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WILLIAM ASTOR KIRK, SR. (Age 89)
Peacefully departed this life on August 12, 2011. He was preceded in death by Vivian Marie Kirk, his loving wife of 63 years. A beloved father to son William A. Kirk, Jr. and daughter, the late Marie Altonette Dunn; father-in-law to Hilary Kirk and the late Reginald Dunn; brother-in-law to Charles Tramble; grandfather to Ayanna, Jenelle, Allison, and Stefanie; and loving brother to Beatrice Kirk Harris and Lorenza, and Tilton Kirk. He will be deeply missed by a host of other family and friends. W. Astor was born in Harleton, Texas and enjoyed a distinguished career as a university professor, social activist, government executive, church lay leader and author. Viewing and visitation with the family on Thursday, August 18 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Cedar Hill Funeral Home, 4111 Pennsylvania Avenue, Suitland, Maryland 20746. A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 19 at 3 p.m. at Foundry United Methodist Church, 1500 16th Street N.W., Washington DC 20036, Rev. Dean Snyder officiating. In lieu of floral arrangements the family requests that donations be made to Foundry United Methodist Church.Arrangements by Cedar Hill Funeral Home, Inc.
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Nigel John
June 7, 2024
I know William, as a calm calm calming man. With always a wise message to share, and a man that exuded high expectations. I miss you good sir.
Frank and Sally Jones
September 5, 2011
Bill and family,
We were so sorry to learn that Mr. Kirk had passed away. When you were our neighbor years ago and we would see Mr. Kirk when he would come to visit you, he was always very pleasant and had a friendly smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray that God will sustain you and your family and grant you inner peace.
August 31, 2011
Bill and family,
We were so sorry to learn that Mr. Kirk had passed away. When you were our neighbor years ago and we would see Mr. Kirk when he came to visit you, he was always very pleasant and had a friendly smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . We pray that God will sustain you and your family and grant you inner peace.
Walter Mills
August 19, 2011
To The Kirk family:
My family and I send our sincere condolence. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Kirk in Philadelphia, PA out of the offices of O.E.O. and Community Service Administration. His driven dedication to eliminate poverty and develope self-sufficiency's for the underpriviledged was one of his many accomplishments to be remembered. His favorite saying when closing our meetings "Let's Romance into the Future" will never be forgotten.
God Bless,
Walter S. Mills Jr. and family
Ed Lewis
August 19, 2011
Bill, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God keep you strong as you grieve your loss.
August 18, 2011
To Bill Kirk and Family: May God continue to Bless you and keep you strong. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. Congresswoman Kilpatrick (Retired)
Alonzo Byrd
August 18, 2011
To The Kirk Family:
Please accept our condolences on the lost of your beloved father. May his fond memories live on with you forever.
Elsie Scott
August 17, 2011
Bill Kirk & family,
I was sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Kirk. I met Mr. Kirk many years ago when they lived in NJ. Over the years, I have always enjoyed talking with him. We had a mutual interest in talking politics. He has left a legacy that you and your daughters can be proud of. My prayers are with you.
Tammy Boyd
August 17, 2011
I am sorry for your loss Bill. My prayers are with you and your family.
Gary Lavergne
August 17, 2011
W. Astor Kirk was both a good and a great man. He made us all better people.
Debbie White
August 16, 2011
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. May God contiue to bless you and your family.
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