Aaron Kime

Aaron Andrew Kime, age 48, of Liberty Township, OH went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 3, 2024. Aaron was born on December 20, 1975, in Napoleon, OH to Thomas and Pamela (Knipp) Kime of Defiance, OH. Aaron leaves behind his wife, Maria and their three children: Chloe, William, and Andrew. Aaron was a devoted husband and father and was unwavering in his love. He was the strength and engine of his family. Aaron was full of pride and plans, not for himself, but for his children.

Aaron was a 1994 graduate of Tinora High School in Defiance, OH, where he was the Valedictorian of his class. Aaron then attended the University of Cincinnati where he earned his degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1999. Aaron held a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Xavier University. 

Aaron and his family are parishioners at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church in Liberty Township, OH. Aaron was a follower of Christ and lived his life through Jesus’ example of love for one another. 

Aaron worked at Finn Corp. in Fairfield, OH as the Director of Engineering. Born a true engineer, Aaron could fix anything he put his mind to and worked with meticulous care to produce the highest quality result, no matter the project. One could not ask too much of him, as he would always rise to the task at hand.

Aaron was preceded in death by his grandparents: Irvin and Lucille (Westrick) Kime and Donald A. and Elaine (Rollins) Knipp. He was also preceded in death by his Uncle Donald L. Knipp, who encouraged and shared Aaron’s love of engineering.

Left to cherish Aaron’s memory are his loving wife, Maria, and children, Chloe, William, and Andrew; his proud parents, Tom and Pam Kime; and his sister, Kathryn (Joseph) Webb. Aaron is also survived by Bill and Jean Hicks; David (Katie) Hicks and Jeremy (Catherine) Hicks; nieces and nephews: Luke, Isaac (Ike), and Eliza Webb and Gracie, Hailey, Caleb, Henry, and Isabelle Hicks; aunts, uncles, and cousins, too numerous to list; his Aunt Dianne Knipp, who was special to him; and countless friends from all stages of his life.

Aaron will be deeply missed by everyone who was blessed to have known him. In memory of Aaron, we encourage those who loved him to live life with a joyful heart, work hard, and never stop learning.

The family will receive guests on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Hodapp Funeral Home, 6410 Cincinnati Dayton Road, Liberty Township, OH 45044. A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, 5720 Hamilton Road, Liberty Township, OH 45011. A Christian burial will follow the funeral mass at St Aloysius Catholic Cemetery, 3350 Chapel Rd. Hamilton, Ohio 45013. All are welcome to join the family for reception at St. Aloysius immediately following the burial.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to the Aaron Kime Memorial Fund