Kil Sun Flom

1952 - 2011

Kil Sun Flom obituary, 1952-2011, Springfield, VA

BORN

1952

DIED

2011

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Falls Church, Virginia

Kil Flom Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 6, 2011.

Kil S. Flom, 59, a long-time resident of Northern Virginia, passed away on Monday, December 5, 2011 in Vienna, Virginia. She had been a resident of Prince William and Fairfax Counties for the past 23 years.
Kim, Kil Sun was born June 15, 1952 in Mokpo, Republic of South Korea. She attended schools in Mokpo and moved to Seoul, Korea in the early 1970s. She immigrated to the United States in July of 1977 and became a U.S. Citizen in 1981. She was the owner of Orchid Spa in Tysons Corner and was residing in Springfield, Virginia.
In her spare time, Kil liked to hike on weekends, spend time with her daughters and cook for friends and family. She was also an avid gardener who kept a fresh vegetable garden and impressive landscaping in her backyard.
She is survived by two daughters: Christine M. Durose (Matthew), residing in Manassas, Virginia; and Jennifer L. St. John-Foster (Dylan), residing in New York City. She is also survived by brothers and sisters in Korea, and an older brother, Kwang S. Kim, who is a small business owner and resident of Falls Church, Virginia.
Arrangements under the direction of National Funeral Home, Falls Church, VA.

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May 14, 2012

Anne Corridan

I just recently heard about Kil. I am devasted. Like so many others have said, Kil was not just my hairdresser but a good friend. My heart is broken for her daughters. I thought about them all day yesterday - their first Mother's Day since this terrible accident.

My thoughts and prayers are with Kil's family, employees and friends.

March 31, 2012

Bernice Lemaire

I miss going to Orchid Spa and chatting the Kil, she was really a great person and always proud of her daughters. She always had so much energy was so friendly and just a wonderful person. I miss her. Best wishes to her family during this difficult time.

February 10, 2012

She was a wonderful person. Always very kind and wonderful with my children. She will be missed.

February 4, 2012

Nancy Scott

This morning I am shocked and saddened to have learned of Kil's passing. I am so sorry that her daughters, who she adored, will miss her comfort, her humor, and her optimism. I will miss her greatly too, as a friend and a very talented stylist. I am very sorry to have missed the memorial service but my thoughts will continue to be with your family and friends, Kil, in the years to come.

January 13, 2012

Aeree

I just learned of Kil's passing this evening. I am shocked beyond belief. Like many others, I too have known Kil for many years. I first met Kil as a walk-in at Bubbles salon. That was almost 15 years ago. My Mom was always impressed with my hair and she eventually became a loyal customer of Kil's as well. I will truly miss her. She was such a warm, funny, and truly talented person. I actually had an appointment with her tomorrow...was so looking forward to seeing her....I will truly miss her and her laughter and smile. May God bless her family in this very difficult time.

January 12, 2012

Nawel

I just found out about this horrible news. Kil was my family's hairdresser, we've been going to her for over 7 years. She was the most wonderful woman i knew...My heart is broken. She always spoke of you guys, she was funny, sweet, caring, hardworking...and a wonderful person. She will FOREVER be missed. May she be resting in peace.

January 3, 2012

Pam Patterson

Dear Jennifer & Christine,
I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn this terrible news about your Mom today. I met her in 2000 and she has been doing my hair ever since. She was a wonderful, funny, generous, and kind person and she loved you both very much. My heart goes out to you both - I will miss her very much. Kil was one in a million.

December 28, 2011

Jason Alexander

I'm really going to miss you. We've known each other for close to 12 years and you were the first to cut my son's hair. He always looked forward to seeing you and being showered with love and lollipops. I pray the Lord gives strength to your family during this difficult time. You always spoke so highly of your daughters, may they know just how much their Mother loved them. God Bless.

December 24, 2011

E. Wolf

I first met Kil over a decade ago as a "walk in" when she was working in a salon in Tysons Corner Center. Over time, we became friends. When I got married, my wife began going to Kil. The, when my daughter was born and was old enough to get her hair cut, she too began visiting Kil. It was often a special treat for my daughter to see "Ms. Kil", get her hair cut and styled, and be pampered with a manicure. When sitting in Kil's chair, we would talk about our families, Korean culture, and life in general. My entire family will greatly miss Kil. Our deepest condolences go out to her family.

December 24, 2011

Liz, Jim, Caroline and Wilson Buttz

We just found out today when Jim went over for a quick pre-holiday trim. Kil started cutting my hair almost 11 years ago when I was a walk-in at Bubbles, then my husband's, and then my daughter and son. Kil made us feel so welcome and we knew how hard she worked. Over the years we heard so much about the accomplishments of her daughters and are so sorry for your loss.

December 22, 2011

Louis and Cameron

My husband and I just found out....my husband has been a customer of Kil's for so many years. She was far more than a woman who cut his hair. She was a true friend. What a wonderful, vibrant and talented woman who at the heart was a loving mother. We pray for her family tonight.

