Obituary of Kimberly Renette Belk: Honoring a Life of Family Devotion, Love, and Strength (1979–2019)

 Obituary of Kimberly Renette Belk: Honoring a Life of Family Devotion, Love, and Strength (1979–2019)

Honoring a Life of Family Devotion, Love, and Strength (1979–2019) –At the age of 40, Kimberly Renette Belk passed away on September 22, 2019, leaving the town of Starkville, Mississippi in sadness. The cherished daughter of Joe Belk and the late Cora Bean, Kimberly was born in Ackerman, Mississippi, on August 22, 1979. For her family, friends, and everyone who had the good fortune to know her, her death leaves a profound hole.

Rev. Joseph Stone Jr. will officiate a ceremony of commemoration for Kimberly on Saturday at Second Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. After the service, her family and loved ones will assemble at Rest Haven Cemetery to pay their respects to her memory before she is laid to rest. The arrangements have been entrusted to Century Hairston Funeral Home, where a visitation has been planned for Friday from 1 to 5:30 p.m.

Kimberly's life exemplified fortitude, empathy, and an undying devotion to her family. She was well-known for her generosity and commitment to those around her, and her warmth and fortitude changed many people's lives. She remained a beacon of love and optimism in the face of adversity, and many who knew her recall her as someone who could offer consolation and support to others.

Her adopted mother, Emma Belk, who was particularly important in her life, her two loyal children, Decoreaun Harris and N'Kia Belk, as well as her loving father, Joe Belk, survive her. In addition, Kimberly leaves behind a sizable, close-knit extended family, which includes her sisters Wanda Bean, Diane Reed, Britney Woods, Kierra Belk, and Jasmine Belk, as well as her brothers Calvin Dailey, Aundrell Bean, Joe Bean, LaMarcus Belk, Darrell Belk, and Derrick Belk.

Each of them will always remember Kimberly as someone who prioritized her family and holds special memories of her. At the center of her life was her unwavering dedication to her children, in particular, and her relentless efforts to provide them with love and care.

Kimberly will be sorely missed by her friends and community. She was regarded as a devoted family member as well as a helpful friend who provided happiness and courage when things became tough. The principles she lived by—faith, love, and perseverance—will serve as an inspiration to everyone who knew her.

Despite the sadness caused by her departure, Kimberly Renette Belk's life will be remembered as one of strength, devotion, and deep love. Her children, her family, and the numerous individuals she impacted during her journey will all carry her memory with them forever.

Her loved ones will enjoy the lessons she left behind as they come together to honor her life: to value family, live kindly, and stay