Kim Louise Hagerty Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Kim Louise Hagerty, 64, of Traverse City, died peacefully with her loving family by her side on August 25th, 2021. Kim left a lasting business and community legacy, second only to her legacy of love. Kim was born on December 30th, 1956 in Traverse City to Frank and Louise Hagerty. Kim was a member of the first graduating class of the Pathfinder School in 1974. She completed her education with a fierce determination, graduating early from both high school and college. After graduating from Albion College, Kim received her law degree from the University of San Francisco in 1981. She operated a successful law practice in Lake Tahoe before moving back to Traverse City in 1996 to support the growing family business. Kim fulfilled many valuable roles including Legal Counsel, CEO and later co-CEO. She was gratified by the ability to positively impact the lives of Hagerty employees and their families, including the simple act of saying hello in the hallway. During her career at Hagerty Insurance, the business grew from fewer than 10 employees to hundreds. Finally, Kim served as Chairman of the Board, which she retired from in 2014. Family was another reason Kim returned to Traverse City. One of the greatest joys of her life was adopting her daughter Mia on January 17th, 1996. She tackled parenting with an unwavering love and devotion, imparting her passion and curiosity for the world through countless adventures together. Kim married the love of her life Antonio Simão on July 24th, 2003. They enjoyed many happy years together raising Mia and experiencing life together. Kim and Antonio were lovers of boating, aviation, traveling to Portugal and other exotic places to taste great flavors from around the world. Kim had a strong love affair with education. She served as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Montessori Children’s House for 3 years. During her tenure, the campus on North Long Lake Road was completed, and she was also a founding member of the Karen Circle and a constant champion of the Children’s House community. Kim served on NMC’s Foundation board from 2009 to 2019, and since then has been an honorary member. Kim led her life with passion, purpose, and her heart filled with love. She was a founding member and supporter of the Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church. She loved pink, hearts, her cats, the San Francisco 49ers, great food, and entertaining her community of friends and loved ones. Kim was a flower lover and avid gardener, and she spent countless hours tending her beautiful garden. Always one to celebrate the big and little moments in life, Kim enjoyed holidays to the fullest. Kim’s life-long love of learning and her retirement to Naples with Antonio sparked new interests including raising orchids, watercolor painting, and exploring new places in their RV. Kim is survived by her mother, Louise; husband, Antonio; daughter, Mia; sister, Tammy (Bruce); brother, McKeel (Soon); her nieces Olivia, Hanna, Sophia, Ava; her stepdaughters Marcia and Carina; and her many close friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Frank and her infant brother Darby. Visitation will take place Sunday, September 5th, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church in Williamsburg, MI that will be followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m. A second visitation will take place at the Orthodox Church on Monday, September 6th, 2021 from 9 to 11 a.m. with a funeral immediately following the visitation. A private family burial will follow. Memorial contributions may be made to the Archangel Gabriel Orthodox Church - Building Fund. Flower arrangements are being handled by Floral Underground and Lilies of the Alley. Arrangements provided by Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home.

Kim Louise Hagerty

December 30, 1956 - August 25, 2021