Johnny Lee Kimbler
Johnny Kimbler, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Villa Haven Nursing Home in Breckenridge, Texas. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at a later date.
Johnny Lee Kimbler was born in Amarillo, Texas, on July 18, 1948, to Homer Kimbler Jr. and Marian (Foster) Kimbler. Johnny married his wife, Carolyn, on March 14, 1991.
After graduating high school, Johnny started working at Halliburton, where he did a little bit of everything up until his retirement in 2003. Johnny loved his family and friends dearly. In his free time, he enjoyed various woodworking projects as well as going to the casino with his lovely wife.
Johnny is survived by his wife of over three decades, Carolyn Kimbler of Breckenridge; son, Guner Kimbler and wife Sammi of Camdenton, Missouri; daughter, Haley Kimbler of Branson, Missouri; along with his four grandchildren, Addison, Zoyie, Brice, and Zeaka.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful and caring staff at Villa Haven for the love and compassion they showed to Johnny.
Memorial donations in Johnny’s name can be made to an organization or charity of the donor’s choice and can be left at Melton-Kitchens Funeral Home. Messages of condolence can be left online at meltonkitchens.com.
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