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James Kirkland Obituary

Kirkland, III James "Jimmy" W. Kirkland III on Thursday April 28, 2016 transitioned at the age of 68 in New Orleans, LA where he lived with his wife Clarice Thomas Kirkland. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Bernice Kirkland and one brother, Reese Kirkland. He leaves to cherish his beloved wife, brother, Robert Kirkland (Bertha) of Houston, TX; two step grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Celebration of life service on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 for 11:00 am at Resurrection of Our Lord Catholic Church, 9701 Hammond St. New Orleans, LA, Reverend John Asare-Dankwah and Reverend Geoffrey Omondi Muga F.M.H., celebrants. Interment: Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Road, Slidell, LA. Visitation begins at 9:30 am.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2016.

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May 10, 2016

Clarice I'm so sorry for your lost,you are in my thoughts and prayers,love Tanya Montana Bondy.

Charmain Balancier

May 10, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Julie and Jake Engelbracht

May 8, 2016

Clarice,and the Kirkland Family.I'm so sorry for your loss.

Brenda Marshall-Price

May 8, 2016

Clarice, You have my deepest sympathy. I know " God " will see you through.

Lin & Al Argieard

May 7, 2016

Deepest Condolences to you Clarice & family on the loss of your beloved husband. May the Lord bless and keep you in his watchful eyes during this time . Our thoughts and prayers are to keep you strong and peaceful.

Esperenza (Essie) Mitchell

May 5, 2016

Clarise, know that God is with you in this time of sorrow and pain

Roland Doucette

May 4, 2016

My very deepest sympathy to the Kirkland family for your loss. I considered James a long time great friend who always made you feel good no matter when you saw him. One of the funniest guys I've ever met, he will be surely miss. RIP Jimmy.

Jean Aubert Murray

May 4, 2016

To my Dear Clarice I am truly sorry for your loss. May God Bless you and watch over you as you go through this time of sorrow. God knows best. You will be in my daily prayers

Lisa Green-Derry

May 4, 2016

I am sorry to hear of Jimmy's death. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Lisa(Buchanan St. Family)

Melissa Courseault

May 4, 2016

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.

Prax Melancon

May 4, 2016

Clarice my condolences for your lost. My prayers are with you.

May 4, 2016

May God's love continue to comfort and strengthen you.. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Vanessa Matthews

May 4, 2016

Clarice, love and peace to your family, Jimmy's earthly journey has ended and his eternal rest has begun in the loving arms of Jesus.

May 4, 2016

May God Bless and Keep you and family during these hours of sorrow.My thoughts & Prayers are with you.

Jasper

shawn flot

May 4, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

leo gant

May 4, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Alex Selico Dunn

May 4, 2016

May God give you and your family comfort during this time. I am praying for you. He promise to never leave you or forsake you as a believer and who Loves him. May God bless and keep you is my prayer in the mighty name of Jesus..

Howard Rodgers

May 4, 2016

May God bless your family

Irma Mason

May 3, 2016

My prayers and thoughts are with you Clarice, and your family in your time of sorrow

May 3, 2016

To Clarice & Family, know that your beloved is resting in peace and that you shall meet him again. Find comfort in I Thessalonians 4:13-18. You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers. Cousin Mary Harrell

Sr. Carmen Bertrand

May 3, 2016

May he rest in peace! He is in a much better place. God loved him and wanted him home.

Larry M. Lawson Sr.

May 3, 2016

Rest in peace,Jimmy

Nolan Marshall, Jr.

May 3, 2016

I know that he will be missed, but take solace in knowing he is in a better place. Clarice and family, you have my sincere condolences.

LARRY & MONICA REEVES

May 3, 2016

OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS,WE SEND TO YOU CLARICE AND ROBERT, AT THE PASSING OF J. W.MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE.

May 3, 2016

Our Dear Clarice, We pray that the many happy memories of Jimmy's life with you and your family will overcome the sadness and pain. Please be assured of our prayers.
St. Peter Claver Jazz Extravaganza Committee

Erlinda weathersby

May 3, 2016

My memories of our times together are treasured. I send to you, Clarice, Robert and other family members, my deepest heartfelt condolences. I know Jimmy will be missed dearly

Paulette Francis Robertson

May 2, 2016

My sincere sympathy to Clarice, Robert and other family members at the passing of Jimmy. Praying for God's strength and peace on you during these difficult times. RIP Jimmy.

David Humbles

May 1, 2016

My sincere condolences to Clarice,Robert and all of the family. Rest in peace brother Jimmey.

Leslie Peterson

April 30, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Keep close the many memories you've shared over the years to bring you comfort in the times ahead. Your family

Julius LaCour, Sr.

April 30, 2016

Our deepest condolence to the family of James W. Kirkland III. and our prayers for the his family, too.
Cynthia and Julius LaCour, Sr., Cane River Country

Clover Davis

April 30, 2016

Deepest condolences and sympathy to Clarice and entire family. Praying for you strength during this time of bereavement. May God forever Bless and Keep you!

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