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Carla Kirkland Obituary

Carla Sue Kirkland of Mart, passed away Oct. 4, 2009, at her home. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Littlepage Funeral Home with Dr. Rex Bland and Curt Persilver officiating. Burial will follow at Mart Cemetery. On Feb. 23, 1943, Mrs. Kirkland was born in Waco. She was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin D. Kirkland. She leaves behind four daughters, Terry Persilver and husband, Curt, Connie Slaughter and Kelly Austin, Becky Ensminger and husband, Donny, and Rachel Rowe and husband, Cheston; a brother, Ervin "Dan" Willingham; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was the light of their world, and sadly the light has faded and will soon become a star. Pallbearers will be Kelly Austin, Donny Ensminger, Cheston Rowe, C.J. Persilver, Josh Persilver, and William Waldrep. Littlepage, Mart February 23, 1943 - October 4, 2009 Sign the Guest Book at www.wacotrib.com

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Published by Waco Tribune-Herald from Oct. 5 to Oct. 6, 2009.

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Pat Curry

October 6, 2009

To Carla's family,
My heart is saddened to read of your Mother's passing. Having lost my Daddy on Sept 10th. I know the pain you are experiencing. May God wrap his arms around each of you and give the comfort that only he can give.
The B. T. Curry Family

Donna Shamblin

October 6, 2009

Terry,
Thinking of you and your family during this sad time.
TSTC-JBC

Keith, Stephanie, Lauryn and Katelyn Amy

October 5, 2009

Terry and family ~
Keith, Lauryn, Katelyn and I send our heartfelt condolensces to you and your family for the loss of your mother. We will have you in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days for healing and understanding.

John Kemp

October 5, 2009

The news of your mother's passing brings back the sorrow I felt at the death of my own mother. And in a small way I can understand a little of the grief you are going through. You are in my prayers, and may His angels hold you up during this season of sorrow.

October 5, 2009

It was an honor to take care of your mother in her last days. She was special to me. You girls did a wonderful job. Thinking of you.

Pat Hatahway, RN

tim joyner

October 5, 2009

To terrie , connie, becky and rachel so sorry to hear about your mother. i live in dallas now but will try to come down. i know there are no words to take away the pain and hurt. as time goes on it wont be as bad to bear but still will always be there. mothers are your life .. take care and let me know if you need anything. love ya tim 214-242-9491

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