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1925
2017
Julius Paul (Dude) Kimberlin entered into eternal rest on September 15, 2017. He was born on August 26, 1925 in Coopers Chapel, Texas. He attended Mt. Pleasant High School and received his Associate Degree from Texarkana Junior College. He was employed with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. He retired after 25 years of service from the Seagoville Federal Correctional Institution. After retirement he received his certification in heating and air conditioning repair and worked for another 20 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Kimberlin and Lota (Pool) Kimberlin; his loving wife Wanda Kimberlin; sister Edith Shiflet and brothers Harold Kimberlin, Howard Kimberlin and nephew Tommy Kimberlin.
Left with cherished memories is his daughter Judy York & husband Paul; daughter Paula Venner & husband Ray Green; daughter Kathy Prosser & husband Tony; grand children Gregg Ballard; Shawn Rucks and Brandi Rogers & husband Mike; 6 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; sister-in-law Maria Kimberlin; nephew James Kimberlin; devoted and loving caregiver and friend Lea Scott; 2 grand dogs and numerous other family loved ones and beloved friends.
Dude was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and the Dallas Mavericks. Although he was a simple man who enjoyed solitude, he was a great dad and a wonderful family man. Dude love to play dominos and spend time with his family. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a Shriner. He received his 50 year pin several years ago and he wore it proudly.
The family will receive friends at a visitation 6-8pm Monday September 18, 2017 at Roselawn Funeral Home, Seagoville, Texas. Funeral Service will be 2:00pm Tuesday September 19, 2017 at Roselawn Funeral Home, Seagoville, Texas. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Seagoville, Texas were Dude will be laid to rest beside his loving wife Wanda in the garden of Eternity.
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September 25, 2017
Debbie Allen
What a great man Dude was, and he has such a beautiful family! I love you all and know that Wanda is rejoicing to have Dude with her again. You are all so special to me!
God bless you!
September 18, 2017
Paula (Arnold) Landwermeyer
Kathy, Paula, Judy and family,
I have known, and loved your family for many, many years. Some of my fondest memories took place in the living room of Dude and Wanda's house on High School Dr. watching Dolly and Porter on the Opry, while they sang along. Your Dad lived a long and full life, shared and received an abundance of love from those around him, had the wealth of a loving family and a pride in his girls that was apparent to all. He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. Blessings and much love to all in the days to come.
September 18, 2017
Paula (Arnold) Landwermeyer
Kathy, Paula and Judy,
I have known and loved your family well for many, many years. Some of my fondest memories are those of Wanda and Dude sitting on the living room sofa, listening (and singing along) to Porter Wagoner and Dolly Parton on Grand Ole Opry. I grieve for you and with you. He lived a long and happy life and no doubt he loved and was very proud of all his girls. Many blessings to your family in this time of loss.
September 18, 2017
Carla Warren
Your family is in my prayers.
September 18, 2017
Jules & Guylynn Alexander
Paula So sorry for your loss. Your daddy loved his family and cherished your love especially in his last years. You were a good, good gift to him and you loved him well. We love you girl! Sympathies to your family.
September 17, 2017
Wanda DeGrate
I am so sorry for the loss of your father Paula, you and your family have our deepest sympathy. I pray that the Lord will strengthen you and your family during your time of sorrow.
Wanda D.
September 17, 2017
E B Brack
Didn't know your Daddy very well but through his family it sounded like he was a great man and was loved so much.
September 17, 2017
Judy, Paula and Kathy - my heartfelt sympathy to all of you and your families. Dude was an amazing man and he truly blessed my life. May God give you strength at this difficult time. All of you are in my heart and prayers. Gaylia (Womack) Kirkland, Mesquite, Texas
September 17, 2017
Tony Prosser
He had a great long life, and passed surrounded by loving family. Blessings to you all for your loss. Tony
September 16, 2017
Judy, Paula and Kathy - my most heartfelt sympathy to all of you "girls". Dude will always have a very special place in my heart - he truly blessed my life. My prayer is that God will give all of you strength in this most difficult time. God now has another Angel. I will keep all of you in my heart and prayers. Much love - Gaylia (Womack) Kirkland
September 16, 2017
Friend
Antone and Charlotte Barbosa
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 16, 2017
Pat Smith
Judy, Paula,Kathy you all are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
I will try to see you Monday evening.
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