Dr. Garland P. Kirkpatrick

He was my pediatrician from birth until I aged out at about 16. Very nice, caring funny man! My mother knew him when they both worked for the Chicago Board of Health, and when she had me he became my doctor! Will always remember him!

Dr.. Kirkpatrick was a kind and generous man. When I was very young, perhaps 12 years old, he gave me my first job filing charts in his Chicago office on Cottage Grove Avenue. I acquired a life long strong work ethic largely thanks to my experience under his tutelage and mentorship. Rest In Peace Doctor.

We would like to thank everyone for their comments and prayers.

Brenda Kirkpatrick-Johnson

To the family of Dr. Garland Kirkpatrick and Dorothy, our sympathy and condolences from Anna D. Blair & family.
Daughter of Jo Ann Douglas. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Love you.

Dr. Kirkpatrick was a member of our pediatric behavioral group at the University of Michigan for many years and we miss his wit and kind scholarly presence.

I am so sorry for your losses. I
Dr. Kirkpatrick was a ray of light, here in the SICU, even when he was so very ill. I thoroughly enjoyed caring for him, he touched my heart and I will never forget him, nor will I forget the immense love he expressed for his wife and children through it all. He was an inspiration to me, and still is. Best wishes. Kate P. RN SICU

God Bless your family in this time of need. Dr Kirkpatrick was my sisters and I pedrictrician and we greatly appreciated the care he provideded to us and he will be missed.

In Memory... How do we say "goodbye" to someone who meant the world to us? You were always there for us to advise us and encourage us. Oh how we cherish the memory of the poems you used to recite so eloquently - "Invictus," "If," and "It Couldn't Be Done." What an impact you left on our lives! We miss you already. Love you always, "The Twins" - Marion and Brenda

To the family of Dr. Garland Kirkpatrick and Dorothy, our sympathy and condolences from James Hood and family. My mother Thelma Douglas spoke highly of Garland and always with fond memories. May they rest in peace.

To the family of Dr. Garland Kirkpatrick and Dorothy: So Sorry to hear of the homegoing of our beloved cousins. I will never forget the first time I met Garland, at a young age, he always had a big smile on his face. I look forward to seeing him and his wife in heaven, based on what Jesus promised to ALL WHO BELIEVE in HIM. Sincerely,

May our cousin Dr. Garland Kirkpatrick and his wife Dorothy bring joy and peace in heaven as they did here on earth. You were truly an inspiration to our Douglass Familly Heritage!

My Mother Blanche Tatum-Smith spoken very highly of Garland. To the family you have my deepest sympathy.

Zelda Smith-Bryant

I called him Uncle Garland and adored him from afar. His love and compassion was worn on every inch of his facial expression. When I spoke with him he listened to every word and understood my every thought. I loved him for that and sooooo much more. He and his wife Dorothy were spiritually in tuned and dedicated to family and children. This is what inspired me to become a Family & Children Therapist and Doctor of Sociology. He was proud of his little Rhonda and that meant the world to me. I will love Uncle Garland and his beloved wife forever. May God Bless & Keep His Children!

I am so saddened to hear of Garland's passing. He was an outstanding physician, colleague and mentor.

Those of us at the University of Michigan Department of Pediatrics who knew Dr. Kirkpatrick send our thoughts and prayers to his family. He helped children and their families, but also taught many young doctors and students the art of caring for children. Marie Lozon

I can't believe you two (Dorothy and Dr.K) are gone. Dorothy was my mentor as soon as I met her many years ago when she joined the Ann Arbor Human Rights Commission. She was always supportive of me and my plight. We talked alot she was a rock. Dr. K. was most compassionate about his better half, Dorothy. May they both rest in peace and in the arms of Jesus! To the family: "Earth has no sorrow, that Heaven cannot heal." May God bless you all. Love, Christine Mays-Anderson ~Superior Township, MI

I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Kirkpatrick. What a truly awesome human being!! Fuller Family (Ann Arbor, MI)

This is such sad news and you and your family are in our prayers. Dr and Mrs K were wonderful people and our children were so fortunate to have known them. You won't find a better pediatrician and Mrs. K has the biggest heart (to match that of her husband). This world is a better place because of them. They will leave a huge hole in many hearts.
I hope you can find some measure of comfort from all of your memories.

Warmest wishes,
Dan, Susan, Brandon and Alexandra Brock

Dearest Dawn and Garland, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Kirkpatrick. He was Charlene, Dominique, Brenda, and Robert's pediatrician and a great friend of my family. I am lost for words, but know this that I loved Dr. and Mrs. Kirkpatrick.

Love you Dr. K.

I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Kirkpatrick's passing so soon after his wife. He was a valued neighbor and friend. Linda Farris Kurtz

I am so, so sorry for the magnitude of your losses. My thoughts and prayers are very much with you and your family. Dorothy Yenni

I am so sorry to hear of Garland Kirkpatrick's passing; he was a valuable member of our memoir writing class "My Life as Story" at Rec & Ed. He will be missed by all of us.
Our condolances go out to his daughter, whom he often spoke of and to other family members. So sad.

Pat Kuessner, teacher

May God Bless You in this time of healing. Dr. K was the most caring pediatrician I haveever had. I was sad when he retired, now I am very sad to hear of his passing. Dr. K's accomplishments speaks for themselves, but all of the lives that he touched is the testament to the man and Dr. that he was. The community has lost a true mentor and hero, but heaven and the world has gained an angel. Hopefully knowing that Dr. K is still looking over everyone will bring comfort to you. God Bless,
The Stabnau Family

Dr. K was a wonderful man and pediatrician. He was always supportive and went the extra mile for his kids. When my son was struggling in school Dr. K was there to help. From taking time out to check on how he was doing to going to the school to help set up a plan that would help my son succeed. He was a help to the whole family. God bless you and your family. We are all so lucky to have had him as part of our lives and will cherish the memories.
The Richardson Family

To the family what a blessing that God gave you such a wonderful father and mentor in your life.
Dr. Kirkpatrick was not only my children's pediatrician but he was a family member. My youngest son was stricken with a virus that attacked his heart at 2yrs old. Dr. K (as my children called him) took time out of his life and went to the hospital to check on him. He also took the time to read his chart and called me at home to tell me that he felt they the hospital staff was doing everything possible to save his life. He was not only a wonderful caring doctor but a wonderful man. We will always care him in our hearts. My son is now 18yrs old and healthy. My oldest is a United States Airman. He was diffently a mentor to my children and I! I hope he realized how many lives he touched!! God bless you, The Hunt Family