Karla Kingman
November 18, 1960 ~ March 24, 2013
Karla Kingman, 52, of Aberdeen and formerly of Eagle Butte, passed away, Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Avera St. Luke’s Hospital.
Funeral services were held at 12:00 p.m., MDT, Friday, April 5, 2013 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, Eagle Butte with Mother Margaret Watson officiating. An all night wake was held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2013 at the church. A procession formed at 4:00 p.m., at the 4 miles junction, east of town.
Karla Sue Kingman was born November 18, 1960 to Andria Robideau and John Lind at IHS Hospital in Eagle Butte, South Dakota.
She attended school at Eagle Butte from headstart to graduation in May 1978. She worked various jobs in Eagle Butte until starting Nursing School at Presentation College Satellite Branch in Eagle Butte. She dropped out of school to care for her son Randy Shaving after the death of his father from a car accident. Karla was a single parent raising her children Randy, Samantha and Mariah. Moving to Aberdeen, South Dakota in January 1996, she started her employment at Midcom that same year and worked there until the birth of her first precious grandson Jaeden Shaving in 1999. She then started working at Wyndham Worldwide where she was a valued employee who continuously excelled in her position until her illness required her early retirement.
In Karla's personal life she had many loves. Her children Randy, Sam and Mariah; and her grandchildren being number one. She spent all summer, wearing the dresses and hats that she was well known for and rummaging with her partner in crime Denise Zahn. She enjoyed puzzles and sharing movies and treats with her grandchildren during the cold months. She loved to hang out in her room with her family and friends sharing stories and good times for which we will all remember and cherish her by. March Madness College Basketball always entertained her, always rooting for Randy's favorite team. Karla was a natural "green thumb" and could bring a plant back like no one else could.
She enjoyed her mother's cooking, things always tasted better when she made them. Her daughters Sam and Mariah always provided her with a warm hug and a good laugh. Karla was a good friend, always willing to help others in need and surrounded herself with a great group of girlfriends who brought her lots of joy. Ruth Miller was especially important to the family and Karla was always grateful for her role in their lives.
Karla was an extremely dedicated mother. She gave her heart to Jesus which gave her comfort during her long and very courageous battle with cancer.
She will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Karla’s life will be remembered by her mother, Andria Robideau of Swiftbird; her children: Randy (Emily) Shaving and their children Jaeden, Isaiah, Ryder, and Poppy (Miss Sis), Samantha LeBeau and Mariah LeBeau all of Aberdeen; sisters: Lisa Skye, Dallas Skye, and Ami Robideau and many close cousins and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Andrew and Minnie Kingman; paternal grandparents, Lars and Irene Lind of Whitehorse and Lawrence Shaving Sr. of LaPlant; her father, John Lind of Eagle Butte; little brother, Robert Robideau Jr. of Swiftbird; love of her life, Lawrence Shaving Jr. of LaPlant and many special uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Luce Funeral Chapel of Eagle Butte has been entrusted with Karla’s arrangements.
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I first got to know Karla when she was first diagnosed abt. 2 1/2 yrs ago. She was always so friendly and smiley. We hit it off right away and had many good visits through the months. It’s been hard to see her health fail but she’s mostdef been a true Warrior every step of the way! She loved life and lived large! Prayers, love and good energy to Karla and her fam.
I love you Karla, you will be dearly missed!
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family from mine. There are too many words to express how much you will be missed and how much you were a part of my world. You rode off on your beautiful horse and someday we will meet again. The memory of our friendship will be kept close to my heart forever. I will always cherish the memories of our “Sale-ing” outings. All the family are in my prayers and thoughts. Love and will miss you much.
My sincere sympathy to Karla’s friends and family. Although I had very few conversations with her, I felt I knew her kind spirit through the stories of her dear friend, Denise Zahn. My heart aches for you. My prayers go out to all of you and I wish you peace through the difficult times ahead.
I worked with Karla at Wyndham. She was always smiling, friendly and had a beautiful voice. I am praying for you all, as I know you loved her so very much. God will be with you during the difficult days ahead.
1 Peter 5:7
Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares for you. (NLT)
You will be missed.
I’m sorry to learn of Karla’s passing. I didn’t know her well but looked forward to her always smiling face at Wyndham. Her beautiful smile could make any day better. She touched many lives and we will be missed.
Prayers to Karla’s family. So sad to hear of her passing. She was a childhood neighbor and friend.
Sending my deepest sympathies. May God comfort you during this time.
Karla has been greatly missed at Wyndham. Over the years, I have enjoyed working with Karla and was amazed how throughout her illness she continued to only think of others. She had a great sense of humor and a wonderful laugh. Rest in peace, Karla!
Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Karla was a classmate of mine in Eagle Butte.