December 21, 2011

Susan Thornton

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a such wonderful person, so proud of her girls and always talked about both of you. My daughter and I have been customers of your mom's for many years and we will miss her greatly. Our prayers are with you and your families at this time.

December 18, 2011

Jennifer & Christine,
Your wonderful loving & talented Mother will be so missed. I was a client of hers for many years. She was always smiling & loved talking about both of you. My prayers are with you & may the many wonderful memories of your Mom bring comfort to you.

Paulette, McLean, Virginia

December 16, 2011

J Bewick

Kil was so proud of her children. She was a beautiful person and a good friend. She will be missed. My thoughts are with her family and all she left behind.

December 15, 2011

Amada

Jennifer & Christine,
My mother and I were her clients and friend for 13 years and she was a great person to all. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you carry through your grief. She touched the lives of many and her smile will be greatly missed. She was very proud of you both.

December 13, 2011

Ruthann Haider

Ron, Jennifer, Christine,
We are just heartbroken over your loss. I only got to meet Kim once, at a party at your home, probably 15 years ago, but I remember how truly welcome she made me feel. I know you all will strengthen each other in the coming weeks, months and years as you grieve and yes, eventually, you will begin to heal. God Bless you all.

December 12, 2011

Rob Receveur

I loved Kil - she was my friend who happened to style my hair (and was the only one!)I'm truly striken by this loss.Even though times were tough, she would slip me some hair-product and say 'don't worry about it' - after she did the hair, we would hang out(I was always there late) and just yak about everything.I miss her now, and will continue to miss her....Please remember her as the warm person she was, and take comfort in the fact that your Mom was so important to so many of us.

December 12, 2011

Barbara Sims

Your Mom was a delight, very matter of fact, funny and very good at her work. I am so sorry for you loss. Barbara Sims

December 12, 2011

Laurie & Chip Summers

Kil loved to laugh and tell me about her two daughters - she loved you very much. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

December 10, 2011

Debbie Bailey

Christine and jennifer,
Rich and I are so saddened by the loss of your mother. She was such a thoughtful, caring person who was always full of life. Stephanie and Jackie loved her and always enjoyed the time they spent at your house while they were growing up. May the memories you hold so dear of her help to get you through this difficult time. We will truly miss her.

December 10, 2011

Lisa Breighner

My prayers go out to you during this terrible time. Kil was a beautiful person, inside and out. She was kind and ever so generous. May you find peace and comfort in your memories.

December 10, 2011

Jessica Gard

Kil will be missed so much by so many people. My sister and her family has gone to her for years. I don't live out in Virginia, but when I was in town I would go to her salon and get something done. Kil was always so nice and would do anything for anyone! This is a very sad time for everyone who knew her. Thoughts and prayers for her family.....so so so sorry for your lost:-(

December 10, 2011

Wayne Alberts

All of us who knew Kil can recall the friendly and warm greeting when entering her shop. Her personality could only be described as effervescent. Her devotion to her profession was exceeded only by her love of her family. My deepest sympathies to all of us who knew her, but first and foremost to her family.

December 9, 2011

"Kil was a lovely and spirited woman and a fantastic mother and mother in law to our son. She will always have a very special place in our hearts"

Roy and Margit, London UK

December 8, 2011

Carla Allen

It is unbelievably difficult to understand why such a sweet, kind, wonderful woman as Kil was taken away so abruptly. My heart is aching for Christine and Jennifer, and for everyone whose lives she touched. She will be forever in my heart. I miss you, Kil.

December 8, 2011

P. Ketterman Petrowski

Kil was my hairdresser for years, but more than that she was a dear friend, wonderful mother and a lovely, lovely person. She will be greatly missed by all. My thoughts & prayers are with her family. God's love will make things bearable.

December 8, 2011

Andrea

This is an unbelievable tragedy and loss. I only recently met Ms. Kim, but my daughter (who is 2) loved getting her hair cut by her. Ms. Kim was very sweet person and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

December 8, 2011

Denise

Your mother touched the lives of many with her kindnes and generosity. I was a client and friend of hers. She took a deep interest in everyone she met and was always ready with a smile to make each of us feel special and beautiful. We will all miss her greatly.

December 7, 2011

Margaret McNerney

Kil was my hairdresser and friend for almost 13 years. She lifted my spirits every time I visited her. She was so proud of Jennifer and Chris. Poor Yunia and Kang; what will they do without her? When I moved to Maryland, I still drove back once a month for a visit. I will miss her. I will have to find someone else to do my hair, but she can never be replaced in my heart.

December 7, 2011

D. Cavanaugh

May the love of friends and family carry you through this grief.

December 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Kil was a wonderful woman and she will be greatly missed.

December 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Kil will be greatly missed.

December 7, 2011

Andrea

Your mom was a great person. I was one of her clients and she was more like a friend. She always talked about her daughters and was very proud. Many times I would come into the shop and she always gave me some Korean dish to try because she liked that I would try anything. I will miss her a lot and know that my prayers are with you during this time.

December 7, 2011

A horrible tragedy. My prayers are with the family. May God be with all of you during this difficult time.

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