Kimberly Ann Wayland
September 6, 1957 ~ November 22, 2014
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Paul Goodwin officiating. Interment will be private.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 6, 2014 from 10:00AM – 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Kimberly “Kim”, Ann Wayland, 57, of Leonardtown, MD passed away on November 22nd. Kim was a graduate of West Virginia University, where she received both B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering. For the last thirty years, she has worked for the Navy on projects involving communication and radar systems. Her Nay career began in 1983 at the Naval Air Development Center in Warminster, PA. In 1996, Kim moved to southern Maryland and began working at the Patuxent River Navy Base. At her death, Kim was the Antenna Systems Chief Engineer of the Radar and Antenna Systems Division at Patuxent River. Kim is survived by her husband, Richard, her two sons Robert and Mike, all of Leonardtown, MD, Father Carlyn Freeland and brother Chris Freeland both of Chattanooga, TN.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 6, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Paul Goodwin officiating. Interment will be private.
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“We only knew Kim briefly, but it was easy to see how much she loved her family and life. We know you will miss her greatly! Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days. Tank and Margo”
“I will never forget Kim as even though our lives got busy with our work lives and families I loved her so much and will never forget all the wonderful times. My condolences for all family members. Michele “
“Kim and the 4.5.5 antenna family were my first and best mentor(s). The knowledge she possessed and passed on were not only work related, but in life as well. She will be forever remembered in my actions and outlook on life. A fellow mountaineer bids Kim farewell and great thanks for all the knowledge, kindness, and understanding she gave to this world. “
“For you Kim, I will forever admire your technical savvy, strength of character and professionalism in your work. The work ethic and good-natured character you shared will continue to be an inspiration to me and so many others you have touched. You have been a Godsend to me, your co-workers, the U.S. Navy, and a grateful Nation to which you gave many productive years of service. I don’t know why our Heavenly Father called you home, but I am certain that He will enjoy your company there in Heaven. You will live on forever in my most cherished memories. For Kim’s family, friends and loved ones, I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time. I will ask God to provide comfort, strength, and a peaceful heart as you cope with your loss. May God bless us all.”
“Rick, Chris, Carl and family. This comes with deep sadness to hear a dear childhood friend and once neighbor had passed away way to soon. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Cyndie”
“You do not know me, but I have known Kim since she was born. We were neighbors. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your boys in this difficult time. Vernon Emilia Young”
“I will definitely miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with the family “
“It was always a pleasure working with Kim.”
“Rick and Family, Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Kim and I were college roommates at WVU. We had some wonderful times. My prayers go out to her family.”
“Kim has been a valued friend since our time as classmates in the WVU EE program. She will be sorely missed. “
“Rick, Robby and Mike, Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your wife and mom. Even though we only knew Kim for a short time, she was always gracious and kind. Our family will keep you in our prayers. Just know she is always with you.”
“Kim will be genuinely missed. She was a supervisor, technical expert, co-worker, and most of all a friend. My deepest sympathies go out to her husband and family. Sincerely, Carl Myers “
“My deepest sympathy to the family. Kim was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed by those who had the privilege to work with her.”
“The Lord is close to those whose hearts are breaking. Psalms 34:18a. My prayers are with her loved ones…..she was a pleasure to know….her laugh made me laugh….I will miss her.”
“Kim was a great co-worker and friend. Her contributions to the Navy were extensive, and her continuing friendship will be missed. Greatest condolences to her family. “
“Kim was coworker and friend that I’ve known for nearly 20 years. Working on Navy and Air Force projects, she always put service before self. Kim will be dearly missed. My prayers for comfort are with the family.”
“Rick and Family, I worked with Kim over the past 14 years as her Air Force counterpart and will miss her terribly. She had a giving heart, a hearty laugh, and steadfast love for family and friends. We were truly blessed to have known Kim—she was one of the good ones… “
“Rick, We are sorry to hear of Kim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mike, and Rob during this tough time.”
“Dear Family, I was so fortunate to have known Kim and to have worked with her these many years in Avionics. I hope that love brings you peace and that memories and prayers bring you comfort during these sad days.”
“Kim was a true professional and I always enjoyed working with her. She will be missed.”
“Kim was a great person and a friend who’s support will be missed. God bless her family at this time.”
“I had Kim as a student while I was at WVU and worked very closely with her afterwards during her time at NAVAIR. I have nothing but best memories of Kim, and she will be missed greatly. My sympathy to Rick and the boys. May her memory be eternal. “
“To the family, Kim was kind and helpful. May God grant you the courage to live as she would want you to live everyday.”
