BOYD KIRKLAND Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 6, 2011.

Boyd Douglas Kirkland 1950 ~ 2011 Boyd passed away on January 27, 2011 at 60 years young due to pulmonary fibrosis at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA.Born November 4, 1950 in Salt Lake City, UT to Claude Douglas Kirkland and Irene Argyle. He married his high school sweetheart, Barbara Guest on June 16, 1972. Boyd was well known for his talented artistic ability and his contributions to the animation industry. Some of his credits include: Thundar the Barbarian, Spiderman, GI-Joe, Batman: The Animated Series, Batman & Mr. Freeze: Subzero and X-Men: Evolution, to name a few. Boyd was also a very devoted husband, father and grandfather and always made his family a top priority. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Claudia, and brother Mark. He is survived by his wife Barbara, and their five children: Kyle (Pamela), Aaron (Kimberly), Jamie (Chad), Marci (Julio), and Byron (Hayley) as well as eight grandchildren: Logan, Emily, Katelyn, Jordan, Taylor, Kara, Carson, Landon and two on the way. Also, his brother Brent and two sisters Ann and Marilyn. He will be fondly remembered for his patience, gentle demeanor, his insatiable thirst for knowledge, and for his his everlasting love for his family. He will be dearly missed. Funeral services were held February 1, 2011 at the LDS Sand Canyon Chapel in Canyon Country, CA. Interment followed at Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary in Newhall, CA.

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February 12, 2011

Dear Kirkland Family,
My mom just told me of Boyd's, I would like to express my sympathy to a family who had a wonderful influence on me growing up. Love Sheralyn Morris Chaston

February 11, 2011

Boyd and I shared the same birthday and grew up together in Centerville. What a talent, what a guy. May the Lord bless his family. Kirk Farmer (Wellsville, Utah)

February 8, 2011

Kathi Haslam-Murray

Barbara and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Boyd. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

February 7, 2011

James Janes

My heart goes out to Boyd's family. Working with Boyd was one of the best times of my life. The world seems a little less creative without him. Jim Janes

February 7, 2011

Brent Metcalfe

I've long admired Boyd's vigorous intellect and vast creativity. He will be missed.

You have my heartfelt condolences.

Kind regards,

February 7, 2011

Constance Rossi O'Connor

I was a classmate of Boyd's ele. school through high school. He was nice, cute, quiet and vey talented. I thought one day he is going places because of his art - and he did. I also remember his mother, sister, brother and home very well. My thoughts are with his wife and children.

February 2, 2011

Kirkland Family,
Thinking about you during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, the Potters

February 1, 2011

Michelle Packer

To the family: I love you and am so sorry for your loss. I love each and every one of you. Boyd was always so nice to my family. We will keep you in our prayers. With much love, Brad and Michelle Packer and family.

February 1, 2011

Lynae Gannon

I love the KIRKLAND Family with all my heart. They have been a second family to me for 17 years. Boyd IS a wonderful man with such a awesome spirit. He's touched many hearts & will continue to do so. His legacy will live on forever with his beautiful bride Barbara & 5 incredible children. It's an honor to KNOW & LOVE these people. I love you all, Boyd----- until we meet again.

February 1, 2011

Devon & Judy Tufts

Dear Kirkland Family - We have such fond memories of our association with your sweet family many years ago. We pray that during this time of sorrow you will find comfort in the precious memories of your wonderful husband, and father. All our love and prayers.

February 1, 2011

Charlene Kankiewicz

I met Mr. Kirkland just this past summer at Dreamworks, along with his wife and son. He was very nice. So very sorry that someone so full of life couldn't stay awhile longer with his friends and family.

February 1, 2011

Linda Bright

I'm so sad to hear about Boyd's passing. He was always so kind and friendly to our family when we lived in Newhall. My love and prayers go to all the family at this difficult time. May God bless you and comfort you and bring peace to your hearts.

Posted by Linda Bright

January 31, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our Cousin Boyd. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of the special times spent together as you celebrate his life. We will all miss his fun nature and the joy he brought into everyones lives.
Our Love Ron Freestone family

January 31, 2011

Family-
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I have so many memories from my childhood that involved your family. I love and miss you all so much. Boyd was an amazing man and will be missed dearly. I Love you Boyd.
Love Maria Castellano Greene

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