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Robert James Kirk III

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Robert James Kirk III, 84, passed to glory on May 7, 2006 in his home surrounded by his family. Mr. Kirk was born March 1, 1922 in Plattsburg, N.Y. to Col. Robert James Kirk, Jr. and Cleo Margaret (Curry) Kirk, who preceded him in death. His brother, Franklin Curry Kirk also preceded him in death. Bob married Blanche Belle Horkheimer February 22, 1951 in Dubuque, IA. She preceded him in death, February 13, 1989. He is survived by four sons: Richard (Laurie) Sanger, John (Gail) Sanger, Robert (Susan) Kirk, Franklin (Wendy) Kirk; two daughters: Katherine (Dale) Conrad and Bonnie Briggs (Gary Epperson). His brother, Courtenay Kirk (Mercedes) of Silver Springs Maryland survives. Pa is also survived by his 19 grandchildren: Chad, Kalie, Mandy, Jenny, Torie, Ryan Matthew, Sarah, Taylor, Courtenay, Amanda, Blanche, Lindsey, Nicole, Beau, Jessica Belle, Gracie, Jessica Johanna, and Sarah Jayne. Also surviving are his six great grandchildren: Alexis, Cortland, Cache, Austin, Jordyn and Brylee. Lt. Col. Kirk began his military career after his 1943 graduation from The Citadel Military Academy in Charleston, S.C. for his service during World War II in the European Theater Colonel Kirk received the Purple Heart and the Combat Infantry Badge. Following his military career Mr. Kirk was employed by American National Insurance Company for 20 years. The Gazette Telegraph, Pizza Hut restaurants, RJ Kirk Enterprises and K.C. Drywall Inc. He will be remembered for his faith, love, commitment and devotion to his family. Pa was greatly loved and will forever be missed. Graveside services with full military honors will be held at Fort Logan National Cemetery in Denver, CO., Thursday, May 11, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Dale L. Conrad presiding.

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Published by The Gazette on May 11, 2006.

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Wendy Kirk

January 29, 2007

Hey Pa, Just wanted to say things happen in our life everyday that remind us of you! Jordyn still talks of his PA often. He asks his mom if his Pa is in heaven. He is going to big a brother soon and is VERY excited for Kaylei Anne to be born. We all love you very much and miss you lots!

nicole kirk

January 16, 2007

hi pa it is me again i really mis you and wish you could be here right know.i miss you so much sometimes i ask my dad to tell me stories about you.well i have to go but i love you.

nicole kirk

January 16, 2007

hi pa i have not got a chance to talk to you.pa you were great man you did great things that we will never forget.i dont think anybody has as much as love as you did.you taught you children and grand children many things that they need to know in life.you have touched our lives in so many ways that i cant even explain.I love you.

December 13, 2006

Hi Dad I think of you several time a day and your personality and fairness gives me pride. I am proud you are my father and someday I will grow up to be just like you! Love Frank

Lynzi Kirk

July 30, 2006

Hey Pa, I miss you tons, I know you are in a better place with Ommie and Patrick. You taught me so much, My dad and I are gonna go to the Air Force games...it's gonna be my first time not going with you. It will be hard, but I know you will be there cheering them on. I love you tons. Love Happy

Courtenay Kirk

June 27, 2006

hiPA!!We love u and miss u everyday!! But we know u are enjoy the missed time with your Blanche!! tell her we said hi! Jordyn ask about u alot. but he always tells me ur are in heaven. then asks me if we can go pick u up!! he loves u and i know he will always remember you!! WE LOVE U!! Love your beauty,chad and jordyn!

Franklin Kirk

June 2, 2006

Dad, You know how I feel about you and that I always wanted to grow up to be just like you. If I can be half the man you are then I am doing good. You taught me right from wrong, and you taught me to never quit and never give up on things i believe in. You taught me what unconditional love is as you loved all of your family exactly that way, unconditionally. I love you very much and will miss you every day of my life...