“Words cannot express the type of women Kim was. She became a dear friend that I looked forward to talking to everyday over the past several years. To talk about the TV shows we watched and to hear us laugh at how we talked like they were real. To be able to escape into a world of imagination for a brief moment before being disturbed by reality of work. Her sound of laughter will always stay with me. Along with being beautiful and smart, Kim was kind and helpful to others who were willing to absorb her knowledge. She took me in to her world and tried to teach me a little of her passion. She was patient, understanding, and inspired me. I am grateful for all that Kim did for me and it was an honor to have been friends with her. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Rick and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Sorry for your loss.”
“Rick, Rob, and Mike: I’m sorry to hear of your loss, and hope that this time of sadness will have the effect of bringing your family closer together. May you all emerge stronger in honor of Kim’s memory. Drew”
“Rick, Rob and Mike, I am deeply saddened over your loss. I have lost a beloved first cousin, and a shining star in the family. She was much loved and will be missed by all. Kim will live forever in our memories. “
“I had the pleasure of working with Kim these past 13 years, and our professional interests mostly ran together. She was one of the few that understood everything I said. She is already sorely missed. Requiem in aeternam.”
“We are from the UK and have had the privilege of knowing Kim as a representative of our customer for the past 15 years. Although we generally met only a few times a year, we regarded her as a valued colleague and friend above all else. It was Kim’s friendly outlook and professional approach to life and work that will be greatly missed by us and our colleagues. We were shocked by the news of her passing and offer our sincere condolences to her family and co-workers.”
“Our deepest sympathies to Kim’s family. Kim will be missed in so many ways by so many but by none as much as you. Kim was a well-respected and valued colleague who will be deeply missed. I remember coming back to work as an antenna engineer nine years ago after not being able to work for over seven years. I was uncertain if I would be able to return to work in my field after such a long absence. Kim had all the confidence that I would be able to, the very confidence that I lacked. She was right. I will always remember and appreciate that simple act. Rest in Peace to a fellow West Virginian and know that you have left a void here that will be impossible for anyone else to fill. “
“Rick, Rob, Mike, Although I only met Kim/Mom a few times I could tell she was a wonderful wife and mother. Everyone who knows Kim have only kind words. My thoughts are with you.”
“Kim was a fabulous person, great engineer, and always a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this most difficult time.”
“Kim has been a friend and a co-worker for more than 25 years. She will truly be missed. Our deepest sympathies to Rick, Rob, Mike and family.”
“We are sorry to hear about this loss of another family member. We send our deepest concerns to Rick, Rob and Mike at this sad time. “
“Kim was a wonderful person and a joy to be around. It was a privilege to work with such a competent and knowledgeable person for over 15 years. She will be missed both professionally and personally. My sincerest condolences to her entire family.”
“Condolences to her family. Will miss her at work. She was a very respected colleague. “
“Kim and I are first cousins. We are the same age and grew up together, spending weekends at each others house after church. I am still in shock I can’t believe she is gone and I will not see her again. I will though always remember our fun times growing up. I pray for comfort for her husband and sons, Chris and her dad. I can only imagine how hard this must be for them. I am so sorry I can’t be there, but my thoughts will be with you all on this very sad day. “
“Mildred Ann or Mickey was my second cousin. We played together in our early years. However, I only met Kim and her husband a few years ago at our family reunion. She was delightful! My condolences to Carl and family. Phoebe”
“My deepest sympathy during your time of loss and my prayers are with you Rick, Rob and Mike.”
“She was my first friend, best friend for the first 20 years…1st friend-fastest’ friend. She made my life wonderful She changed my life-made it wonderful…her home was my favorite oft visited escape ! she made a difference in my life…sweet, real, kind,genuine,real-a dream friend ! She impacted everyone she met,they recognized it then or right after…This is a person I want to Know and Have in my Life-always! So glad we talked in Sept., I love her, cherish her, will miss her dearly. so sorry for Rick,Mike and Rob,she thought THE world of her ‘guys’…thoughts,love,her Spirit be with you Always. Elaine C.”
” Was saddened to hear of your loss. Rick and boys May the Lord Bless you at this time and give you strength. I haven’t seen much of Kim these past few years but we did have some great years as friends over National Little league. Kim was a wonderful friend and co worker and I know she will be missed.”
“My thoughts, heart and prayers are with her and her family. Kim was a beautiful person and will be missed.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Kim over the past 12 years. We will all miss her ability to always to always make work seem fun. She was a very respected colleague by all who she touched. Condolences to her family.”