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A celebration of life will be held at Anthony's Executive Forum (3rd floor of Dempsey Hall) at the University of Washington from 2:00PM - 5:00PM on Saturday, January 6th.
4277 E Stevens Way NE, Seattle, WA 98195.
Anthony's Forum is located on the 3rd floor of Dempsey Hall (Rm 302) which connects to PACCAR Hall on floors two & three. If parking in N-5 lot, cross the street & enter PACCAR Hall on the 3rd floors. There will be signage to Anthony's Forum. If parking in Central Garage or Padelford, enter Dempsey or PACCAR from the 2nd floor, go up to 3rd floor and follow signage.
Please share pictures and memories of Kinsey. Filling this page with those moments will bring a smile to her family & all that loved her.
In lieu of flowers, our family is requesting donations be made in Kinsey's honor to The Sierra Club. Kinsey's last trip was with her family to raft through the Grand Canyon - it holds such special & happy memories and she was always most at peace surrounded by the beauty of nature. Your donation will help to defend our most precious resources and wild places.
Memory wall
88 tributes have been left in memory of Kinsey Grimstad.
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Kinsey was part of a fundraising campaign (Slap Cancer) in 2012 that raised $207,000 for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. She was part of creating The Mr. Marina Competition and organized a Date Auction that was flawless - her heart, compassion, and interest in philanthropy was so inspiring.
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A few years back around this time of year, I was lucky enough to be your work party Christmas date. Memories I won't forget with my Kins. XO
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Drill team!
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Such a great smile!
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Words cannot describe the pain. Kinsey you are a beautiful angel - you are loved beyond words. Ms. Dickens
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Grimdeen girls rolling lefse!
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Kinsey was a bright and beautiful person that lit up the room and brought sincere caring and understanding wherever she went. Her outgoing nature was evident from the first time we met, and you could tell that she would always put others first. We will all miss her big smile and laughter.
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Kinsey was truly one of the kindest souls I have ever known. I feel lucky to have called her my friend <3
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Kinsey was a brief, bright presence in my life. She once told me her favorite song was Michael Jackson's "Man In The Mirror". It seems so Kinsey to remind us that we all have the potential to be a better version of ourselves. So thanks to you Kinsey for the reminder!
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Because you loved acoustic songs and I never played enough of them for you while you were here.
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Kinsey always photographed and documented fun memories we shared as Pi Phis at UW. She was the light in every room and always so fun to be around. She’ll be greatly misssed by so many.
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Drill team!
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Drill team!
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Kinsey gave me so many of my best memories. She was such a light in my life. I will love her with all my heart forever.
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Kinsey enjoying Lefsa and a beer, December 2006.
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Dinner with team members in the Haight, San Francisco, fall 2016.
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Halloween 2009
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National Charity League
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This is from the first night I met Kinsey in North Beach. During that time period, our group of friends had so much fun exploring the city together, attending ridiculous theme parties, and going on weekend excursions. Kinsey was always such a fun ball of energy who you could stay out with all night, or just sit for hours having conversations about life. I reconnected with her earlier this year in Phoenix on her way to Costa Rica. I felt like we picked up right where we left off, because that is the kind of shining light she was. She made everyone feel so specials, and she will be missed.
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Drill team!
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Kinsey, we'll miss your beautiful and radiant smile that could turn a bad day into a good one. You'll forever be in our hearts and minds. The world has lost one of its brightest stars.
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We celebrated Halloween in 2014 on a boat with lots of friends and she was the most beautiful Belle!
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Some of my favorite memories with Kins ♥️
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I think Marcia may have made these cupcakes, but Kinsey and I thought they were so funny. We couldn't stop laughing about them.
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I loved this girl so much. She was a genuine soul and our friendship over the last 11 years brought me so much joy. She is missed and forever will be.
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Tolo early high school
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At the Michael Buble concert ❤️
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Palm Springs in early high school
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Dinner with team members in North Beach, San Francisco, spring 2016.
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Palm Springs water park
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Kinsey and I were SF friends but I was fortunate that I got to see her this summer when I was in Seattle at the end of July XO
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Drill team!
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Tolo
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Kinsey was the first friend I made while living abroad in Ireland. We only overlapped for a few months, but she instantly became a close friend. Early on in my time there, I was homesick and so she planned a day of hiking to get me out and show me around. I remember we talked the entire time and it was like we had been friends for years. This is a photo from that day. After Kinsey left Dublin, she'd check in on me and offer to mail me the things I missed from home. She was so thoughtful and had such a sweet heart.
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I'm grateful to have been so kindly welcomed into Maebori holidays and celebrations over the years. At Christmas 2014, Kinsey sat and talked with me for a long time when I was starting to feel homesick. I didn't know her well, but I was struck by how warm and friendly she was, and how welcome she made me feel. Getting to see these five girls celebrate together always felt like witnessing something very special. I'm so sorry for the loss of sweet Kinsey, and send my love to you all.
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Kinsey got a real kick out of this photo from Lake Chelan when I shared it with her this past summer. Love always Kins, Uncle G
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From Hiroshima for hope lantern festival. Forever one of my favorite memories with Kins ♥️
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Kinz was the biggest Dawgs fan I knew
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Island Sound
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I was lucky to hire Kinsey for the LinkedIn team - she was a delight to work with and made an impressive impact on both her internal and external customers and our team. I was honored to grow a strong friendship with her. She touched my heart in many ways. Our memorable lunch in Seattle , August 2016.
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Kinsey was a senior when I was a freshman at Pi Phi, and I most remember her infectious smile. Even years after she had graduated, and even though it had been half a decade since we had seen each other, she continued to wish me a happy birthday, which was incredibly sweet.
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Missing you Kinsey
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Customer Education Team at LinkedIn - Miss you Kinsey!
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Oh Kinsey, Your spirit filled a room, bringing beauty to our world. Your presence always powerful: your brilliant mind, feisty character, and beautiful smile. We will continue to find you in the most unexpected special moments: You are the gold on the horizon just before the sun rises. You are the feisty summer sunsets. You are the rock and roll of the pebble in the surf. You are the hush of a snow blanket forest. You are the hum of the hummingbird. You are the brilliant sparkle of the brightest star. You are the eagle that tames the wind. You are the kiss of the first snowflake on our cheek. You are the moonbeam dancing in the waves of the ocean. You are peace, Go in peace sweet Kinsey. You are with us always.
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I met Kinsey in October 2015 during LinkedIn New Hire training in Chicago. We sat next to each other on the first day and were partnered together during a few of the activities. She was one of the sharpest, well spoken, driven women I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Kinsey was one of those beautiful people who made friends with everyone and just drew you in with her energy. Thank you for always being a supportive coworker and friend. We will miss you dearly.
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Drill team!
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I will always remember Kinsey as a kind and caring person. I am so sorry to learn of her passing. I found some old photographs from our Islander days.
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Parking map for Kinsey's celebration of life on January 6th. Parking all day will be a flat fee of $5.
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Dawg game w/Kins, Alex and I (2009).
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