. Kim Tepe (nee McClarnon)

January 20th 2024, suddenly at home.

Beloved daughter of Daniel and the late Lily, much loved mother of Paul, Jemma, Yasemin, Ayşe and Adem, loving sister of Sharon, dearly loved partner of Ray and grandmother of Harry, Noah, Theo, Beau, Elijah and Elliott.

A Service will be held in Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Home 141 Mill Road, Ballyclare, BT39 9DZ on Friday 26th January at 12.00 noon, followed by interment in Carnmoney Main Cemetery.

The service can be viewed live on flemingandcuthbert.co.uk

Flowers welcome or donations in lieu, if desired, to Autism NI online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone 028 93344242.

No farewells were spoken, no time to say goodbye, you were gone before we knew, and only God knows why.

Messages of condolence

Kim was an incredible person. Her enthusiasm for life, sense of humor and positive attitude was a blessing to us all. She will forever be remembered and her presence is deeply missed by colleagues and friends at Belfast Royal Academy.

Belfast Royal Academy

A colleague and dear Friend, Kim. Memories I will now hold dearly. A workspace now a little dim, as your spark shines amongst the stars. Missed beyond measure.

Mrs Georgia Thompson

Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences, to Kim's loving family and many many friends. Kim's unwavering friendship and sincere sense of fairness and commitment to stand up for those who needed help or support, will not easily be equaled. The sorrow and huge loss is felt here, many miles away in Australia. Geri, Cathi, Niamh, Aodhan.

Mr Geri Clarke

Heartfelt sympathy from the Larmours, Iris, Ian, Maureen, Julie and families.

Ms Iris George

Such heartbreaking news, I can’t believe my beautiful neighbour is gone. I will really miss her. Sending deepest sympathy to you all, with love, Angeleen

Mrs Angeleen Bannon

With our heartfelt deepest sympathy on your very sad loss.

Mr and Mrs Carmel,Roger, Shannon &Kirsty Wilson

Was shocked to hear about my old work colleague and good Fri Kim. Deepest sympathy to all her family. She was a great girl and so much fun. God bless all. Jackie (Nortel)

Mr Jackie Fenton

I’m so sorry for your loss. Kim did a lot for me through the last 4 years of school and for that I am so grateful Rachel x

Miss Rachel Campbell

My deepest sympathy to all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to have known Kim. Thinking about you all in the days and weeks ahead

Ms Debbie Wightman