Richard Thomas Kirkland Jr.

Richard Thomas Kirkland Jr. obituary, Charleston, SC

Richard Thomas Kirkland Jr.

Richard Kirkland Obituary

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Richard "Dick" Thomas Kirkland, Jr., 84, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Mary Lee Sanders Kirkland entered into eternal rest Saturday, October 17, 2020. A private funeral service will be held at the cryptside Saturday, October 24, 2020 in Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel. Dick was born July 11, 1936 in Edgefield, South Carolina, son of the late Richard Thomas Kirkland and Dorothy McClendon Kirkland. He was a graduate of the University of South Carolina, a proud Gamecock and retired from the insurance and automobile industries. Never idle, Dick went on to help Audrey run Puddle Jumpers and actively pursued sales at Attic Treasures. Dick is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Lee; two sons: Richard Thomas "Kirk" Kirkland III (Audrey) of James Island, SC and Ward Sanders Kirkland (Lynn Renish) of Regina, Canada; brother, Daniel Joe Kirkland (Kathy) of Charlotte, NC; four grandchildren: Caitlyn Frederick, Ashley Mullens, Emily Kirkland and Lilli Kirkland; four great-grandchildren: Dorothie Kirkland, Denise Frederick, Ryder Mullen and Thomas Frederick; niece, Katie Kirkland; and nephew, Danny Kirkland. Memorials may be made to Pet Helpers, 1447 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412 and/or to UMAR, 5350 77 Center Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217.

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Suzie Hiers Benton

October 23, 2020

Thinking of you Mary Lee and your family . What a fine fellow Dick was and we all had so much fi when we were on college and the years after in our young marriages.. we were all young, well educated and just knew that life was going to b the best it could b!! I remember your wedding and that beautiful gown you wore and how great it was! You and Dick had such a great time and K remember at the last class reunion how he was enjoying his pursuit of antiques. I know your sadness is profound and hope you are taking care of yourself !! My thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you all!!

Mary Godbold Davis

October 23, 2020

Mary Lee , My deepest sympathy to the Kirkland family during this difficult time.
May your memories bring you comfort and the love of God give you peace.
May God bless, Love Mary Godbold Davis

Jerry Smith

October 23, 2020

Mr. Kirkland was always a pleasure to be around . Never did he say a bad thing about anyone and he truly loved his family. He would want us all to smile and stay positive .

Suzie Hiers Benton

October 22, 2020

Heartfelt sympathy to my dear friend Mary Lee and family! Such great memories of Dick and all of the fun we all had in college and the great years starting out in our marriages and careers. Dick was always great to b with and so glad that he had such a great life doing all of the things he enjoyed..my best to you Mary Lee.. still remember that beautiful wedding you had. Hugs to you and your family .❤

Ramona Small

October 22, 2020

Mary Lee, I want to extend my sincere sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your husband. You are in my prayers.
Ramona V. Small/Class of '56 St.A.

Julie Keith

October 19, 2020

My deepest sympathies to you Dr. Kirkland and the rest if the family. May our Lord give you all the strength needed to see you through this sad time.

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