Service Details
Funeral services celebrating Kim’s life will be held on Thursday, September 27th, 2018 at 6:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. A reception will follow at Infusino’s Banquet Hall. Visitation will be in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, September 27th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm. Private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials to H.O.P.E. Safehouse or to the Wisconsin Humane Society have been suggested.
Racine- Kim Renee (nee: Carlson) DeLaO, age 60, passed away peacefully at home, with her four boys at her side, on Friday morning, September 7, 2018 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Kim was born in Racine on February 27, 1958 to Evert and Shirley (nee: Green) Carlson. A 1976 graduate of Racine Lutheran High School, she went on graduate from UW – Parkside with a B.A. in English and Master’s Degree in Education from Carthage College, with High Honors, in 2005.
Kim loved kids. When she was young, she worked as a park leader at several parks in Racine. Her love of children led to her life’s profession: education. She had been the principal of S.C. Johnson Elementary School from 2006 until last fall, and it was clear to everyone who knew her that this work was her calling. She had a passion for her students, their families and her staff. She positively impacted countless lives and was loved and admired in ways words could not express.
It was no surprise that Kim, the ultimate “people person,” loved waitressing and bartending over the years, as she completed her education. She truly treasured the countless friendships she made during that time. Kim loved spending time with her grandsons, family and friends. She loved gardening, writing, going to Potawatomi, listening to live music and dancing with Dan. Kim had a love for dogs; most recently, her heart belonged to her bearded collie, Buddy.
Kim was kind, smart, funny, generous and beautiful inside and out. Her smile would light up a room. She took chances on people and saw the best in everyone. Kim never let anyone’s past define them. She was looking forward to meeting Harry Chapin and Prince in Heaven. Kim wanted to be remembered for believing in each of you. She will be missed tremendously.
Surviving are her mother, Shirley Carlson; sons, Eric (Beverly) Bohm, Alex (Clare) Bohm, Brian (Amy) Bohm and Jackson Bohm; foster daughter, Sirena Simpson; grandsons, Tyler, Travis, Carter and Elijah; loving companion, Dan Clark; sister, Judy (James) Martin; brother, Ronald (Toni) Carlson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Kim was preceded in death by her father, Evert Carlson; grandparents, Al & Elsie Greely and Herman & Margaret Carlson.
Funeral services celebrating Kim’s life will be on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 6:00 pm in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home with Rev. John R. Dingman officiating. A reception will follow. Visitation will be in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday, September 27th from 3:00 – 6:00 pm. Private interment will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials to H.O.P.E. Safehouse or to the Wisconsin Humane Society have been suggested.
Special thanks to Kim’s niece, Jodi Paragamian for all her love & support; and to Froedtert Faith Clinic & Grace Hospice for the compassionate care given in her time of need. May God bless all of you!
Cari and Ron Fenkl (Cham tap ) says
Kim you will be missed so much you had just a big sweet heart the world has lost a wonderful person
Teresa says
Kim….
We spent alot of good times together…and even a couple tears! You will be so dearly missed by so many. You were a remarkable individual… no one will ever be able to fill your shoes .Fly high Kim !!!
Sharon Vogelman says
Rest In Peace my beautiful friend. I am so blessed to have had you in my life. I will truly miss you😘😢
Jill M. Kamm says
I have known Kim since we attended McKinley Middle School together. She wil be remembered as a fighter to the end. What an inspiration and loved by so many. Thanks to all of you that fought with her so gallantly and cared for her so gently.
Amy Hernandez Maack says
Over 25 years ago, you invested in me, a young and new mom to my daughter, Maria, as my Racine La Leche League Leader Seeing you make it through each day of motherhood to your boys – facing challenges greater than mine – reminds me of what a self-made woman you were and will always be – and a true HERO to me!
Ann Barry says
My heart is breaking for Km’s family. She was taken way too soon. Please know that you are all in y thoughts and prayers.
Anonymous says
Kim dedicated her life to helping children, both professionally and personally. Her love and compassion will be missed. Sincere condolences to Kim’s family.
Lori Patino says
I will always remember your courage and tenacity, and the positive impact you had on students, their families, and staff. You inspired me to keep pushing forward and I will always be grateful for the support you provided to me as a colleague. I value your friendship and enjoyed your great sense of humor. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. RIP my dear friend Kim. You will be deeply missed. 💖
Nurse Shay says
Kim I appreciated working with you for the 3 years, you were a very strong woman. You’re no longer suffering, fly high Kim.
Liz Hicks and family says
Hello I’m sorry to hear about the loss. She was a great coworker here at Mitchell. She will be missed. Our prayers go out to her family.
Anonymous says
Kim,
You have touched many lives. You helped me out when I needed an ear. You became part of my daughters life. Gifts. Hugs. Books. Face painting. Mentoring. Thanking you is not enough. May you rest in heaven without the pain and smile upon us. Help us through the tough times and laugh at the good. You will be missed. Love, Sophia, Sarah and Dean.
Sophia, Sarah and Dean Dickman says
Kim,
You have touched many lives. You helped me out when I needed an ear. You became part of my daughters life. Gifts. Hugs. Books. Face painting. Mentoring. Thanking you is not enough. May you rest in heaven without the pain and smile upon us. Help us through the tough times and laugh at the good. You will be missed. Love, Sophia, Sarah and Dean.
Lesa Dale~Nasser says
To the family of Kim, I’m so terribly sorry for your loss. I know that you know how very loved Kim was to a great number of people but I want you to know that she was indeed very special to my family and I. I’m both honoured and blessed to have known her and to call her my friend. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope the beautiful memories of her carry you through these difficult and sad times.
With love and Sincerity,
Susan Eisenbart says
Kim I’ll never forget you. You were the sweetest person I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. We had alot of fun in Girl Scouts…you will be missed..❤ Susan ( Harmon) Eisenbart
Tracy Ryder (Meyer) says
Kim, I’d known you only since high school when you were absolutely the most popular girl in high school becoming the Homecoming Queen! You had a way to encourage, inspire others, young and old, even as a young woman yourself . I’m so glad that we were able to reconnect 30 years later as if no time at all had passed.
Thank you for letting me tag around with you and Dan at the 4th of July festivities! Even though you were feeling crummy this past 4th of July, you still wanted to be out and about to see as many people as possible. Many of those people will remember that as the last time they saw you before God announced you as one of his angels.
I will miss you my friend, and I will always carry you in my heart. ❤️ Until we meet again…
Sue Malone says
I am so sorry I will not be able to make Kim’s final farewell. I am glad our lives paths crossed when we worked together at SC Johnson. Rest In Peace Kim and look down on all of us. Help us to be open to others, lending a hand and a smile as you have done. Godspeed!
Scott Stewart says
Rest in peace my dear friend . I am so happy we got to see each other over the last year or so and talk about the good old days . I love your beautiful smile , every time I would see you ,you were so happy and positive about everything , I will miss you my friend .
Anita Hardin says
She will be missed. Iknow she had an impact on every student and family she came in contact with. I’ll miss her.
My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Former coworker.