Kim Rondespierre

Kim, a guy, another guy, me, a guy,
Diana at Burning Man 2006
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(From Sarah)

I am so sorry to have to send this. Kim passed away last Thurs/Friday in her home. A service in the bay area will be announced after her brother, friend Krissy and I have a chance to meet tomorrow. Kim was weak from her chemo treatments, but put on a very brave face. She was so grateful to those of you who sent her cards and phone calls. But she really was taken too soon.. I wish we would have had more time.

hugs
Sarah
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(From Walt)

Yeah, I saw something about this late last night. The whole thing happened so fast. On the one hand, you hate to think of a friend lingering in pain with no good end in sight. On the other hand.....well, the whole thing sucks. I'm glad she didn't suffer for a long time. That's no way for a person to go.

Kim had a great sense of humor, and I like to picture her on her little scooter, zipping around the streets of San Francisco with her wild hair flying out from under the helmet.

We sure never know how long we have, do we? Carpe diem.

walt
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(Matt (not hubby Matt)

As Walt said, the whole thing sucks, but I've seen the "lingering pain" kind of thing before, and given the lesser of two evils..........
At least Kim knew there were so many positive thoughts and vibes being sent her way.......

Always try to remember the fun and sweet moments we've shared with those who've left us, that is their legacy......

To all my SCARAB family.......Please stay healthy, and always know you are all loved by sooo many more than you know.

Matt (not hubby Matt)
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(From me)

I talked to Kim for about 40 minutes 6 weeks or so ago after I'd heard about her cancer diagnosis. A week and a half ago, I sent her "comfort glass" and a handmade card. The Post Office was unable to deliver it and left a notice in her mailbox. She died on August 1st.

I'm astounded that Kim is gone. The last time that I saw her was at Burning Man 2006. Or maybe it was at Decompression in September of 2006. Ours was a friendship that showed itself only when the two of us were in the same place at the same time. Even so, it had color and texture and Kim occupied a place in my heart. My world is emptier with her loss.

Arlene