Jerald C. Kirkman, 85, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015.
He was born June 9, 1929, on Ashley Creek, son of Arch and Myrtle Davis Kirkman.
He worked more than 30 years for Champion Hoist Co. of St. Louis and retired from EMMPCO in East Moline, Ill., as senior vice president of international sales.
He was a member of South County Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Clark, Ray and Don Kirkman; a sister, Marie Buttice; and a grandson.
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Betty; three children, Kay Kirkman-Diven, Gary Kirkman and Eric Kirkman; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
Graveside service are 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 24, in Boone Creek Cemetery under direction of Fox Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made at www.foxfh.net.
