Lynn A. Kirkland
Born: Thu., Dec. 8, 1955
Died: Tue., Jul. 19, 2016
Visitation
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Fri., Jul. 22, 2016
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Fri., Jul. 22, 2016
Location: Redmond Funeral
Home, Inc.
Funeral Service
10:00 AM Sat., Jul. 23, 2016
Location: St. Luke Lutheran Church
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Lynn A. "Kirk" Kirkland, 60, of Buffalo Township, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 19, 2016. Lynn was born Dec. 8, 1955, in New Kensington, a son of the late Pauline S. (Shoaf) and Alvin N. Kirkland. Lynn was a 1974 graduate of Burrell High School. After graduating, Lynn took a job at Oberg Industries. After 41 years of service, Lynn was the director of operations at the company's Freeport plant. He approached every day with a positive attitude and demonstrated exemplary work ethic that will be remembered by all who knew him. Lynn was an avid motorcyclist and had raced professional Motocross for many years - No. 857. He passed his love of two wheels on to his sons and loved to watch them ride and race. He enjoyed traveling all over the country with his boys to Pro Supercross and Motocross races. Lynn is survived by his wife of 27 years, Linda (Kuhlman) Kirkland; and his two sons, Cameron and Tahlon Kirkland; also his brother, James Kirkland; his two sisters, Harriett (David) Archibald and Jill (Bobby) Berger; his mother-in-law, Marie Kuhlman; and his sister-in-law, Janet (Tom) Lyons. Lynn is also survived by many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Edward Kuhlman. He was a member of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Cabot. Lynn's love and dedication to his wife, Linda, and his sons will always be cherished. He touched so many throughout his life and his legacy will live on forever. Family and friends will be received from 1 to 3 and 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 22, in the REDMOND FUNERAL HOME INC., 524 High St., Freeport. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 23, at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Cabot with the Rev. Barry J. Keurulainen officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312; American Heart Association, P.O. Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693; or American Motorcyclist Association, 13515 Yarmouth Drive, Pickerington, OH 43147.
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Gary Oakley
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Posted Wed July 20, 2016
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I'm deeply saddened by the loss of my cousin, Lynn. Although we haven't connected, in years, he wasn't far from my thoughts. My wife, Gail and i send our condolences to his family. He will be truly missed, but never forgotten.
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Amy Kijowski
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Posted Wed July 20, 2016
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My deepest sympathy to the Kirkland Family. I previously worked with Lynn at Oberg Industries and every time I saw him, he was always smiling.
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Judy and Larry Lutz
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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To Linda, Cameron, Tahlon and family:
We are so very sorry for the loss of your dear husband and father, Lynn. He was such a wonderful neighbor and friend and will be truly missed. You are all in our thoughts and many prayers. With our deepest sympathy, Judy and Larry Lutz and family
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Tom Hedfors
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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I worked with Lynn for many years at Oberg Ind and he will be sadly missed. His work ethic and value was unprecedented, as he was a key element in making Oberg Ind what it is today. His family should be extremely proud of Lynn's accomplishments and contributions to the Oberg Team. With our deepest sympathy, the Hedfors Family.
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John, Marion, John, and Christine Marty
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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Linda, Cameron & Tahlon, You are in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy.
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Todd Albright
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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Although I have always been a customer with Lynn, through the many years he has turned our business relationship into a friendship. He was truly kind hearted, genuine and a man of many words and good laughs. Conversations would always lead into his family and trips they took, and if you knew Lynn, he was very passionate about his family, about his job, about his Steelers and about his motocross. This world has lost a great one and heaven has gained. With our deepest sympathy and heavy heart, the Albright family.
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Bill Cathy Tyler Singer
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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Linda Cameron Tahlon
Our deepest sympathy to you . We are so sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. He was always so kind to Tyler . He loved Mr. K. We are out of town but you are certainly in our thoughts and prayers and we will stop by when we return .
Bill and Cathy Singer
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Mark Henne, Marcus Machinery
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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My sympathy to the Kirkland family at this most difficult time. My path crossed with Lynn's several times over the past 20 years in different capacities. He was always smiling and interested in the latest technology being offered that could benefit Oberg Industries. I will miss him. God Bless Lynn..... God Bless.
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Matt, Nancy, Troy, Travis Zema
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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Linda, Cameron, Tahlon..Our deepest sympathy to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Angels lead Lynn, into paradise.
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Jim, Susan, Nikki and Katie
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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We are very sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. You have our deepest sympathy. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Chuck and Annette Lucas
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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Chuck and I are both sadden to hear of the unexpected death of Lynn. May God grant the whole family comfort and peace during this difficult time. (Brian's parents)
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John & Valerie McConnell
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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So sorry to hear of this. Our sympathy goes out to the family. Gone before his time.
God speed 857.
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Dennis and Chris Ann Buday
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Posted Thu July 21, 2016
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I had the pleasure of working with Lynn on projects at Obergs. He was always pleasant and easy to work with. He was able to get the job done but always valued time to discuss matters of the heart, family, and friendships. Our deepest sympathy to Lynn's family at this time.
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SHARON MERS
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Posted Fri July 22, 2016
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Lynn was a dear sweet boy, cousin and man. He was loved and will be missed. I send love and prayers to his whole family. I am so glad we got to meet. We are all connected forever because of Lynn. With much sadness and Love Sharon
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Michael Chick
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Posted Fri July 22, 2016
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Although I did not know Lynn personally, I work with Harriett (Sister). Harriett has always spoken so fondly of Lynn that I wish I would have known him. I know the kind of person Harriet is, and I know Lynn was of the same mold.
Your entire family has my deepest sympathies on this very sad occasion.
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Mark Garrison
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Posted Fri July 22, 2016
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#857 .... you will be deeply missed .... love you .... #308 & the wife
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Glenn Kelly Courtney Robert Smith
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Posted Fri July 22, 2016
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Our deepest sympathies to Linda Cameron and Tahlon over the loss of your husband and father. We had a lot of great times during soccer. God bless
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