Lynn Kimble, a beloved resident of Douglas, Arizona, passed away on March 29, 2024, one day after her 66th birthday. Lynn was born on March 28, 1958, in Missoula, Montana. She was the first of 3 children born to Billy & Mikell Lawrence. Being a rodeo family, they spent a lot of time on the road and Lynn grew up in the arena. In 1969, Billy and Mikell moved their family to Arizona. Despite her age, Lynn was one of Arizona’s top barrel racers and at 16 yoa, she ranked 11^th in the national barrel racing standings of the Girls’ Rodeo Association. Lynn attended High School in Camp Verde, Arizona. She was the first to fast track her studies there, graduating in three years, and went on to further her education at Yavapai College in Prescott studying in Liberal Arts.

Lynn met and married, Mike Brashears, they made their home in Desert Hills, Az. From that union, Lynn had two children, Paul and Cy, who were the light of her life. Lynn had always dreamed of having children and she loved being a mother. They later divorce and Lynn moved to Tucson, Az, where she worked as an Operations Manager for Charles Schwab Co. Outside of her career Lynn’s loved competing and she continued to Barrel Race and Team Rope throughout her life. Lynn was a top 15 qualifier and contestant in the Team Roping at the Women’s National Finals Rodeo on three occasions.

Lynn met and married the love of her life, Don Kimble, who also roped when not managing operations of the family cattle ranch in Douglas, Arizona. After marrying, she moved to the ranch in Apache, Az. and found her passion in cattle ranching. Lynn loved the ranch life and for the following near 18 years one could find she and Don working on the ranch, entered in a team roping or at a barrel race. She was known for her competitive spirit and love for the outdoors.  

Lynn will be remembered for her kind heart, infections laughter and unwavering dedication to her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She touched the lives of many with her compassion and generosity. After a brave battle with Parkinson’s Disease, Lynn passed away with her daughter by her side..

Lynn leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have known her . Lynn is preceded in death by father, Billy Lawrence, and survived by her husband, Don Kimble; son,Paul Brashears (Kristin); Daughter, Cy Brashears; two grandsons which she adored, Blaze Brashears and Kimble Walker; mother, Mikell Lawrence; brother, William Lawrence (Kelly); sister, Kelly Lawrence; nephew, Trevor Lawrence (Eve). Lynn's presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.