She was a devoted member of the Kennedy Blvd. Church of Christ in Monticello, Arkansas. Formally married to Thomas Ray Burnett.
She graduated from Monticello High School in 1984 and continued her education to become a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Monticello with a Bachelor of Arts P-4 Early Childhood Education and Masters of Education.
Kim was well known for her love of teaching and helping others. Nothing gave her more satisfaction than seeing her students' little faces light up with pure joy when they had a ''lightbulb moment'' while she was teaching. She contributed 22 plus years in the education arena. She continued her career in education by later becoming a Migrant Specialist at Southeast Arkansas Coop.
She leaves to cherish her memories: her daughter Whitney Burnett-Lewis (Rayshon) of Arlington, Texas; and son Ryan Sequinn Franklin of Monticello, Arkansas; She had 6 grandchildren: Treylen Neal, Kyan Franklin Joslynn Samuels, Kali Franklin, Julian Samuels, and Kam Franklin. Four brothers: Don Franklin, Jermaine Walton (Tanika), Terrial O'Neal, Bryon O'Neal, and one sister Stephanie Briggs (Bennie). A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and wonderful memories.
Condolences(34)
Susan Cossey
Monticello, AR Sunday, April 3, 2022 Mrs. Kim was a very sweet lady and will be missed. Praying for her family.Sherrie Carroll
Warren, AR Monday, March 28, 2022 Our prayers are with the family. I truly enjoyed working with Kim at Eastside. I was blessed by her wisdom, intelligence, and love for Christ. My son was also blessed to experience her expertise in math. He grew so much that year! Her words, "I treated him like he was mine." Great teacher and friend!! She will be missed.Jacqueline Jones
Monticello, AR Monday, March 28, 2022 This is so hard!!!! Still in disbelief. Numb!!Rosalyn Brooks
Little Rock, AR Saturday, March 26, 2022 You will be missed Kim. Rest on cuzzinClassie Jones Grern
Pine Bluff, AR Saturday, March 26, 2022 Our Sympathy,Love and Prayers To the Family. Kim was so sweet!!! God Comfort & Strengthen You all Now and in days Yo Come .🙏❤️🙏 Classie & Rev GreenGaynell Jamison
Monticello, AR Saturday, March 26, 2022 Many years ago, I had the honor and pleasure of training Kim as a Reading Recovery Teacher. She was a joy to work with. The passion that she had for children came shining through. I will always remember that beautiful smile, the laughter and the memories of working with her. She will be missed. Rest well Kim. God has plucked a beautiful flower for His garden.Karen Lynn Johnson
Lancaster, TX Saturday, March 26, 2022 My sincere condolences to the family. Kim was a beautiful woman such a sweet spirit.Howard Collier
Seattle, WA Saturday, March 26, 2022 Kim, special condolences to you and your family. I’m so happy that we got the opportunity to chat after all these years. We never know what is ahead for us. Each day is a blessing. Rest In Peace my beautiful cousin.Cousin Linda
Greenville, SC Saturday, March 26, 2022 The world has lost a precious GEM. Cousin Kim was always a bright light like her mom. Cousin, we didn’t get to finish our family tree or plan that Family Reunion that we talked & texted about. You are definitely gone too soon! Our hearts are heavy and our eyes are filled with tears but we will focus on our memories and hold onto them throughout the years. We LOVE and MISS YOU Kim! May You Rest In PEACE.William Moore
BRONX, NY Saturday, March 26, 2022 I pray the love of God enfolds you during your difficult times and He helps you heal with the passage of time. Please accept my condolences for the entire family.Cousin Linda
Greenville, SC Friday, March 25, 2022 The world has lost a precious GEM. Kim was always a bright and happy light like her mom. Cousin, we didn’t get to finish that family tree or plan our family reunion that we often talked and texted about. I’m sad that you are now “Gone Too Soon” Though our eyes are filled with tears we will focus on our memories and hold them throughout the years. We Love You Cousin Kim and will MISS YOU! Praying for strength for your family during this time and always. May you Rest In Peace!Faye Harris
Davis, CA Friday, March 25, 2022 Kathy and family I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you strength!Chandala Walker-Moore
Pine Bluff, AR Friday, March 25, 2022 My condolences to the family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.ASHLEY WALTON
PINE BLUFF, AR Friday, March 25, 2022 Rest in heavenly peace cousin. You will truly be missed.Mae E Collier
CHARLESTON, SC Friday, March 25, 2022 My Sincerest Condolences for the family at this time. To my Cousin Kim- Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts-To her family Wishing you Peace, Comfort, Courage, and lots of Love at this time of Sorrow. Remembering her Wonderful and Gentle Soul will Remain in our Hearts. May She Rest in Peace.Sheryl Leonard
Lancaster, TX Friday, March 25, 2022 Condolences and prayers to the family.Sonya Brooks
Little Rock, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 May God comfort the family you doing your time of grief.Brenda Edington
Conway, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 My condolences and Prayers to community friend that had a smile that cheers up any room and the sweet heart I know. I will surely miss you sitting on the porch with Mrs.Kathy but God knows best so fly high and rest. The Larkin Street gang.Brenda Binns
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 TO GOD BE THE GLORY FOR THE GREAT LIFE SHE LIVED. Remember Earth has NO Sorrow that HEAVEN can't heal. Praying for the family comfort and strength. The Binns and Ollison's family.Dorothy & Raymond Jordan
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 My God give you comfort and strength. Yall are in our prayers.Marchell Leonard
Selma, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. 🙏Love, Birdie Leonard and Family
Tonya Fulgham
ARLINGTON, TX Thursday, March 24, 2022 My sincere condolences and prayers to Whitney and her family. May her soul rest in peace and light forever. Wishing you peace and comfort.Adrienne Sadovsky
Warren, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 I am so sorry for this loss. She was always so nice and had a smile for everybody. My condolences.Stephon Leonard
Little Rock, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 Condolences and prayer to the Family.June Brixie
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 Dear family I am so sorry for your loss. Kim was a very special person. God gave her the gift of genuine concern for others and she truly made a difference in the lives of many people. Praying for each of you.June Brixie
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 24, 2022 Dear family I am so sorry for your loss. Kim was a very special person. God gave her the gift of genuine concern for others and she truly made a difference in the lives of many people. Praying for each of you.Sheila Gardner
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Kim was such a sweet spirit. Her smile could light up a room. I am blessed to have called her my friends. Prayers for peace and comfort for the family.Jackie Block Robinson
Atkins, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2022 My condolences to Walton Family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Kim.Iva J Webb
Kansas City, KS Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Prayers for the entire family!Barbara Tolefree
Warren, AR Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Sweet Kim and I have so many memories. Her smile will never be forgotten. God bless her children and grands that she loved so very much. If you knew Kim you have heard about her family. My condolences and prayers for strength during this time and know that prayers will still be said in the months to come.Debra Prince
, Tuesday, March 22, 2022 Kim was such a sweet person!! She definitely will be missed 💔. Just know that I’m thinking about you at this difficult time I’m your life.My deepest sympathy,
Debra prince
Damaris Tomlison - Migrant Education Program
Lavaca, AR Tuesday, March 22, 2022 It was a joy work with Kim. My thought and prayers are with your family. May our Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of pain.Barbara Benton
Monticello, AR Monday, March 21, 2022 You have my condolences 🙏. Kim and I shared some wonderful memories as teachers and friends. It was a pleasure knowing her. I will never forget that laugh!!Melanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Monday, March 21, 2022 Prayers to the Walton family, O’Neal family and everyone connected to Kim. May God grands you comfort in your hours of bereavement