Marilyn Kay Kimmi, born on June 2, 1952 and grew up in Everest, Kansas, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas.
She lived a life dedicated to public service, her family, and her community. Marilyn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Kansas and she carried her love of KU basketball throughout her life. She started her professional life as a paraprofessional at Central Middle School in Kansas City, Kansas. Following the birth of her daughter, she transitioned to working for the government, initially by working for the Internal Revenue Service and then finding a permanent professional home with the Social Security Administration. Throughout her life, she was not only a dedicated professional but also a nurturing mother and grandmother.
Her involvement with Asbury United Methodist Church was a testament to her faith and community spirit, where she touched many lives through her volunteer work and involvement with the choir.
Marilyn was most passionate about the practice of T’ai Chi Ch’uan which she began in 1986. She attended workshops and competitions as well as taught T’ai Chi classes through the Johnson County Parks and Recreation 50Plus program at Roeland Park from 1994 through 2020. She also loved music and studied piano, classical guitar, and voice throughout her life.
Marilyn is survived by her beloved daughter, Dr. Rebecca “Becky” (Smalley) Dahlberg and her husband Dr. Paul Dahlberg; her brother, Alfred Kimmi; and her cherished grandson, Wyatt. She was preceded in death by her parents, Irwin Norman Kimmi and Rebecca Gene McCune Kimmi. She will be remembered fondly by her family and friends for her warmth and kindness, and the love she brought into their lives. The legacy of her kindness and commitment to service will continue to inspire those who knew her.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation at 1 p.m. on Saturday March 21, 2026 at Asbury United Methodist Church, 5400 W. 75th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66208 . The memorial service will follow at 2 p.m.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday April 2, 2026 at Miller Cemetery near Everest, Kansas.
