Kim A. Ford

Kimberly Ann Ford (ne Balata) of Colorado Springs, age 49, was gathered to the Lord peacefully in her sleep on February 24, 2012 as the result of a massive and unforeseen stroke. Kim was the beloved wife and kindred spirit of Dr. Stephen M. Ford also of Colorado Springs. Their love affair spanned 20 years of married partnership. Kim was a loving, nurturing, totally involved mother to her three children Jacob, Tess and Katie.

She is also survived by her mother and father, Janice and Joseph Balata of Faribault, MN, her brothers Tony and Tom, Sister Jenny, aunts and uncles and she was the granddaughter of recently deceased Marie Aube who loved and mentored her in her youth.

Kim was an active hand maiden of the Lord. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Colorado Springs where she enjoyed serving in MOPS and Children’s Ministries for many years.

Kim was also an accomplished cook, Physical Therapist and homemaker. She was the class parent for each of her three children and deeply involved in their schools. She had a very giving nature and blessed many with her time and talents.

The world was a better place because the Lord allowed Kim to dwell here for a short but very fruitful time, loving and ministering to those around her. The memories of her warmth and love will reside forever in the hearts of her family and friends.

We who remain behind take comfort from our belief that we will see Kim again and that she waits for us on another shore, but a short distance away, safely enfolded in the arms of our Lord, where she has come to enjoy her eternal rewards… “Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things that God hath prepared for them that love him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9

A memorial service is planned for 2:00 p.m., Monday, March 5th, 2012, First Presbyterian Church, 219 E. Bijou St., Colorado Springs, Colorado.

The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Kim’s name to the Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association or World Vision.