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After a courageous and spirited journey in this life Kimberly Wennmacher Lembke, 60 of Belvidere, IL, went to be with the Lord on December 29, 2022 surrounded by family at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center. She was born on May 19, 1962 at St. Joseph Hospital in Belvidere. The daughter of Judith King and Kenneth Lembke Sr. and step-father Charles "Chuck" King. She was a woman who was dedicated to her family, her faith, and her community. Kimberly always thought of others before herself. She was a caregiver since she was 7 years old, starting with helping care for her baby sisters, nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles and for her grandparents and parents. She graduated from Belvidere High School in 1980, and continued her education at Rock Valley College and various coaching and business courses. She was inducted into Manchester Who's Who Executive and Professional Registry. She worked for many years at various medical facilities in the stateline area in administration including St. Anthony's Medical Center, Medaphis Physician Services, Crusader Clinic, Maple Crest Nursing Home, Lundholm Surgical Group, Physicians Immediate Care, and Mayo Clinic (AZ). Prior to working in medical administration she talked fondly about working at LaBob's as a sales associate and as a fitness instructor at the YMCA.

Kimberly was also a volunteer for the Salvation Army and rang the bell during the holidays. She was always generous to organizations that were important to her such as America Coalition for Injured Veterans, Cancer Survivors Fund, American Federation of Police and Concerned Citizens, Redemption Church, Illinois Police Association, Inc., Autistic Children of America, Volunteer Firefighters Association, Childhood Leukemia Foundation, St. Judes, and Kids Wish Network. She was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, cousin, and friend. She often hosted family and friend gatherings, and was happy to spend quality time with those she loved. Kimberly would make sure that everyone had enough to eat, and went home with more to spare. She adored all of her pets and leaves behind her dog, Dixie. She was strong in her faith and often spent her time in her serenity room listening to christian music and reflecting on life's many blessings. Some of her favorite memories included dancing with her sisters and friends, quality time with her family, time spent on her boat, dice games and soaking in the sun. She was creative, loved giving gifts, and making crafts. She will be missed by many.

She is survived by her partner; James Cook, father; Kenneth Lembke Sr., daughter; Tanya (Steve) Wennmacher-Choi, siblings; Kathy (Jimmy West) Lembke Corey, Kristeen (Dennis) Kiesling, Shelley (Dan) Sander, Bob (Jennifer) Lembke, Jim Lembke, Lisa Lembke, Vicky Lembke, nieces; Tiffany (Chris) Redeker Meyer, Tracey Redeker, Brooke Kiesling, Amanda (Robert) Travis, Allison (James Patterson) Addington, Logan (Matt) Lembke, nephew; Robert Addington (Nichole Zimmerman), her many cousins, friends, great nieces; Bristol Travis, Brynleigh Travis, Gigi Meyer, Kyliana Lembke, great nephews; Brayden Travis, Gavin Meyer, Eirik Lembke and grandson; Benedict Choi. She is predeceased by her mother; Judith King, step-father; Charles "Chuck" King, siblings; Kenneth Lembke Jr. and Jennifer Lembke. Also, the family thanks the staff at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center for their wonderful care, support, and prayers.

A funeral service for Kimberly will be Saturday January 7, 2023 at 11am at Anderson Funeral and cremation services. Located at 218 W. Hurlbut, Belvidere IL 61008. A visitation will take place at 10am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the family in their efforts in establishing a memorial fund in memory of Kimberly.