Lasting Memories

Kimberly Avon
April 17, 1958-Aug. 4, 2024
Pleasanton, California

It is with deep sadness that we announce that Kimberly Ann Kaford Avon, after being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 58, has died. She was 66 years old. Kim was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, as well as a treasured friend to many. Kim, known affectionately as “Kimmy,” had an infectious smile with which she spread her boundless joy and warmth. She spoke of and lived by the rule of treating everyone with respect, kindness, and compassion. Kim grew up in La Mirada, CA where she graduated from Neff High School. She attended San Diego State University and the USC School of Dentistry and began her career as a dental hygienist. In 1987, she fell in love with Dr. Mark Avon. They were engaged 3 months after having met, married after another 9, and soon after started their family. They moved from Los Angeles to Pleasanton in 1991, where she and Mark made a home for their family of four. Kim devoted herself completely to her family and was an incredible mother and home maker. She also enjoyed volunteering for the charitable organizations PPIE and the National Charity League. She loved to cook, travel, and participate in outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and water and snow skiing. Kim’s husband, Mark, cherished and honored the love of his life throughout their marriage of 36 years. Kim is survived by Mark; their children, David (Jill) and Kelly (Sebastian); mother, Joan; brother, Larry (Janet); grandchildren, Sloane, Henry, and Matilda; as well as a tight-knit extended family who loved her dearly. She is preceded in death by her father, Larry. We also truly hope she sees her sweet Labrador retriever, Abby, in her next adventure. Lost much too soon to a devastating illness, her family and friends have been missing her for years. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Kim’s caring friends and local community for their generous support of Kim and her immediate family throughout her illness. With profound love and gratitude, Kim’s family and close friends will celebrate her life in a private gathering.