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Toby Kirchman Obituary

January 28, 1983 - March 15, 2015
SFC Toby David Kirchman, an Army veteran living in San Antonio, went to be with his Lord on March 15, 2015. He was born on Jan. 28, 1983, in Bartlesville, OK. He was a graduate of Thunderbird Military Academy. Toby joined the U.S. Army and became an Infantryman. He was stationed in Georgia, Hawaii, and served two tours in Iraq where he was awarded The Bronze Star. Toby is survived by his parents, Lester Matthew Kirchman and Gina Diane Moore Kirchman, his wife Mindi Wall Kirchman and many other relatives. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, David Randolph Kirchman, Bobby Gean Moore, "Papa JD" Brannam and Grandmothers Anna Lucille Brannam, Mary lda Evaline Hawkins and Niece Whitney Elise Kirchman. After Toby retired he enjoyed drag racing and was known as the "One Armed Bandit" at the San Antonio Race Track. Services will be held at Colonial Funeral Home, 625 Kitty Hawk, Universal City, TX. Viewing will be 4-6 pm March 23rd and service at 6pm. Pastor Alvin Baldwin will give the message. Toby's final resting place will be Arlington National Cemetery later this year where he will join his band of brothers.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Mar. 21, 2015.

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March 30, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I enjoyed having Toby as a student in my first grade class. His service with the military was outstanding and impressive. We will all miss Toby!
Sincerely,
Marilyn and Gary Fickel

Marilyn Fickel

March 30, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I enjoyed having Toby in my first grade class. His service with the military was outstanding and impressive. We will all miss Toby!
Sincerely,
Marilyn and Gary Fickel

Hazel Caliz

March 24, 2015

i am sad to learn we have lost another hero. Toby was a great guy with a charming personality. I was fortunate to know him. He was humble and talented. My condolences to his family May you find peace and strength in dealing with this loss.He will be missed.

Brenda Norris

March 23, 2015

Mindi, the right words just aren't enough to tell you how deeply saddened I am to learn of Toby's passing. Your love for each other was such an inspiration during the time we spent with you both at the Fisher House. My prayers are with you.

Sally

March 22, 2015

So sad to hear of your loss Mindi, Toby had such a great sense of humor and kept us all smiling at the Fisher House. God give you comfort knowing Toby is in His arms.

Susan Carter

March 22, 2015

Our hearts and prayers and love go out to you, Mindi, and to Noah. This is such a tragedy. RIP Toby. The Carter Family

Mollie Nunn

March 22, 2015

Mindi, and family...sending soft hugs to you across the miles. Thinking of you, I'm so sorry.

Traci Watson (Clayman)

March 22, 2015

Matt,
My heart aches for you and the entire Kirchman family during this aweful time. Toby was a fearless and an amazingly fun person to be around. Sending thoughts of peace and serenity your way.

Kayla Feagin

March 22, 2015

We had some good laughs at the Fisher House, and spending time with y'all after moving out, still laugh when I see pics from the fourth of July at the y'all house watching fireworks on tv. Much love! Justin , Kayla, Ty and Kylee Feagin

Jack & MaryAnn Clark

March 21, 2015

Matt and Hazel, Jack and I want to let you know we are thinking of you at this. We can't imagine what you have been going through. May God give you the peace and strength you need right now. Our love in Christ, Mary Ann and Jack Clark

Day is done, Gone the sun, Sleep Brother

Jim Ogilvie, Gunny USMC

March 21, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to the Kirchman family. Toby was a first class soldier, if not for that accident he would of been an outstanding Sgt's Maj. Rest in peace brother - you hurt no more.
Semper Fi

Eva Underwood

March 21, 2015

Hazel, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your grandson so soon after David's passing. My prayers will be for you and your family during the up coming days. Love you, Eva

March 21, 2015

To the entire Kirchman family I'm so sorry for your loss. Shirley Kintner

March 21, 2015

Love you guys and are keeping you in our prayers.So very sorry for your loss. Bea and Jerry

Mike Smith

March 21, 2015

May you rest in Peace Toby. Our hearts ache for you and your family. An American hero, you will not be forgotten.

Joyce Rapier

March 21, 2015

Hazel and Matthew Kirchman, my heart is heavy reading my great nephew, Toby's, obituary. May God hold you gently in the palm of His hand and give you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Toby's siblings and friends.

March 20, 2015

Ilene and Mike VanGorden

March 20, 2015

It is with a sad heart to write this. I know there are no word's to say to ease the pain of loss. Just know all of you are in my prayers. Sending love to your family.

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