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Mabel Kirkland Obituary
In addition to her parents, and husband she was predeceased by two brothers David Anderson McLeod and Peter Archie McLeod, Jr., nephews Larry Bruce McLeod, Peter Archie McLeod 3rd and Mark Edward McLeod. In addition to her daughters Mary Ellen and Amy (William Lawrence) she is survived by her sister Mildred McLeod Fillingim and brother Herbert Allen McLeod, many nieces and nephews and their families.
She was able to maintain her independence and reside in her family home after her husbands death with the help of special friends and neighbors Cassie Knight, Sandy Curry and Phyllis Lewis. In her final years she resided at Plantation Manor (Thomasville, Ga) close to her daughter Amy. She was lovingly cared for by the staff of the Gracious Living unit.
Visitation at Oak Lawn Funeral Home will begin at 12:30 on Sunday January 16, 2011 with a 2 pm service conducted by long time family pastor, Reverend Alton Butler and long time family friend, Reverend Jimmy Savage. There will be a graveside service immediately following at Bayview Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please contribute or support your favorite charity.
Oak Lawn Funeral Home has charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mabel Kirkland
Rose and Bruce Albeart
January 18, 2011
Mary Ellen we are sorry to hear about your mom. I lost mine two years ago and I still miss her every day. Take comfort in all your memories and know that we will all be together again in Glory. We are here for you if you need anything. We miss you and love you. Hugs to you.
Rose and Bruce Albert
Sandra Gann
January 18, 2011
MaryEllen and Amy, we are so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. Sandy and Rusty Gann
Zenova Cook Hahn
January 15, 2011
I was sorry to hear that Mabel had passed away. I knew her all my life (and the rest of her family) since her parents lived across the street from my Grandmother. I talked with her on the phone often until she moved to Thomasville. I have missed her and will continue to miss her.
Jocelyn Peters
January 14, 2011
Amy, so sorry to hear about your Mom. Your Mom and Dad always made me feel very special as we were growing up and going to church at MGBC. Just know that I am lifting you up during this time and I will see you Sunday. XOXO
January 14, 2011
Thoughts and prayers are with all the family. I knew Mabel in school, elementary and High school. the rest of family in school and in Starke or Pensacola. Blessing on all Emma Jean Davis Redding, Starke, Fla.
January 14, 2011
I'm so sorry to hear Mabel has passed away. She was so full of life and joy and I loved to see her at all the Robinson-Allen family reunions. Please know you are in my prayers.
Dee Cook
January 14, 2011
My thoughts are with you. Accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.
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