In Loving Memory KIMBERLY LORD
Nov. 18, 1958 – March 23, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved friend, Kim Lord. Kimberly
was born and raised in San Jose on November 18, 1958. On March 16, 2024 she experienced a sudden brain bleed while running on her favorite trail by Carmel Beach, and succumbed to her sunset on March 23, 2024.
She was a passionate dancer from an early age, as her mother taught dance. She joined a dance troupe that traveled the world, including Japan and Africa. She was also a professional dancer on cruise ships.
Kim moved to Monterey in 1984 and became an accomplished cosmetologist at the salon she owned in Carmel for more than 20 years. She learned to apply permanent make-up with an artist’s eye, with a precision and professionalism that was outstanding. She continued dancing with various dance groups, and choreographed many of the dances herself and was also a fitness buff who lifted weights and ran the sand dunes on Carmel Beach. She also loved photography and capturing the beauty of nature that surrounds us.
Kim was known for her infectious energy and unwavering positivity. Her vibrant spirit filled the fountain courtyard area, where her salon was located, with laughter and joy. Whether she was brightening someone’s day with her smile or filling the air with uplifting tunes, Kim had a remarkable ability to make everyone around her happy. Kim was a caring and generous person, so energetic, full of life and insatiably life- loving. Always up for an adventure, always ready to jump up and dance, to get the party started.
For those who were fortunate enough to have known her, she will be deeply missed in our hearts forever.