Dirk Kimberly, 69, Olathe, KS formerly of Garden City, KS passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026.
Dirk was born December 8, 1956, in Garden City, KS, to Manford and Irene Kimberly. He married Debra Childers on March 4, 1978. Dirk lived in Garden City most of his life where he worked in computer sales and service. He ran Business Computer Center and later, Data Computer Center for many years.
Dirk moved to Lenexa, KS in 2011 to be near his grandchildren and family. He enjoyed spending time with family and could always be found on his back patio enjoying nice days or cooking a meal on the grill. Dirk loved the outdoors and took a special pride in keeping a pristine yard. He enjoyed spending time at the lake with family and friends. Dirk also loved sports, specifically Kansas Basketball, the Chiefs, the Royals and Nascar. Dirk always had a sporting event on the TV.
Dirk is survived by his children, Krystin and Marc Buxman of Olathe, and Kiel and Nicki Kimberly of Edwardsville, his grandchildren Braelyn, Ty, Kolt and Hadley. He is also survived by his brother, Dean and Tammy Kimberly of Warsaw, MO, sister, Kara Stockton and Brad Forbes of Overland Park, KS, mother and father-in-law, Roger and Anita Childers of Greeley, CO, and sister-in-laws Susan and Michael Prelle of Whitesboro, TX, Barbara and Scott Sheetz of Mesa, AZ and Lori and Larry Steinbecker of Greeley, CO and 6 nieces and 4 nephews. Dirk is preceded in death by his wife Deb and parents, Manford and Irene Kimberly.
No public services are planned at this time.
In honor of Dirk’s legacy, and to recognize the outstanding care that he received, please direct any memorial contributions to the Evergreen Community of Johnson County at 18109 W 112th St, Olathe, KS 66061.