Kimberly Lear Muehring
Kimberly Lear Muehring, age 56, of Quincy, died on Thursday, July 9, 2015 in her home. She was born on May 7, 1959 in Hannibal, MO, a daughter of Robert Donley & Joyce (Walker) Lear. She married Timothy Muehring of Quincy on May 20, 1989 in Hannibal. He survives.
Kimberly was a member of the 1978 graduating class of Hannibal High School and the Hannibal Arch United Methodist Church. She was employed by the City of Hannibal in the City Clerks Office until 1993. After her marriage and while living in Quincy, she was an employee in the Executive Office of the County Market Niemann Corp. After her retirement in 2005, she helped with bookkeeping and clerical work for the Muehring family business.
She touched many people throughout her life and will be remembered for her thoughtfulness, kindness and generosity to all. She was devoted to family members with outstanding care and concern. She enjoyed the fun times, activities and gatherings with her ten special Lear cousins and their families. Her favorite time was spent with the little ones within the Muehring household.
She leaves family members who loved her deeply and friends and acquaintances who admired and enjoyed her friendship. Memories of this special person will always be cherished by those who knew her.
In addition to her husband, Timothy, and her parents, she is survived by:
TWO STEPCHILDREN, Laura Muehring St. Clair and her husband Aaron and Cason Muehring and his wife Casey, all of Quincy;
FOUR GRANDCHILDREN, Hunter, Addison and Harrison St. Clair and Carl Muehring, all of Quincy;
TWO BROTHERS, Todd Lear and his wife Ann and Bruce Lear, all of Hannibal;
FOUR NIECES, Maggie Lear (Nick) Bestgen of Jefferson City, MO, Abbie Lear of Hannibal, Destinee Lear of Palmyra, MO and Emilie Muehring of Quincy
A NEPHEW: Andy Cantrell of Quincy
ONE GREAT-NIECE, Blaire Bestgen of Jefferson City, MO;
ONE GREAT-NEPHEW, Zander Cantrell, of Quincy;
AUNTS, Marilyn Walker Hull of Quincy, Barbara Walker Lubbering of Kirksville, MO, Paulina Lear Scott of Hannibal, Marge Lear (Jim) Janes of Monroe City, MO and Doris Lear Deremiah of Illinois;
MOTHER AND FATHER-IN-LAW, Bill & Carol Muehring of Quincy;
BROTHER-IN-LAW, Nick (Lori) Muehring of Quincy;
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Harold & Eva Minnick Walker and Perry & Flossie Wilcox Lear.
A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, July 25, 2015 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Columbus Road Baptist Church. Memorial donations honoring Kimberly may be made to the American Cancer Society and St. Judes Children’s Hospital. Because of her love of animals, donations may also be made to any local Humane Society.
The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Tim and Family… I am so sorry to read about your sad loss of Kimberly. Fortunately, death is only a temporary part of life. Jesus promised us a wonderful resurrection of the dead (John 5:28,29/1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14), so we have the hope of being reunited with our deceased loved ones. In the meantime, even though the pain of loss through death may seem sometimes insurmountable, rest assured that God will give you the strength necessary to endure the coming months (Psalm 46:1). Please accept my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences.
Bruce and Todd I am so sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Tim, Laura and Cason – I am sorry for your loss – I wish you peace
I am sorry to hear of your family’s loss. The entire Lear family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry to see that Kim passed away. I’m thinking of you. Vicky
I’m truly sorry for your family’s loss. Praying that God will take her into his loving arms and that your family will find comfort in this time of great sorrow.
I was so sorry to hear that Kimberly had passed away. I can tell by her photo that she was a beautiful girl. Since I have a daughter, I can just imagine the pain that both of you are experiencing. I send my love and condolences to my dear neighbors at Luther Manor Village.
Bruce &Todd–Sorry to hear of your loss..Praying for you & your family
I went to high school with Kim and remember her being so kind and sweet. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family.
Kim was a cherished family friend who was loved by all. Her caring and generosity will always be remembered.
We loved Kim very much and have such great memories to cherish ! She was such a giving person and had such compassion for others.