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James Alan Kirkland
James Alan Kirkland reached the summit of his longest and most adventurous hiking trail on February 28, 2022.
Jim is survived by his wife, the former Carla Nolen, and two sons. Calen and his wife Kayla and their children, Greyson Jacob and Tatum Nolen Kirkland; and Wyatt and his wife Kayla Kirkland of St Charles, MO. Two sisters: Jeri (Bob) Shaw of Villa Park, IL, and Joanne Kirkland (Kevin Clark) of Madison, WI. Sister and brother-in-law Geri and Richard Morgan of Carrier Mills.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday March 5, 2022, in the Carrier Mills First United Methodist Church, 109 East Washington St. Carrier Mills, IL, where friends may call after 9:00 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery.
Memorials to the Carrier Mills First United Methodist Church in lieu of flowers.
Absher-Nicholson Funeral Home in Carrier Mills entrusted with the arrangements.
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John Dickson
March 6, 2022
Carla,
So sorry to learn of Jim's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
The Hathaway's - Jeff, Kelly, Jessica & Jeremy
March 4, 2022
Our heart's break for your loss. Jim was a true treasure. Prayer's for peace for all of you.
Sharry Henk
March 4, 2022
Carla, my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you all find peace.
John Shultz
March 3, 2022
Dear Carla and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I appreciated knowing Jim, especially during his time at SIC. He was consistently friendly, thoughtful and genuine - a rare combination. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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