Harold M. "Hinkle" Kirk

Harold M. "Hinkle" Kirk obituary, EAST WATERFORD, PA

Harold M. "Hinkle" Kirk

Harold Kirk Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brown Funeral Homes, Inc. - Mifflintown on Mar. 10, 2026.
Harold M. "Hinkle" Kirk, 75, of Mifflin passed away at 12:20 PM, Tuesday, March 10th,2026 at his residence.

Born on August 11, 1950, in Lewistown, Mifflin County, he was a son of the late Earl T. Kirk and Ethel (Kelly) Kirk.

He is survived by his siblings, Judy Reed, Earl Kirk and Nellie Berrier, as well as various nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a sister, JoAnn Bryner, brother in laws, John Bryner and Donald Reed Sr., as well as two nieces Kayla Deamer and Patches Ruth Berrier.

Mr. Kirk in earlier life worked for Penn Dot. Later becoming a farmer and a logger.He enjoyed hunting and country music. He spent time at Henry's Garage in East Waterford and at the East Waterford Fire Company.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 13th, 2026, at Brown Funeral Homes, Inc., 100 Bridge Street, Mifflintown, with Pastor Gerald Miller officiating. Interment will follow in East Waterford Cemetery, East Waterford.

A viewing will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral services at 11:00 AM on Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Mr. Kirk's memory may be made to the East Waterford Fire Company, No. 7, 9607 Route 75 South, East Waterford, PA 17021.

For online condolences and tributes, please visit www.brownfuneralhomesinc.com.

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