Kimberly Ayers Vining

I have just learned of Kim's passing and wanted to express to her family how highly I regarded her. I first met Kim when she came to Piedmont hospital for treatment with Gamma Knife. I was so impressed with her sunny nature and love of life. She was one of my most memorable patients in my 30 plus year career in medicine. I last saw her when she and the rest of my team had a photo shoot for the Elekta calendar. She was her usual bubbly self and made us all laugh. After Kim spoke at one of Piedmont's 20 year celebrations for Gamma Knife, I had multiple people come up to me afterwords and say how inspired they were by Kim and the other patients who told their stories. I will always remember her and I hope to have a just a fraction of her spirit if I am ever faced with an illness myself.
God Bless her family and friends.

Everything that could possibly be said to honor Kimmie sounds like such a cliche. But when it came to her, it was absolutely true. In difficulty she showed us how to never back down. In sadness she showed us how to smile. Against all odds she showed us how to set the terms for those odds by proving timelines are just somebody else's can't-see-past point. I miss you, lady. I'll always be grateful for you.

To one of my oldest and dearest friends...

I'm going to miss you more than you'll ever know. You and your family will always have a place in my heart. Tell Grannie I'm still making her squash casserole and you look for me down the road. Love you Kimmie...

I miss my friend.

Kim has brightened the lives of all who knew her, and I am certainly no exception. I met Kim when she was a contract IT trainer at BellSouth. I loved her immediately...the great smile, warm laugh, infectious, fun personality. We remained friends through the years, and I so blessed to have had the privilege and pleasure of sharing some of her precious life. I am still mourning her leaving us but am consoled by the knowledge that she is now one of our heavenly angels. We love you Kim! Lynne

Rest in peace. Love always.

To the Family,

Never did I want to see this day come. I met Kim @ PHOC where she came for her chemo treatments. Never have I seen someone so courageous and strong. Kim and her mom always wore a big smile, had such a beautiful spirit, no matter how big there problem was. Kim, made everyone around her feel special, and she was such a delightful lady. I enjoyed seeing her coming into the office wearing that beautiful smile of hers. Kim I know that you have arrived in that beautiful place called HEAVEN. A place where there is no more pain, suffering nor sorrow. I will miss your smile but never will I forget you. Mom Vining you are a wonderful and strong person and was a great support for Kim.

Tammie

I'll always remember Kim's vivacious personality, tenacious spirit, kindness and courage. She was an inspiration to all who met her.

It saddens me deeply that we've lost her.

Kim was such a wonderful friend and inspiration to us all at BellSouth. You never saw her without a smile on her face and a jolly laugh. She definately fought a good fight and motivated us all about how important life is. Kim - may you rest in peace with no more pain and suffering. I can see you sitting in Jesus lap with this arms hugging you and welcoming you to Heaven. Love ya girl!!!

Words cannot express the impact Kim has had on everyone's life. Kim was a giver, a lover of her fellow man, & honest about what she thought & felt. She defined courage, hope, faith, & much more. What parent or friend would not miss that? When you have a rough time in your life, remember how Kim handled it, & you will be fine! I am a better person for knowing Kim, & will remember her for the rest of my life.

With heart felt sympathy to the family of beloved Kim. She was -- and remains -- an inspiration to us. We mourn with you your loss, but rejoice in knowing that she is at rest in the arms of her Creator. Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles...." (II Cor. 1:3-4).

Faith, Hope and Love,

Elvis and Priscilla

I know that you are at peace now, but I will miss you greatly. You were a great friend to me and many others. I will always have a place in my heart for you.

I will Love You always. You were like a mother to me and my world was a better place because of you. My Kimmie

Kim meant a whole lot to me. She was always very caring and truly a "people person". Kim made everyone she came into contact with feel comfortable and important. I am truly blessed to have come into contact with her. She also taught me a whole lot about systems and computer applications. Kim was a wonderful teacher - patient, kind and considerate. I didn't see her the last 4 years, but I will miss her presence.

My Dear Kimmie,

I am going to miss you so much. I remember all our conversations as though they were yesterday, our walks to lunch. Your infectious laugh and your warm and caring spirit. Your concern and love for everyone around you. You were a strong willed Lady and I am so very blessed to have known you and to have had you in my life. I am walking on Saturday honoring you my dear friend.

Phyllis, Kelly and to all of Kimmie's family and many friends stay strong and hold on to all your precious memories of sweet Kimmie! Heaven has truly received a very special angel.

