Kim M. Wendt

Kim Marie Wendt (nee Barber), age 70, of Bradley, lost her continuous battle from complications of muscular dystrophy on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Riverside Medical Center. She was born July 21, 1955 in Kankakee, the daughter of Robert and Hilda (Sisney) Barber. Kim grew up in Limestone and was a 1973 graduate of Herscher High School. She worked as a bartender and manager at Station House Pub throughout the 1980’s but really found her passion as a travel agent at Thompson Travel until her retirement. Her profession allowed her to spoil her family and friends with unforgettable travel experiences like cruises, resort stays, and yearly trips to Disney World. She gave her family a lifetime of unforgettable memories. Kim was a wonderful mother to her daughters, Kelli and Angie, her girls were her world, always in the stands cheering on Angie in her sports and garage sales & watching soap operas with Kelli. Her absolute pride and joy came from being Grandma, MeMe, and Nana to her 3 devoted grandchildren, Austin, Alex, and Riley. She loved them more than anything on Earth. Kim loved her animals, always opening her heart and house to every dog or cat who needed a loving home. Most recently to Poppy Cat, her favorite afternoon nap partner. The loss of Kim will forever be felt by all who loved her. She is survived by her daughter and granddaughter, Angie and Riley Pridemore of Herscher; grandsons, Austin Timmerman and Alex Little of Bradley; brothers, Travis and Robert Barber; sister, Susan; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Kim was preceded in death by her daughter, Kelli Little; parents, Robert and Hilda Barber; and sister, Linda Jones. Cremation Rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, July 19, 2026, from 2pm to 5pm at Oliver’s Bar & Grill, Rt. 50 in Bradley, the family will be hosting a buffet-style lunch and ask you to come as you are to celebrate Kim’s life.