Gary L. Kirkman

Gary L. Kirkman, 61, of Columbia City, Ind., passed away at 5:38 a.m. Monday, February 9, 2015 at his home.Born March 5, 1953 in Des Moines, IA, he was the son of Gerald L. and Ruby E.(Gerhart) Kirkman.

He graduated from Des Moines Tech High School with the Class of 1972. Gary worked at Des Moines General Hospital for 28 years and Babes Restaurant in Des Moines. He enjoyed collecting Coca Cola items and watching Soaps and wrestling.

Survivors include his sister, Beverly (Richard) Kohne of Columbia City; brother, Gerald (Ann) Kirkman of Columbia City; niece, Karla (Todd) Parker of Columbia City; nephew, Jon (Michelle) Radosevich of Columbia City; and four great-nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be 1-3 and 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at DeMoney-Grimes, a Life Story Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Dr., Columbia City. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Thursday, February 12, 2015 at South Park Annex Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Whitley County Transit.