Minki Kim Obituary (1982 - 2024) - West Orange, New Jersey

Minki Kim, 41, of West Orange, passed away on April 3, 2024. Minki was born in Manhattan and grew up in Elmhurst, Queens. He was a graduate of SUNY Binghamton and was currently completing his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Mercy College. Minki was deeply loved by his family and friends, and adored by his children, Sebastian and Beatrice. A committed father, Minki fostered a love of music, athleticism, the outdoors and comics in each of them. He instilled in his children a sense of curiosity and wonder via travel, cooking, reading and intellectual pursuits. He unceasingly encouraged their individualism and empowered them to pursue their passions. Over their 17-year relationship, Minki and Mary Kate built a life full of love and adventure, and always supported each other in achieving their goals. Among their tightly knit group of friends, Minki will be remembered for his open mind, compassion and the many Astoria nights spent together reveling to the sounds of Hall and Oates, David Bowie, Interpol and Pet Shop Boys. A lifelong learner, Minki was unendingly curious and passionate about Pain Science and leveraging Physical Therapy to support his clients in moving beyond pain and trauma to reach both their physical and emotional goals. He was also a respected and beloved member of the Mercy College community. Minki is survived by his wife Mary Kate and children Sebastian and Beatrice; parents Hwan Chul and Sun Ye of Flushing, NY; brother Jung Ki and wife Nikki of Flushing, NY; sister-in-law Fiona Stauffer and husband Don of Penfield, NY; brother-in-law Seamus Dubuss and wife Lara of Jersey City and mother-in-law Ingrid Jahn of Bayonne. He is also survived by five nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to The National Alliance on Mental Illness. Minki will be honored through a Celebration of Life planned for Summer 2024.