Taylor "Drew" Kirk

Abilene, TX

Taylor "Drew" Kirk, 23 years 6 months 1 hour and 2 minutes old, our sweet son, brother, uncle, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend was completely healed on August 16, 2017. He was born on February 16, 1994 at 4:23AM and he left this world and entered Heaven on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 5:25AM Our Heavenly Father called him home to heal him.

He was preceded in Death by his Paternal Grandfather Danny Kirk.

He is survived by his parents Rusty and Sabrina Kirk of Abilene; brother Cody Kirk and wife Paige and nephew Casten of Abilene; paternal grandmother Tempie Kirk of Abilene; maternal grandparents Bob and Shirley Anthony of Abilene; paternal aunt Tammie Blankenship and husband Danny of Abilene, and cousin Tana of Winters; paternal uncle Stacy Kirk and wife Maxi and cousins Kylee and Maci of Tuscola; numerous uncles, aunts, cousins and close friends that are family.

When God sent Drew to us the Doctors told us he would most likely not live past 28 days. God and Drew sure did prove those Doctors wrong because Drew lived here on Earth for a total of 8,582 days, 1 hour and 2 minutes. Drew was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease) but he never let that stop him from achieving his goals. Drew graduated from Wylie High School in 2012. Due to Drew's perseverance in 2013 he was able to get his driver's license which granted him even more independence. Drew started attending Cisco College, Abilene campus, Spring of 2014. During his time there he was instrumental in bringing back the school newspaper The Wrangler Express. Drew received his Associate of Arts Degree from Cisco College May 12th, 2017. Drew began attending Abilene Christian University Spring of 2017. He recently finished up a Maymester and Junemester at ACU and was classified as a Junior. Drew worked at Stephens Processing for his "second dad" Brent Stephens. Drew had so many accomplishments in his 23 years but we believe two of his greatest accomplishments will always be the impact he had on others and the love he had for our Heavenly Father. Drew's love had no boundaries, he loved people for who they were. He was an inspiration to everyone he crossed paths with. He was so strong and so brave. He never quit fighting for himself or for others. Drew will always be a part of who we are because he taught us all how to live life to the fullest.

Be Strong and Courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, For the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9

In Lieu of flowers you may donate to:

Texas Scottish Rite Hospital

2222 Welborn St.

Dallas, TX 75219

Make-A-Wish Foundation North Texas

6655 Deseo

Irving, TX 75039

Online condolences may be made at www.elliotthamilfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Abilene Reporter-News on Aug. 20, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Taylor Kirk

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17 Entries

Robert Mills

August 29, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Drew's obituary was a beautiful testament to his great life.
Robert Mills

Ross Schumann

August 28, 2017

Rusty, I was sad to learn about you losing your son. You never mentioned your son's disease to me but it sounds like he was a real trooper. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

David and Glenda Buhrmann

August 21, 2017

Saddened for your loss. No words are adequate when you are separated, even temporarily, from a son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, or friend. Drew was an amazing person with a smile that lit up a room.
Our thoughts and prayers are with each member of Drew's family at this time of loss.

Katie Gilbert

August 21, 2017

Drew was such a special person. I remember the day I met him and his mother when I walked into her uniform shop, they were both working and greeted me as someone they had known. Over the years I had the pleasure of waiting on him and his family at Towne Crier. He always had a hugh smile on his face every time I saw him and he always made my day! Thank you Drew for all the smiles and laughes! You will always be remembered!

Sherry Lee Burchell

August 21, 2017

Sabrina, I am so saddened for you and your family. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers for the long days to come. Drew was a precious young man and an inspiration to many. Peace be with you.

August 21, 2017

I will never forget meeting Drew. My prayers are with your family.
Callie Clark

Wayne and Diedra Thompson

August 21, 2017

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

Bee Buxkemper

August 21, 2017

I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Drew. He was such a brave and courageous young man. I pray that God will give you peace beyond all understanding and you celebrate the man that he had become. He no longer has to wonder what it feels like to walk or run because he has been restored and walks with Jesus. I can almost hear his laughter and reassurance for us that he is fine. I will miss him dearly but have so many wonderful memories until I see him again. Bee Buxkemper

August 20, 2017

Drew will be greatly missed as he was a blessing to all that knew him. He is now among the angels and walking tall! I pray for God's great comfort to surround all of his family!
Tony Marsh

Annie Corrales, RN

August 20, 2017

Sabrina and Rusty, I have never forgotten the joy of caring for Drew as his home nurse when he was 6 - 7 years old. Those days were filled with music, crafts, some stellar drumming skills, and a ton of fun and laughter, enjoying Drew's wit, incredible intellect, and zest for life! He was such a determined and brave kid! I remember fondly drinking Dixie cup "shots" of Dr. Pepper and water, and laughing so hard the day he asked me to teach him how to belch! Which he excelled at - made me proud! And then turned the cup onto his forehead and proudly proclaimed, "Look Annie, I'm a uni-cup! " He was truly a brilliant light in this world. I'm so very sorry for your loss. I hope you are in some small way comforted by knowing just how many lives he touched and brightened.

Diedra Thompson

August 20, 2017

So sorry for your loss...Drew was amazing! He will be missed by many. It's been a year since Caleb gained his wings...every day there is a smile or a tear, sometimes happy sometimes sad...mixed emotions! Please let me know if you need anything. Love and prayers to you and your family.

Brittney Johnson

August 20, 2017

My condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Drew briefly. He stopped by the desk I work at in the Library. We talked cameras and photography. Talking with him definitely brightened my day.

Kelly and Tammie Buford

August 20, 2017

Kirk family...so sorry for your loss of your loved one. You have a special guardian angel up there watching over you. Prayers for your family. Drew...go fly high with the angels! Vaya con dios...

Chera Hickerson

August 20, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss of a loved one. He is now home and healthy. Flying with the angels. Tammie you and your family are in my prayers..

August 20, 2017

Drew was in my class....such a joy! Sympathies to you all. Kathy Sconiers

Anne Post

August 20, 2017

Drew was a blessing! I had him in class and he always had a smile and never complained! He will be missed by many. God gave him a big heart and he showed his great character to all who knew him! My prayers are with all the family for The Spirit to provide peace and comfort to you all. He's home forever, healed forever and living forever! May God bless you all, Anne Post

Bob & Shirley Lester

August 18, 2017

Fly high with the Angels Drew. Restraints on you by mortal are now released, you are free to run and play. Prayers of peace to the family during your home going. Did not see you very much but was impressed by you. May the joy of Christ fill the hearts empty at this moment.

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