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VINCENT KIRCHNER Obituary
VINCENT I. KIRCHNER (Age 91)
A resident of Arlington County, passed away on December 15, 2012. He was a WWII Veteran and a retired Electrical Contractor. He is survived by his wife, Blanche Downs Kirchner, five children; Joseph (wife, Wendy Oscarson), Thomas (wife, Angelia), Bernard (wife, Francine Greco), Gregory (wife, Cindy Probel) and Jane (husband, Richard Buchholz) Kirchner; siblings, Catherine Wynne, Theodore (wife, Mary Joan) Kirchner and James (wife, Betty) Kirchner; twelve grandchildren; Thomas, Jr., Leigh, Kristen, William, Charles, Allison, Joseph, Natalie, Bristol, Benjamin, Sarajeanne and Katie; seven great-grandchildren, Thomas III, Luke, Dillon, Christopher, Bridget, Keleigh and Charles Allen. He is preceded in death by a grandson, Jerry. Visitation hours will be on Wednesday, December 19, 2012 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Murphy Arlington Funeral Home. Memorial Service will be at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Arlington, Virginia on Thursday, December 20, 2012 at 4 p.m. Private Interment at National Memorial Park, Falls Church, VA. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Alzheimer's Association, alz.org. Arrangements entrusted to Murphy Arlington Funeral Home 4510 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA, 22203, 703-920-4800. murphyfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for VINCENT KIRCHNER
Dennis Burke
January 2, 2013
Vinnie was always so kind to our entire family. He was a faithful friend to my dad. We will continue to keep the entire family in our prayers. And Uncle Willie didn't wait but a couple of weeks to join his friend. No more pain, no more sorrow.
Mike Lubeley
December 23, 2012
Joe and Family
I recall your Dad from my earliest days and now know he was one of those special people of that great generation. You all should be so proud of his life, as is evidenced by all of you, his family!
Mike Good
December 21, 2012
He will be missed by all that knew him.
Mike Good
Sallie Good
December 21, 2012
With deepest sympathy and fond memories.
Sallie Good
December 21, 2012
With deepest sympathy.
Sallie Good
Kate Van Slyck
December 19, 2012
Dear Jane and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Although I did not know him, I can see from the other comments how special he was to many people. Please know that I am thining of you.
December 19, 2012
Vinnie has remained a friend since our children were small. At one time he was our neighbor and helped us in so many ways. Our family extends our sympathy to his family. May God bless. Millie Howerton and family
Donna Burch
December 19, 2012
He is safely Home and I am sure he and Al will be enjoying each other as they always did in the past. There were many good times with Blanche and Vinnie and family in the past. I just hope God is ready to handle both of them together now.
December 18, 2012
Vinnie will be missed. One of the finest gentleman I ever had the pleasure to be associated with. Rest in peace. Your friend, Chuck Hines.
Gregory Kirchner
December 17, 2012
Dad, we will miss you so much. Our hearts are happy that you are no longer suffering here on earth. You have given so much to your family and your country.You are a true American. Those lonely and dangerous nights and days fighting in North Africa and then in Italy,this must have been so hard,Then you came home and served your family,your church,your community. For all those who new you, we all are blessed thru and thru, always love your son Gregory.
December 17, 2012
My father was a true American.He was a loyal husband and great father.He served his country and his community without reservation.Dad helped those in need each and every day.Dad gave to his church all of his life.All those who new my father respected and loved him dearly.Arlington County, Virginia has lost a true friend and devoted citizen. I love you dad, always and forever. ** your son Gregory
Mike McGuirk
December 17, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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