LaVera Jean Kim

LaVera Jean Kim, 81, of Farmington, Missouri, passed away on Thursday, October 29, 2026. She was born on Saturday, March 3, 1945, in Huntsville, Alabama, to the late Frank and LaVera V. (Beason) Windisch.

LaVera enjoyed life's simple pleasures, especially trips to the casino, working on crafts, painting, and spending time around horses. She also loved visiting thrift stores, always enjoying the excitement of finding a hidden treasure. LaVera will be remembered for the special memories she created with those who knew and loved her.

LaVera is survived by her son, Mike (Brandi) Kim; five grandchildren, Stephanie Kim, Stacie (Ryan) Davis, Chelsea (Josh Kalawaia) Kim, Tyler (Meagan) Nelson, and Katie (Andrew Davis) Nelson; seven great-grandchildren, Skylar Harris, Bo Nelson, Baylor Nelson, Brody Nelson, Ava Davis, Jackson Davis, and Marley Kalawaia; brother, Frank (Margaret) Windisch; brother-in-law, Eddie Jackson; and daughter-in-law, Judy Kim, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will cherish her memory.

In addition to her parents, LaVera was preceded in death by her loving husband of 55 years, Gearld A. Kim; son, Doug Kim; sister, Debbie Jackson; and sister-in-law, Barbara Windisch.

LaVera will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be Monday, November 02, 2026, from 12:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM the C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home-Taylor Chapel in Farmington, Missouri. Interment will follow at the Bonne Terre Cemetery in Bonne Terre, Missouri. Visitation will be Monday, November 02, 2026, from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM the C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home-Taylor Chapel in Farmington, Missouri. Interment will follow at the Bonne Terre Cemetery. Memorials are encouraged to be made to the Alzheimer’s Research Association in LeVera's honor.

Arrangements are under the direction of C. Z. Boyer & Son Funeral Home Taylor Chapel in Farmington, Missouri .