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 Lifelong local resident Kimberly Dawn Claypool, 50, passed away March 4, 2010, at Oregon Health Science & University Hospital in Portland.
She was born Feb. 24, 1960, in Longview, to Ray "Joe" and Kristin (Eggman) Steinauer. She attended Longview Schools.
Kimberly was active and well loved. She was a mother to all. Her family remembers her selfless giving, loving and she was a fabulous cook. She was a master gardener with a gorgeous yard that was enjoyed by all. She was a beloved "Mema".
Kimberly is survived by her husband, David Dingler at home; her sons, Joshua and Jacob Claypool; her daughters, Amber, Haley and Reanna Claypool; her stepchildren, Tyler, Josh and Elisha Dingler; her brothers, Ronald, Blake and Eli Steinauer; her parents, Ray "Joe" and Kristy Steinauer; her mother and father in-law, Paul and Myrna Claypool; four grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Timothy McCracken, in 1983; and her second husband, Richard Claypool, in 1995.
A celebration of Kimberly's life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Steele Chapel at Longview Memorial Park & Crematory.
Contributions may be made in Kimberly Claypool's name to the Humane Society of Cowlitz County, P.O. Box 172 Longview, WA 98632.
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Fran Reisner
So sorry to hear about Kim. Thoughts and prayers to her family!Lori McCorkle (Meyer)
I am deeply saddened upon hearing of the passing of Kim Steinauer. She was one of my best friends through Grade School, and we spent lots of time together. We always had "Sleepovers" at each others houses. My first away from home experience for more than a week was when I attended Church Camp with Kim at the age of about 8 1/2. I was really homesick,but Kim kept me real busy so it wasn't so bad. One time when we were about 10, we decided to make some homemade doughnuts in a pan of oil on her stovetop while her mom napped on the couch. We put the pan of oil on the stove, turned it on high, and turned our backs to it to roll out our doughnuts. The next thing you know, the kitchen lit up like broad daylight behind our backs. We turned around to see huge flames shooting out of the pan, and getting dangerously close to the kitchen walls! We ran in and woke up her mom, who ran into the kitchen, grabbed the pan off the stove, burnt herself on it, dropped it face-up in the middle of their kitchen floor (without spilling a drop) and put the fire out with some baking soda. For years, the burn spot stayed in the middle of their kitchen floor as a reminder of mine and Kim's doughnut making experience, until her parents remodeled sometime later. Kim and I may have drifted apart some in Jr. High and High School, but I have always considered her a true and good friend, and a kind and gentle spirit. Rest in Peace Dear Kim, May the Good Lord hold you close to his heart.A Friend Always, Lori Meyer (McCorkle)
Judy Smith
The one thing I will always remember about Kim and school is her laugh and constant smile. A couple of years ago Kim and I reunited on myspace and we talked online. She spoke very deeply of her love for her family and her special love for her grandchildren. She said that being a grandparent was the best part of life. She was always a kind and sweet person and someone who always made me laugh. It seems so sad that someone with such a great passion for life, left us so quickly. We love you Kimmie!Denise Grendon
I am very sadden to hear about Kim's passing. I did not know she had been Ill. My prayers go out to her Children, Family and Friends. From what I remember Kim always had a smile on her face and was always there if you needed a helping hand. You never know what you have missed until they are gone.God Bless You All
Denise Grendon