U.S.A.F.A.!!!! GOOOO Air Force



Love Frank

Blanche, his wife

May 31, 2006

liz parber

May 24, 2006

My deepest condolences to the ‘Kirk’ Family. I didn't know your Dad, but from the way Frank spoke of your Dad; what an honor it must have been to have a Dad like yours. He will be greatly missed.



Regards,

Liz Parber

Gary Epperson

May 23, 2006

Pa, it was my honor. I would never trade the moments I was allowed to share.God Bless you Little Buddy

Gary

Frank Riddick

May 20, 2006

Sending my heart-felt condolences and deepest sympathy to all the family of Bob. He was a close boyhood friend, and we gratuated from The Citadel together in 1943.

May he rest in peace, Frank

nicole kirk

May 14, 2006

hi pa how are you doing.i really miss you and so does frank.i fracshered and dislocated my arm and it really hurt.i had been put to sleep so they could pop it back in to place so i would feel better and i wanted to break my arm before you died because i feel a lot better but my dad told me then you would be worried about me but i told him that you would know that i would be ok because he would be taking good care of me.when i was at the hospital all i could think about you. and i called the male nurse a dood nurse because i thought all nurses were supost to be girls but i geuss not.when the other male nurse came in to talk to me i was still half asleep when he came in because they had gave me medicine to make me sleep and i told the male nurse he had a big head.then i kept on telling my mom and dad that they had eight eyes and that they looked like aliens.i also said i wanted a beagel and he said i already had a beagel at home but i said i wanted a baby beagle so he could lick me in my face.i also kept on asking for a ferbie to lay with.and since then my dad has been taking care of me.like yesterday he took me to safeway to get me gatorade.then last night he took me to target because i ran out of gatorade and he also go me tea.when we were there we got my mom a clock a card an some joop perfume.we also got me and my sisters some candy bars.then we went home so he has been taking care of me.by the way we have been buying some of your favorite candy and eating it till it is gone then we go out and buy more and eat it till it is gone.i foregot to tell you i kept seeing you and omie while i was asleep.well i have been doing really good and i am going to sign it maybe again today or tommorow dont foreget to tell omie happy mothers day for me.i love you.

Bob Herholz

May 12, 2006

Dear Bob, Susan,& family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Thinking of you in this most difficult time.

Pa and Smiley

May 12, 2006

Pa and Happy

May 12, 2006

Pa and Beauty

May 12, 2006

Pa and Freindly

May 12, 2006

Pa and Candy

May 12, 2006

Pa, Beauty, Smiley, and Happy

May 12, 2006

Pals forever

May 12, 2006

Blanchie and Pa

May 12, 2006

Wendy Kirk

May 12, 2006

Pa....I wanted to say THANK YOU for being the best father-in-law a girl could every ask for. You have really been like a father to me and I Love you. You were also the only grandpa our girls every really knew, and I thank you for being the best "Pa" in the world. You always had something nice to say regardless to what was going on. We will talk of you often so that Jordyn and any future grandkids will know what an amazing man you are. Your memory will live in this family forever. I love you and will miss you forever.

Lynzi Kirk

May 12, 2006

Pa, you taught me so much! I will miss you forever. I love you and miss you! Love Lynzi

Sarah Conrad

May 11, 2006

Pa I love you so much, and will miss you!!! You are so happy now and that makes me happy. Can't wait to see you again!!!! You are the best grandpa ever! Love you.

Kathy Conrad

May 11, 2006

To my dearest dad you are the best friend I've ever had. I will miss you forever, see you on the other side. Tell ma hi! Love, Kath

Teresa and Tamia Herholz

May 11, 2006

Bob and family,



Tamia and I are sorry to hear of your father/grandfathers passing. You are in our prayers and thoughts.



Fondly,

Teresa and Tamia Herholz

Courtenay Kirk

May 11, 2006

Have a nice rest Bob.
Your brother Courtenay.

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