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Kirk Cheramie Obituary
Kirk's pride and joy in life was his only child, Maïté, who now mourns the loss of her father along with her husband, Brent Adams, their newborn baby girl, Chloé Josephine and Kirk's ex-wife, Martine Colin.
He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Susan Terrebonne (wife of Glen), Connie Daigle (wife of Jeff), Peter Cheramie (husband of Beth), Teresa Crosby (wife of Sonny), Annette Weaver (wife of Richie), Gabriel Cheramie and Michael Cheramie (husband of Tarina).
Kirk is also survived by his aunt, Elaine Simon (wife of Dr. William Simon); godfather and uncle, Jay Cochennic (husband of Doris); and his godmother, Rosalie Coleman.
Kirk was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Dianna Cheramie; his maternal grandparents, Joffery and Kate Cochennic; and his paternal grandparents, Rudolph and Augustine Cheramie.
A devoted Democrat, Kirk received his bachelor and master's degrees from the University of New Orleans in political science. He was active in many elections, ran for Lafourche Parish President, was a member of the Democratic Executive Committee for Louisiana and was very proud to be a voting delegate for the National Democratic Convention.
Kirk was also a tribal member and active in the Houma Indian organization. Captain Kirk truly enjoyed his time on the air for the KLRZ talk show, "Talk on the Bayou." Kirk lived life passionately. He loved his family, friends, music and travel. He always had a song on his lips and love in his big heart. He attended 461 music concerts in his lifetime. Many who knew Kirk well would recognize his spirit in the lyrics, "You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one."
A celebration of Kirk's lifelong love of music will be held during his wake on March 15 from 6 until 9 p.m. at Falgout's Funeral Home in Galliano. Visitation will resume on March 16 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church in Golden Meadow, from 9 to 11 a.m., with Holy Mass beginning at 11 a.m. Burial will take place immediately afterward at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Galliano.
Memorial donations can be made in his honor to the Barataria-Terrebonne Estuary Foundation. Information can be found online at suppportbtnep.org/donations.
Falgout Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kirk Cheramie
Reed Callais
February 10, 2021
Kirk was one of my oldest friends & my also my cousin. In our circle of friends he was also referred to as skwirk, twirk! , but mostly “Quirk” short for
“The Quirk of Nature”! Love you and you will be sorely missed!!
God Bless You!
Reed & Juli Callais and family.
Eddie Smith
January 14, 2021
Sadly missed by all who knew him. Condolences and prayers for the family.
Emilie Bahr
September 23, 2020
I knew Kirk years ago when I was a reporter at the daily comet. He was a friend of my dad’s who I quickly came to count as one of my own. I’ll never get the fishing excursion he took us on just before Hurricane Katrina. I just learned the sad news. My heart breaks for his family, and especially for his daughter. Having lost my dad to whom I was very close last year, I know all too well the feeling.
Emilie Bahr
September 23, 2020
I knew Kirk years ago when I was a reporter at the daily comet. He was a friend of my dad’s who I quickly came to count as one of my own. I’ll never get the fishing excursion he took us on just before Hurricane Katrina. I just learned the sad news. My heart breaks for his family, and especially for his daughter. Having lost my dad to whom I was very close last year, I know all too well the feeling.
Bush Bernard
March 13, 2020
Rest in Peace, old friend.
Joey D.
March 12, 2020
Will miss you my friend...taught me for talk radio well...your laugh..smile and jokes I will keep in my heart forever...GOD speed My Brother
Lola Silver
March 12, 2020
So sorry to read of Kirk's passing. Last time I saw him was at Uncle Charlie's funeral where he got soaking wet because he left his window down on his truck. He laughed about it. Will always remember him this way. RIP Kirk.
Michelle Bourdier
March 12, 2020
We have such wonderful memories of Kirk. Stories that make us laugh. He was such a great guy. There is no doubt that he is wrapped in Aunt Dis arms today. We send our deepest sympathies and condolences to the whole family.
charlie duthu
March 12, 2020
My Friend Kirk , though we haven't visited in years. We are FRIENDS FOREVER. Thank You, for how you Promoted our Band " TREATER " I Love You , My Brother ! ! !
Henriella Theriot
March 11, 2020
Thoughts and prayers for the family !! Rest in peace, Kirk !!!!
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