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Terry Kirkman
1939 - 2023
Terry Kirkman
1939 - 2023
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BORN
1939
DIED
2023
Terry Kirkman Obituary
Terry Kirkman was a singer and songwriter with the Association, known for such 1960s hits as "Cherish" and "Never My Love."
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Richard Franken
August 12, 2024
Music, songs and lyrics of The Association, specially from Terry, will always be a part of remembering my youth. I live in The Netherlands and the radiostations not often played their music. Must order their albums specially from the US. On my school that time I let them listen to Requiem for the masses. Sad to read he passed away. More than special for me, he died at my sons birthday.
DJDII
July 28, 2024
Simply, I was sad to hear he passed. If I had known that I worked so close to him, I would have tried to visit him. I really liked "Never My Love". As a matter of fact, when I tried to play it on the piano, it is the first full song I have learned to play...And I don't know how to play the piano. The song was that good to me.
Thank God for him and the Association.
Jack Dale
June 26, 2024
I was fortunate to see The Association many times at The Ice House in Pasadena California. This was before their first album. Terry's songs and the bands harmonies will live in my mind forever. Thank you Terry!
Trish Hogan
February 13, 2024
Rest easy, Terry. I've never forgotten your helping hand. Thank you. Condolences to your family.
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Carla Thomas
January 6, 2024
I loved The Association I listened to the interview Terry did with Jules and he is very articulate about his time with the Association
Janelle Almendis
October 6, 2023
My condolences to you all.
M m
September 30, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.
Ron Yengich
September 29, 2023
I am a long time Fan of Terry´s and just want to express my deepest sympathy to his family. His music has remained a constant in my life since I bought my first Association 45 in 1966? I Cherish (pun fully intended) his contribution to the best Vocal Band of the era. His and their music is literally timeless. May he Rest in Peace and the Perpetual Light Shine upon him>
David M Pawlak
September 28, 2023
Thank you for the music.
Harry Simpson
September 27, 2023
Godspeed Terry, and thank you for the wonderful, wonderful music memories with "The Association" and some of the anthems of my youth, and beyond. Unforgettable.
Steve Armstrong
September 26, 2023
The Association was among the best bands of the 1960s, regardless of what the "critics" would write. Their harmonies, Terry's vocals and writing talent with songs such as Cherish and Requiem for the Masses. I played Requiem for the Masses for my U.S. history students when I gave a lesson of Vietnam War protest songs. I only had time to play a dozen during class, but I had to include Requiem due to its haunting message. I remember seeing a PBS special just a few years ago when Terry and other members gathered in Idaho to sing one last time with Larry Ramos. The PBS special included "Never my Love," but it would have been great to hear the entire concert. Sympathies to the Kirkman family. I still have all of those songs in my head after all of these year.
Dana Michaels
September 26, 2023
As a teenager in the '60s, I loved The Association's music. (still have 6 of their albums.) Terry was a nice guy, as well as an outstanding singer, musician, and songwriter. Hearing of his death this morning was heartbreaking. I met the band in 1980 when I was a disc jockey, and met up with them whenever we were working in the same media market for a few more years. My heart goes out to his family and friends.
If there's a Rock and Roll Heaven, now they've REALLY got a hell of a band! Rest in Peace and music, Terry.
RB
September 26, 2023
Prayers for the Kirkman family and friends, God be with you all in your time of loss.
Holly
September 26, 2023
Junior High School dances...boys and girls, awkwardly holding each other, swaying back and forth to "Cherish". Listening to music that touches the heart, remains in the heart. Thank you, Terry, for your contribution to memories, both meaningful and heartfelt. Condolences to family, band mates and friends.
Ann Eyster
September 25, 2023
Rest easy Terry, the world was a better place with you in it. You left a legacy that will never be forgotten. Blessings to your wife, daughter and family.
Valeree Falduto
September 25, 2023
My favorite memory of Terry was when he shared his personal sketchbook with me back in (around) 1969 in Chicago. The title page read, "This was not what I intended." That page was followed by some very good and highly interesting sketches of multiple subjects. He knew I would get a kick out of it as I was an artist. Every time I think of that title page, I laugh. Terry was one of the sweetest guys I have ever met. I felt very lucky to be friends with Terry and the other guys in the Association. My fondest memories of those years involved the Association.
Linda Royall
September 25, 2023
Many years ago while working for a radio & television ratings company, the randomly generated number I dialed belonged to Terry. He stated he was very much interested in the survey and kindly answered the questions. After one of the questions, a brief conversation about music occurred and he sang a verse from 'Cherish'. Spot on. Goodnight, Kind Man.
Elizabeth Bell
September 25, 2023
R.I.P. Mr.Terry
Ray Ciampi
September 25, 2023
Terry's work has touched and will continue to touch the lives of many. As a fan, I am one of them. Wishing the family peace and comfort.
Celeste Jaworski
September 25, 2023
Growing up in the 60s listening to the association beautiful music,talented musicians,I'm watching the video cherish to the family,terry Kirkman was a talented singer,musician,songwriter,will be missed,watching the cherish video brings a smile to my face
Judy Read
September 25, 2023
I'll Love and miss you forever, TRK. Thank you for your sincerity, concern, humor, kindness, and friendship. Thank you for the music. I'll see you on the flip side.
'60's Kid
September 25, 2023
Thank you for the beautiful heartfelt songs, and the wonderful memories, Terry. I, like many, still listen to and enjoy The Association's music.
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