Kimberly Anne Lease
December 17, 1963—January 19, 2026
Kimberly Anne Lease, age 62, of North Wales, Pa., passed away on January 19, 2026.
She was born December 17, 1963, to parents, Leon H. and Nancy A. Lease.
Kimberly could be described as a highly energetic, enthusiastic, positive, strong-willed, solutions-oriented individual. A definite organized planner, focused on tasks and solutions. Add to that great communications skills, attention to detail & absolute dedication to her daily tasks. In addition to dressing for success she had a deep appreciation for the arts, travel, sports, current events, etc. … Please note that the person was much more than the description.
She had one brother, Michael, who was 16 years older than she.
Michael’s Story
My Sister Kim and I were born 16 years apart. My girlfriend and I (in 1964) used to enjoy wheeling baby Kimberly around our small town in a lovely pram carriage. Neighbors and friends would come out to see her and talk about summer and other small-town things. Every now and then we would notice movement of a curtain or blind as we rolled past some houses / curious neighbors. There were those ill-informed small-town gossips wondering if Mother was raising a daughter or grandchild? Oh those proverbial “Peyton Place” small towns.
Education
Kim attended Hershey School and Palmyra High School and graduated from Elizabethtown College with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications.
Career
Kim’s professional work career included Communications Consultant for Red Rose Systems, Inc Harrisburg, PA; Sales Manager supervising ten departments at Macy’s, North Wales, PA; Senior Acct. Manager for Global Knowledge Network, Inc., King of Prussia, PA; Senior Acct. Manager for Netian Technology Training Center, New York, NY; Sales Support for Sage Group / APT College, Brentwood, TN. She was most recently employed as Customer & Sales Service Coordinator for Fres-co Systems USA, Inc. Telford, PA.
Additionally, prior to the onset of Covid, Kim worked weekends for many years as a part-time Professional Bar Tender, most recently at Parc Bistro (Skippack). We always told her that she was the perfect choice for the job. “As an employer … always choose a strict vegan for that job cause you never have to worry about them sneaking a drink.” Her radiant personality, gift of gab and super sports knowledge earned her a good number of repeat customers & acquaintances.
Non-Work Life
Kim’s non-work life was multifaceted. She was quite a competitive tennis player in her early 20s. Her enthusiasm for maintaining her physical fitness segued into her becoming a long-distance runner (including marathons). She was serious about the benefits of physical fitness and shared her enthusiasm with others when she became an aerobics instructor. Besides her personal physical fitness journey, she enjoyed following most professional sports –a very serious Phillies and Eagles fan.
Family
Kim is survived by her brother, Michael E. Lease of Lancaster; Sister-In-Law, Sandra W. Lease of Lancaster, and Nephew, Jeremy E. Lease of Mountville.
Visitation and Service
Relatives and friends are invited to a calling hour on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 11 AM to 11:50 AM, at Simcox-McIlvaine Funeral Home, 532 E. Main St., Lansdale, PA 19446, which will be followed by a Service at 12:00 Noon.
Interment will be private.
Memorials
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Kimberly Lease’s name can be made to St. Luke’s Hospice (formerly Grand View Hospital Hospice Care). If mailing a contribution please make checks out to St. Luke’s Hospice and note on the memo line “For Hospice in Memory of Kimberly Lease” and mail to St. Luke’s Hospice, 700 Lawn Ave, Sellersville, PA 18960.
If contributing online, please choose the TRIBUTE option and designate the memorial gift to Kimberly Lease to be applied to HOSPICE (in the drop down menu). Please be sure to provide the donor information in full, so the family can acknowledge your gift.
Michael and Sandy I am so very saddened by Kim’s passing. She
will be missed by many who knew her. She’s been my neighbor for years. Like her Mom
she was a very sweet, kind, loyal to her friends and family. She was also very serious about her job. We walked at Peace Valley, cycled to Doylestown together.
and hiked a little recently as well.
She and Nancy came up with
recipes which I liked and remember while making them. They were
so much fun together. now they will be together once again.
In sorrow
Gerrie
Kim has been a part of my life since 1983 after her Mom and I became close friends at Contel. I never saw a mom and daughter any closer than Nancy and Kim. They always said they were the “Gilmore Girls”! I will miss talking to Kim but am so thankful she is reunited with her Mom and Gram. I will always be thankful she was a special part of our lives. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with Mike and his wife Sandy.
Remembering Kim’s warm smile, her commitment to physical fitness, and her devotion and love for family! May she rest in peace! Hugs to Mike and Sandy from cousin Terry
I worked with Kim’s mom, Nancy, so I have known Kim since she was around 10. She was always so polite, fun, and well-spoken even at a young age. A mother could not have asked for a more devoted daughter than Kim, they were so close. Kim was kind enough to text me on December 26th remembering my birthday. We made plans to get together with friends this Spring, I’m sad that did not happen. I know Kim is exactly where she wants to be, next to her Mom!
Michael and family, I was surprised and saddened to hear about Kim. You have my deepest sympathy. I was a childhood friend of Kim’s when she and your mom lived on Maple Street in Palmyra. A couple of memories: she absolutely doted on her dog Misha, and when she moved to Palmyra from Lancaster in 6th grade, it was hard for her – she missed her Lancaster friends, especially a friend named Heather. She fit right in though, and was soon happy to be in our school and our town. She planned a big Halloween party the year she moved here, and it was a hit. But it was her sparkling personality and sweet nature, not the party, that won people over. Please take care.