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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Robert "Kirk" Kuykendall, 56, born on September 14, 1958 and passed away on May 29, 2015. We will remember him forever.

 

Instead of Flowers, In Kirk’s memory donations can be made to Women for Women International (http://www.womenforwomen.org) in his name.

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Earle Soukup
May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023
Kirk and I worked together for several, and we learned to play tennis together, but soon he far surpassed me. One of my last visits with him was at his home with his family, and he wore a mammoth wig. It was part of a costume. I for got the reason, maybe Halloween. It was fun. I would enjoy communicating with anyone about his last years. My e-mail address is erlsoukup@gmail.com. Kirk's smile was special, and I still miss him. -- Earle
Earle Soukup
March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023
I still think of Kirk. He and I worked together at Rockwell-Boeing in Anaheim. He was enjoyable to be with, and he became a wonderful tennis player. After he left Boeing, we only saw each other a few more times. His new employment took him to other states for periods of time. I am sorry that we drifted apart..
Symone Scales
October 4, 2015
October 4, 2015
Though I had occasion to visit with Robert only once, I always knew that he was part of our family circle and as such was an integral part of the strength of the Collins clan. Let us all fill his spot with the memory of the time we spent with him.
Deborah Crawford
September 16, 2015
September 16, 2015
Robert's passing seems like yesterday. I remember his happy and friendly disposition. My cousin is missed. Deborah
Penelope Lattimer
August 3, 2015
August 3, 2015
Dear Philomena and Mildred, and Aunt Ethel,
I am sending you heartfelt prayers and good thoughts. My eyes are filled with tears as I look at these photos of Robert, each of you, your mother and Edward. I remember Robert with great fondness. He was 11 years old when I married Edward so seeing him in his military academy uniform touched my heart deeply. He grew to be a handsome and kind hearted man. Life is so fragile. I hope that hearing from me gives you some comfort knowing that fond memories are held in my heart for each of you. With love, Penelope
Helen Wright
June 23, 2015
June 23, 2015
I too met your brother Robert at your wedding Mildred and just as you he was a lovely person. To you and the Kuykendall family I offer my deepest sympathy and pray that your memories and the time you shared will keep you during this difficult time. God Bless
Christopher Shulte
June 17, 2015
June 17, 2015
"Faith is an oasis in the HEART which will never be reached by the caravan of thinking." KAHLIL GIBRAN
Theodore Brooks
June 14, 2015
June 14, 2015
I met him once many years ago when Bill and Mildred were married. I'll always remember what impressed me as his easy going nature.

Ted
Anna Jackson
June 12, 2015
June 12, 2015
Philomena, Mildred, Sylvia, Yoshiko & family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy. We know that Robert was very special to each of you and we will continue to keep your family in our prayers.

Robert & Anna Jackson
Philomena Slater
June 12, 2015
June 12, 2015
Robert was my loving friend both in childhood and as an adult. We shared a loving and sincere “synchronicity” that embraced us on all levels-emotionally, mentally and spiritually. 
Most of all I will miss his counsel and the purity of his honesty.
I deeply loved my brother Robert.
sylvia slater
June 10, 2015
June 10, 2015
A poem for my dear Uncle.


I'm Free
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard his call, I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day, To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way, I've found that peace at the end of the day.
If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss, Ah, yes, these things too I will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow, I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My Life's been full, I savoured much, Good friends, good times, a loved one' touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me, God wanted me now, He set me free.

I will miss you, Your niece, Sylvia
Philomena Slater
June 10, 2015
June 10, 2015
Robert was my younger brother. We were very close. He was a consummate artist, electrical engineer and culinary innovator. Most of all, he was my loving friend. I am deeply pained by his passing.

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Earle Soukup
May 29, 2023
May 29, 2023
Kirk and I worked together for several, and we learned to play tennis together, but soon he far surpassed me. One of my last visits with him was at his home with his family, and he wore a mammoth wig. It was part of a costume. I for got the reason, maybe Halloween. It was fun. I would enjoy communicating with anyone about his last years. My e-mail address is erlsoukup@gmail.com. Kirk's smile was special, and I still miss him. -- Earle
Earle Soukup
March 6, 2023
March 6, 2023
I still think of Kirk. He and I worked together at Rockwell-Boeing in Anaheim. He was enjoyable to be with, and he became a wonderful tennis player. After he left Boeing, we only saw each other a few more times. His new employment took him to other states for periods of time. I am sorry that we drifted apart..
Symone Scales
October 4, 2015
October 4, 2015
Though I had occasion to visit with Robert only once, I always knew that he was part of our family circle and as such was an integral part of the strength of the Collins clan. Let us all fill his spot with the memory of the time we spent with him.
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cousins! patrick, robert and basil...some family reunion during the 80's.
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June 10, 2015
by Philomena Slater

Working as an electrical engineer  Robert was a civilian assigned to the   US Navy Ship the USS Carl Vincent.  This self-photo was taken and the following poem, which Robert wrote, was enclosed and sent to me (Philomena) shortly after his assignment. 

 

“Your Quest”

I have looked, and looked, and looked for truth.
But none can be found.

I have looked, and looked, and looked for strength.
But none seems to be.  

Where must I search to find the truth?
Of which I’ve only heard.

Where must I go to find the strength?
So few men have found.

 An old man said,
“Your quest is near, no need to travel far.”

 An old man said,
“Look inside yourself. There all is found.”

Now I peer inside myself,
To find the truth and strength.

Now I have found the truth.
And found what strength there is.

As I look inside myself,
I see what I’ve never seen.

As I look inside myself,
I don’t want to see.

 Written by, Robert J. Kuykendall 2/22/82

 

 

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