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1961
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2024
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Dr. James Kirklin Obituary
James Lloyd Kirklin DC, APRN, FNP-BC aged 63 Passed peacefully from this world on November 20th, 2024 at his home in Knox City Tx. surrounded by the love of his family. He was loved by many and known as Doc, Jim, James, Jamie, Brother, Dad and Pawpaw. He was a Doctor of Chiropractic, family Nurse practitioner, Master Mason, Brother, Husband, father and grandfather.
James is survived by his Wife of 27 years and together they raised 4 children. Daughter Kristi Hickey and Husband Daniel of Tennessee, Son Michael Wright and Wife Cassie of Moore, Oklahoma, Daughter Desiree’ Kirklin of Saginaw, TX, Daughter Rosebud Molina and Husband Ricky of Knox City, Tx., and a bonus Daughter Brittany Roberts of Rochester, Tx., 10 Grandchildren and 3 bonus Grandchildren. James is also survived by 2 Brothers, Sam Graham and Wife Laura of San Antonio, Tx., Ezra Graham, and 1 Sister, Kim Jarutowicz and Husband Wade of Sutherland Springs, Tx., 1 very special Aunt Barbra Chrismon of San Antonio, Tx., and numerous nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his Mother Nancy Graham and his 2 fathers Gerald Graham, and James H. Kirklin both of whom were known and loved as Dad.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday December 14th, 2024 at 2 pm at the Wooden Nickel 112 S. Central (Hwy 6) Knox City, Tx. Following the celebration of life there will be a less somber gathering in our home 401 SE 3RD St. Knox City, Tx. For those who would like to attend, we will be toasting Jim (BYOB), listening to some of his favorite music, watching his favorite movie and burning his medication logbook. Please come and share your favorite stories. He loved nothing better than a good laugh!
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for Dr. James Kirklin
Cheryl Jones
December 14, 2024
I will miss my cousin so much. The trio me, Wendy, and Jamie had so much fun together as kids. They were very special memories.
Love you cousin!
Prayers for family mourning!
Sharon Scott
December 8, 2024
I knew Jimmy many years ago as a neighborhood friend and well respected member of the Theatre Department at Robert E. Lee High School in San Antonio. Jimmy was strong, smart, witty and fun. You could always count on him. Now at this final curtain, we give a standing ovation for a life well lived. Bravo, Friend! God Bless.
Cindy Guess
December 5, 2024
Add friend and coworker to all the things he accomplished in a life cut short. He was a loyal friend and coworker and will be dearly missed.
Rebecca Rivers
December 3, 2024
Although I only met him once as a chiropractic patient, Dr Jim made a memorable impression with some bone cracking jokes and his infectious smile. I could tell right away that he loved what he did and had a way with people. Very sorry to hear this news. My prayers to his family.
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Savannah Stephens
November 25, 2024
I am so sad to hear the news, he was such a funny and kind man! Y'all will be in my thoughts.
Greg Oliver
November 25, 2024
Jim was my doctor, my Masonic brother and my friend. He will be missed dearly. We love you, brother!
Mary Murphy
November 25, 2024
So very sorry for your loss. He was well loved by so many.
Kristi Hickey
November 25, 2024
I couldn't have asked for a better dad, He was always there whether it was to give me a hug ,wipe my tears or, say I'm proud of you. I will miss him terribly. Love you daddy
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