My prayers are with you all during this time.

Love to you all,

Delana (Sweet Girl)

Kim was my friend through work at BellSouth. I have no memory of her that she did not have a smile on her face. I will miss her, but I am uplifted by the knowledge that she is still happy.

I am so sorry for your loss - Kim was a wonderful person and most of all - inspiring for others.

Kim - always smiling, strong and positive about life no matter what!

My prayers are with you and your family at this time of loss.

I was saddened to here about the loss of such an amazing woman. Kim was always smiling when she came into our office. She always had a positive attitude even when she was not feeling well. I will truly miss her- she is now a guardian angel to watch over all of us. God Bless her and God Bless her family and friends.

Jessica Deresch
Peachtree Hematology/Oncology

My sincerest condolences to the family. I have know Kim for many years through BellSouth, and always was amazed at her tenacity for life and her willingness to fight for it. She never complained, was always upbeat, and was/is a true hero in my life.

What an honor it was to have known Kim and been associated with her through BellSouth. She was always upbeat and smiling even when you knew she had to be feeling bad. It always made me feel good to be around her. May God bless all of her family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kim was my role model. She was truly a lovely person and one that made a deep impression on me. She helped me get through my battle with breast cancer.

Farewell my friend. You were dearly loved by many.

My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May God’s grace strengthen and cover you.
Kim was an inspiration to me and everyone around her. I am so thankful to have known her.

Kim will be greatly missed by her friends and family. I will always cherish the fun memories and her beautiful smile. I pray that God will strengthen each of you.

I worked with Kim at BellSouth. She was always cheerful and very determined, a very delightful person. Even with her illness, she continued to deliver good service to her client group. She made my job easier. Kim fought the good fight, and now is enjoying her eternal reward with our good Lord. May the good Lord bless her family.

Kim was one of the most courageous women I have ever known, gracefully going through every day with a beautiful smile always on her face.

My heart is heavy for your family. You fought so hard and for so long and always with a smile and with concern for others. I'm glad I had the good fortune of knowing you. You will be missed.

Kim is now in heaven and not struggling anymore. I enjoyed working with and seeing her at BellSouth for several years. Everytime I saw her she was always smiling and a real inspiration. She always seemed to make me feel better rather than the other way around. Kim, you will be missed. Love and prayers to your family.

Kim was one of the most courageous women I have ever known. She was truly inspirational. We here at AT&T will miss her dearly. My heartfelt sympathy to Kim's family.

May God's hands be upon your family as you mourn Kim's passing, but know that she is at peace and no longer suffering. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

I never met Kim in person, but felt I knew her so well working with her at AT&T. She was on my team and we all loved her. Brought so much knowledge and new ideas-always willing to take on responsibility and help out-great team player. We miss her so much! But, Kim, My Friend, we know you are at peace and in great hands above. Knowing you has been a joy and an inspiration!!

I worked with Kim at BellSouth and she was just the loveliest person. All of our thoughts are with her family at this time.

Phyllis, Travis, Kelly and all the family, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy. Kim was a fierce warrior in her battle and anyone that was around her for a few minutes knew how tough she really was. I am thankful I had the opportunity to work with Kim and we will all miss her deeply. She has forever left a mark on all of our lives. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.

My heart is broken just a little more with the news of Kim's passing. She was a wonderful woman and I am blessed and lucky to have known her.
My thoughts and prayers are going out to her family.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I am sorry for your pain and your loss. Kim was such an incredible person and I feel so lucky to have had her in my life. I will always remember her bright smile and her love of life. She will be in my heart and that of so many others. God bless you all.

Chris

I've known and worked with Kim since I started with BellSouth back in 1998. Kim was truly one of a kind and I am fortunate and blessed to have known her.

the angels have been joined by another ray of sunshine with you there with them -- miss you, love you, and pat Remmy on the head for me!!

With heartfelt sympathy, my prayers are for your family. Kim was the sweetest person and through all of her battles, she remained such a sweet spirit. We will all miss her.

God knows i love you but God loves you best,I'm gonna really miss "My Kimmie".

Kimi was my best friend. She was everyone's best friend. To know her was to love her, and my life is richer and changed for the better by having experienced life with her.
You're free now baby girl, run run run like the wind and dance like you always loved to do. I'm glad you don't
hurt anymore, but God knows, I will miss you terribly.
signed, Huzzy 2