Kimberley Michelle Gardner, 58, of Amarillo, TX, went to be with the Lord on June 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 20, 1964, in Amarillo, TX, to Darlene Boykin. Kimberley was a devoted wife to Timothy Gardner and a loving mother to her son Dustin Rose and his wife Amber. She was a very proud grandmother “GiGi” to Avery Madeline Rose, and to Maddox Christopher Rose, both of whom she adored more than anything in this world. Kimberley had a special place in her heart for her brother Bryan Boykin and his wife Lindsay, as well as her stepfather Chuck Boykin, all of Amarillo.
Kimberley was a kind and generous soul with a huge heart. She has been described by co-workers as the “hot pink crayon” in a box of gray. She was a champion of the underdog in whatever form and was a lover of all animals, especially dogs. She had a passion for all things “Disney” and enjoyed watching television and movies. Kimberley especially loved watching her granddaughter Avery excel at Club volleyball.
Kimberley worked for the State of Texas for 20-½ years, where she was a valuable member of the D.A.R.S. team. Most recently, she served as Resource Development Coordinator for the United Way of Amarillo and Canyon. Her dedication and commitment to her work were unparalleled.
A memorial service for Kimberley will be held on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 10 am at Amarillo Fellowship Church, 8425 Bell St., Amarillo, TX 79110.
Kimberley, your kindness and smile is unforgettable! What a treasure that it was to do the UW campaign with you! Thank you for so many wonderful memories! We will miss you!
Kim, you were always a beacon of happiness, smiles, hugs, and laughter. I will forever cherish the friendship you so generously gave me and all of those you did the same for.
A shining light was snuffed out too early my friend. You are so loved and will continue to be missed by so many.
Sincere condolences to the family. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God provide the necessary peace and comfort to your family and friends during this difficult time. Please remember these words of encouragement from the Bible: “ Jesus plainly told her: “I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life.” —John 11:20-25.
Kimberely is someone I will always remember! She had a way to make me extra feel special every time I was at the United Way office. She was so caring and had a heart for helping people. I will miss her dearly, but I know she is Heaven as the Hot Pink Crayon among the Angels! Love and prayers for comfort for her family!
I didn’t know you very well Kimberly but you made my cousin Tim so happy and were so good to my aunt and uncle, and I loved you for that. Cousin Jeannette.
Such a beautiful person. I have and always will cherish the friendship and times we shared. Lots of laughs, a few tears, always genuine love and respect. You will be missed my beautiful friend.
I already miss you more than you could have ever imagined my Angel.