I remember Kim as being such an incredible musical talent. When he was a senior and I was in Choir, he composed and performed a musical masterpiece "The Creation".. The execution of the performance was remarkable. Wish there was a recording of it, or if there is, would love to find a way to get a copy of it. He was so talented!! He will always be remembered for his kindness and for the beautiful gift of music he shared with those around him. It's amazing the wonderful footprints people unknowingly leave in our lives.
It was mostly because of Janon that I was able to get to know Kim. Saw him about 10 years ago downtown. Wow. My heart goes out to you Janon. Tough when these things happen. I guess I have a knack for stating the obvious. I am sure that everyone who knew him is feeling the pain. Along with a few others Kim was our class music Hero!! So much talent in our class of 1972. In so many areas. Kim will be missed. Tough one to handle.
OMG I have to stop. Words cannot say it. Janon Being we grew up about 100 feet apart it blows my mind when things like this happen. Thats all I can say. . Prayers to you and your family.
I saw Kim about for years ago at a local "watering hole" about mid way between our homes in Shoreine. It was good to chat and catch up with another Haller Lake Elementry freind. My heart goes out to Janan, Kent and Lori and family.
Kim was a good friend in high school but we lost touch after that. I always admired his musical skills and loved singing in the ensemble that he put together. When excited, he used to rub his bent index fingers against the sides of his nose! Trademark Kim. His exuberance was a real gift to others. Always energetic and optimistic, at least when I knew him. A great guy.
Chris North is spot-on. Kim's exhuberance was a gift to all of us. When I think of Kim I think of him as a good friend, but in reality we were not close friends, probably more like aquaintences. But Kim's outgoing personality and quick smile made you think you were good friends. He had that effect with everybody. Always quick to laugh and leave you with a smile. Rest in peace my friend.
When we were in 3rd or 4th grade Kim came up to me excitedly asking "have you heard Blowin In The Wind by Bob Dylan? It's the best song ever!" A couple of months later at our talent show while the rest of us read a poem or shared a dumb joke, Kim performed Blowin In The Wind complete with guitar & harmonica!
Wow! I'm shocked and saddened by this news. Kim was such a fantastic musician and person.
I remember harmonizing to "Swingin' on the Outhouse Door" in the locker room our sophomore year of football. He was such a decent guy. Way too young. I feel terrible for Janon and family. I hope you get some solace reading these tributes.
He's hanging with all his idols in musician heaven.
God Bless you all. 🙏
Kim was so excited about our music classes. Anyone who shared those classes with Kim were enriched because of the creativity he shared with all of us. I have an LP of our 1971 recordings including the Barber Shop Quartet and Creation. Happy to share. Wrote to Roger McRae during Covid. He didn't remember me but he remembered the music and how our 3 years at Ingraham were special...good teachers and gifted students like Kim. Pam Hall Erickson
When Kim was in elementary school at Haller Lake, he, Steve Boyce (I think) and my brother, Larry Baumgartner would meet at our house and practice guitar and singing. The song I remember best that they worked on was Dark As A Dungeon by Tennessee Ernie Ford. I don't remember all of the lyrics but those that I do, including the refrain, are still at the top of those tunes you go over and over when you're trying to go to sleep at night. What a dear, dear memory to have. Donelyn Baumgartner Gamble
Kim was one of the orginal "Haller Lakers" I usually look for, when I attend the class reunions. Kim was in my 5th grade class, and even played the guitar as an accompany for a small "boys" chorus that was established in the 6th grade. Kim's love for the guitar was partially an inspiration for me to learn how to play guitar, starting in my senior year of high school, and also to stay in the men's chorus in my senior year. Blessing on the surviving family.
Barbara Bass (Ives)
I remember Kim as being such an incredible musical talent. When he was a senior and I was in Choir, he composed and performed a musical masterpiece "The Creation".. The execution of the performance was remarkable. Wish there was a recording of it, or if there is, would love to find a way to get a copy of it. He was so talented!! He will always be remembered for his kindness and for the beautiful gift of music he shared with those around him. It's amazing the wonderful footprints people unknowingly leave in our lives.
Jerry Kraft
It was mostly because of Janon that I was able to get to know Kim. Saw him about 10 years ago downtown. Wow. My heart goes out to you Janon. Tough when these things happen. I guess I have a knack for stating the obvious. I am sure that everyone who knew him is feeling the pain. Along with a few others Kim was our class music Hero!! So much talent in our class of 1972. In so many areas. Kim will be missed. Tough one to handle.
OMG I have to stop. Words cannot say it. Janon Being we grew up about 100 feet apart it blows my mind when things like this happen. Thats all I can say. . Prayers to you and your family.
Patrick Pearson
I saw Kim about for years ago at a local "watering hole" about mid way between our homes in Shoreine. It was good to chat and catch up with another Haller Lake Elementry freind. My heart goes out to Janan, Kent and Lori and family.
Christopher North
Kim was a good friend in high school but we lost touch after that. I always admired his musical skills and loved singing in the ensemble that he put together. When excited, he used to rub his bent index fingers against the sides of his nose! Trademark Kim. His exuberance was a real gift to others. Always energetic and optimistic, at least when I knew him. A great guy.
Cliff Church
Chris North is spot-on. Kim's exhuberance was a gift to all of us. When I think of Kim I think of him as a good friend, but in reality we were not close friends, probably more like aquaintences. But Kim's outgoing personality and quick smile made you think you were good friends. He had that effect with everybody. Always quick to laugh and leave you with a smile. Rest in peace my friend.
Cliff Church
Jon Daniel
When we were in 3rd or 4th grade Kim came up to me excitedly asking "have you heard Blowin In The Wind by Bob Dylan? It's the best song ever!" A couple of months later at our talent show while the rest of us read a poem or shared a dumb joke, Kim performed Blowin In The Wind complete with guitar & harmonica!Douglas Sackett
Wow! I'm shocked and saddened by this news. Kim was such a fantastic musician and person.
I remember harmonizing to "Swingin' on the Outhouse Door" in the locker room our sophomore year of football. He was such a decent guy. Way too young. I feel terrible for Janon and family. I hope you get some solace reading these tributes.
He's hanging with all his idols in musician heaven.
God Bless you all. 🙏
Pam Hall (Erickson)
Kim was so excited about our music classes. Anyone who shared those classes with Kim were enriched because of the creativity he shared with all of us. I have an LP of our 1971 recordings including the Barber Shop Quartet and Creation. Happy to share. Wrote to Roger McRae during Covid. He didn't remember me but he remembered the music and how our 3 years at Ingraham were special...good teachers and gifted students like Kim. Pam Hall Erickson
Donelyn Baumgartner (Gamble)
When Kim was in elementary school at Haller Lake, he, Steve Boyce (I think) and my brother, Larry Baumgartner would meet at our house and practice guitar and singing. The song I remember best that they worked on was Dark As A Dungeon by Tennessee Ernie Ford. I don't remember all of the lyrics but those that I do, including the refrain, are still at the top of those tunes you go over and over when you're trying to go to sleep at night. What a dear, dear memory to have. Donelyn Baumgartner Gamble
Jeffery La Brant
Kim was one of the orginal "Haller Lakers" I usually look for, when I attend the class reunions. Kim was in my 5th grade class, and even played the guitar as an accompany for a small "boys" chorus that was established in the 6th grade. Kim's love for the guitar was partially an inspiration for me to learn how to play guitar, starting in my senior year of high school, and also to stay in the men's chorus in my senior year. Blessing on the surviving family.