess when they do, they're no longer strangers.

Here's the post from Facebook:

I'm heartbroken to report that my good friend Kim has passed away, due to an illness. We became friends after I found about her interpreting this show on 10c forum. Then we became FB friends for years. Tried getting her to interpret for me at PJ20, but due to interpreting laws in WI, she couldn't. But she still continued to advocate for me and helped me educating the venue. We talked about getting her on my PJ interpreting team for a special show in the future and we both were so excited, we would finally get to meet in person! I was thrilled to have her finally interpreting for me. She leaves behind a little boy whom she loved so much. I just can't believe it, it's not happening. I'm heartbroken, she was one of the rare and good humble interpreters all around, and a very loving mom.

http://youtu.be/W5WSaPUFEL8

hedonist

Thank you, dd.

derbydave

hedonist said:

Thank you, dd.

Lost In Ohio

hedonist said:

Not that it really matters at this point, but copy & paste?

If not, maybe the Mods could supplement this if/when able.

So strange, how strangers can have such an impact.

I guess when they do, they're no longer strangers.

...they're family.

Kim will be missed.

PJfanwillneverleave1

Lost In Ohio said:

hedonist said:

Not that it really matters at this point, but copy & paste?

If not, maybe the Mods could supplement this if/when able.

So strange, how strangers can have such an impact.

I guess when they do, they're no longer strangers.

...they're family.

Kim will be missed.

OP- This is a wide sweeping Facebook Statement posted by you that many members on this forum can't open.

Is there any other source that you have that states what you say is true?

On the same token could you provide us with an update of the missing 10c member please.

JH6056

Yet one more reminder... spend each day as best you can, because you really, truly never know when you won't have the same choices of how you spend it anymore. RIP Kym, that really is an epic, classic, truly special moment in PJ history. Sending wishes of support and love and other loved ones to your son.

mcreadyfan

so sad. made me cry watching this. Yes, an epic moment. all you said, JH6056. Beautiful.

mcreadyfan

and the love i have for Ed in this video could explode my heart. to showcase this beautiful woman's talent. i am sure that she treasured that moment.

whofeelslikeadrank

locked?

GD274660

Wow. Out of the blue I pulled up that clip on youtube last night…to find this post today.

aus_suz

I felt so sad when I read this yesterday on FB. Even though I never met her I felt like I knew her well from watching TBY2K so many times. I love GTF and this version was so special always made me smile. Havent been able to get this news out of my mind.. :(
Love and Thoughts to Kim's son Connor and her Family and Friends. :( xx

Lost In Ohio

PJfanwillneverleave1 said:

Lost In Ohio said:

hedonist said:

Not that it really matters at this point, but copy & paste?

If not, maybe the Mods could supplement this if/when able.

So strange, how strangers can have such an impact.

I guess when they do, they're no longer strangers.

...they're family.

Kim will be missed.

OP- This is a wide sweeping Facebook Statement posted by you that many members on this forum can't open.

Is there any other source that you have that states what you say is true?

On the same token could you provide us with an update of the missing 10c member please.

The original Facebook post was started by one of Kim's friends...they met on FB and the friend tried to get Kim to translate at PJ20.


Something else from that concert...the premier of U.
http://www.fivehorizons.com/tour/cc/t2000p3.shtml

Here's a recent article I found that mentioned Kim and the show she was at.
http://www.elephantjournal.com/2014/01/the-interpreter/

Obituary should be appearing soon at St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

HughFreakingDillon

backseatLover12 said:

:(

I love this version and think of it whenever I hear GTF.

Yeah, so do I, especially the joy that Ed got from seeing her sign "fuckers!". I always got a kick out that.

The Waiting Trophy Man

How did she die?

Lost In Ohio

The Waiting Trophy Man said:

How did she die?

Following an illness. I just cross-posted from the facebook group, but someone closer to the situation should be by shortly...

IamMine

Thanks for doing this, Lost In Ohio. I'm saddened at the passing of my friend Kim and was so looking forward to finally meeting her and having her interpret for me at a PJ show in the future. We became good friends over the years.

Got this from Kim's sister and they are still working on fund for Kim's son Connor and as soon as I know, I will share:

"This is Angie, Kim’s sister. My family and I are so appreciative of the love and support you have shown our family, and especially for Connor. On behalf of my Mom, Connor, Dan, and Tim, thank you for your comforting words and thoughts during this devastating time for our family.
We are stunned by the sudden loss of Kim. And like us, we realize you are all trying to make sense of her passing….a strong, vibrant, incredible woman and amazing mom who was only 39 years old. Unfortunately, so far, the findings have been inconclusive and we will have to wait a few more weeks for more information. Instead of trying to understand “why” she’s gone, for now, we are focusing on celebrating a woman who impacted the lives of so many.
Visitation for Kim will take place Thursday, March 19th from 5-9 p.m. at Hutchens Mortuary, 675 Graham Road, Florissant, MO 63031 (http://www.hutchensmortuary.com/contact-us/facilities-and-directions ). The funeral service, also at Hutchens, will be on Friday, March 20th at 1 p.m. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Gateway Pet Guardians or the Lung Cancer Connection. The official obituary will run in Tuesday’s St. Louis Post Dispatch.
As many of you know, Kim hated wearing black for anything other than work, so please feel free to be colorful.
On behalf of our family, thank you again. Should you have additional questions or if you’d like to contact the family for other reasons, please email me at ADSchaefer19@gmail.com."

hedonist

My condolences to you and all who loved her.

39. Should've had more time.

I and mine will absolutely make a donation to the Gateway fund.

Thank you for sharing this, and know many here - though not as close with her as you and others - are grieving alongside you.