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Andrew Kirk Obituary
AGE: 30 • New Castle
Andrew James (AJ) Kirk, age 30, of New Castle, DE, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 27, 2015.
Born on October 18, 1985 in Newark, DE, AJ was a lifelong resident of New Castle and was just recently in the process of moving to Oaklyn, NJ. He graduated from Howard Technical High School in 2003. AJ enjoyed yoyos and participated in several world, national, regonial and local competitions, and was considered one of the top yoyo players in the world. His interest in yoyos started when he was working for Mitchell's on Concord Pike and was a member of the store's weekly yoyo club. In 2006, he captured third place in the World yoyo competition in the 5A division, or freehand as it is better known and in 2008, AJ finished a mere 8 points out of the finals in the World Championship. In April of 2013, he earned his 2nd straight 5A title at the Northeast Regionals. AJ had his own signature yoyo, the Ringmaster. Since 2005, he was a member of Team YoYo Jam.
AJ previously worked at the AI DuPont Hospital for Children as a patient escort and entertained many children with his yoyo and juggling acts. He received enormous joy from seeing a smile on each child's face. He worked at Tiki Tiki Board Games in Woodbury, NJ, participating in the weekly Tiki Tiki YoYo Club. He also enjoyed juggling. AJ was employed at both the Deptford and Cherry Hill Malls. Active in his community, he was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Good Will Volunteer Fire Company No. 1 in New Castle.
AJ was preceded in death by his grandparents, James T. Kirk and Richard F. and F. Irene Hall. He is survived by his loving mother, Pam Ingle (Grover) of New Castle; father, Kenneth G. Kirk of Port Penn; half-brother, Brian Kirk; step-sister, Melanie Silvia; grandmother, Leontia Kirk; girlfriend and soulmate, Karin Johnson of Oaklyn, NJ, whom he adored; and also by several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 3 pm until 6 pm on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 am on Monday morning, November 2, 2015 at Holy Spirit R.C. Church, 12 Winder Road, New Castle, DE. Interment will follow in Glebe Cemetery, New Castle, DE.
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MaryBeth
November 6, 2015
AJ was a student of sign language in my class at DTCC. He was such a positive presence and was well liked and admired by all. He touched lives by his example of quiet humble grace . What a tragic loss! My deepest sympathy!
Elauna Simms
November 6, 2015
I was a volunteer at the hospital when AJ was there. He was one of the first people I met and we became good friends. He always knew how to make me smile when I was upset. I miss him very much. And I am very sorry for your loss.
ann marie ryan
November 4, 2015
Kenny, Pam and Leonita,
I did not know of your terrific loss as I was away. I learned about it from a choir member at the Nov.2 Mass. NO parent should have to bury a child ever. the last time I spoke to Andrew was when he lived on 5th st. across from my daughter Margaux.he was so polite and interesting. he surely looks different in this picture. God bless all of you.
Love, Ann Marie
Elaine Hoffman
November 3, 2015
My heart breaks for you. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers to family and friends. I've heard from friends that knew him from the hospital just what a wonderful person he was and the impact he had on the kids.
Nicole Powell
November 2, 2015
Dear Pam and Family,
Surround each other with love and heartfelt memories of Andrew and all of the ways he made you smile. I pray that God comforts you all in the days and years to come. I am so very very sorry. God Bless!
November 2, 2015
I work at the hospital, and AJ would always make me smile - I loved watching him do his yo-yo thing, and I am so very, very sad at his passing. He was a joy. Rochelle
Kathy Shomo
November 2, 2015
Pam, I'm so sorry to read about your son AJ. He sounds like an incredible person, with lots of talent. May you find comfort in his memory to help you through these difficult times. Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family.
Rich Krett
October 31, 2015
Pam, Grover, Ken and the entire Kirk family:
Words cannot begin to express the sadness you are feeling right now, but please know that you are surrounded by many caring friends and family to help you through this difficult time.
I offer my sincere condolences and deepest sympathy on your loss.
Emann Davis
October 31, 2015
AJ was an amazing and funny person. I went to high school with him. Praying for the family. He will truly be missed!
Larry and Libby DuHadaway
October 31, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 31, 2015
Sorry for your loss. I used to cut AJ's hair years ago. He was such a nice person, we used to talk about his yoyo competitions when he would come in to the salon. In sympathy,
John J Samluk
danielle
October 31, 2015
You brought such happiness to the kids at Nemours. My condolences to your family. I know the heart ache of loosing someone too soon.
Sandy A
October 30, 2015
Sending my condolences to the family...may God bless you.may you rest in peace Andrew
Megan O'Neill
October 30, 2015
To the family, friends and loved ones of AJ. AJ and I met at DuPont, and became quick friends, we spent so much time together, had so much fun. He always made me laugh. I am heartbroken to hear of his passing, he was very much loved and often thought of. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time. Rest in peace AJ, you will be greatly missed.
Charlene Kobetis
October 30, 2015
I will miss that huge smile & your wonderful talents. You left us way too early! I know you are with quazie & happy, but we are oh so sad! XO
Kay Johnson
October 30, 2015
AJ, You brought joy to all who met you, no matter what their age. From the bottom of my heart, I will miss you and think of you often. Pam, Grover and Karin, thank you for sharing Andrew with the rest of us so we all are better from knowing him.
October 30, 2015
We love you and miss you
Donald Biddle
October 30, 2015
Grover and Goodwill Family,
Grover I am so sorry for the loss of your Step Son. I hope his memories will ease the pain in the difficult days ahead. I will have you, your Family and AJ's Brothers and Sisters of the GoodWill Fire Company in my thoughts and prayers. Good Bless.
Kathleen Fowlew
October 30, 2015
You will be missed by all that you entertained. Rest in Peace
Randy Roberts
October 30, 2015
Pam, Sincere condolences to you and your entire family during this time of difficulty. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
October 30, 2015
My heartfelt condolences to the Kirk family on your loss of Andrew. May you find comfort from the God of love. (John 3:16)
October 30, 2015
My condolences and sympathy and assurance of my prayers to all the family. May AJ rest in peace.
Father William Porter
Chad Field
October 30, 2015
AJ was a good dude. In scouts and in school he was always a pleasure to be around and we had many great adventures growing up. This is truly a terrible loss. The world just got a little more worse off with him gone.
Christopher Castro
October 29, 2015
Our community will never be the same. You will be missed friend. May the smiles you brought never fade from the faces who wear them.
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