James Matthew Kirkland's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2023 in Franklin, North Carolina

James Matthew Kirkland

May 12, 1941 - December 9, 2023 (82 years old)

Franklin, North Carolina

James Matthew Kirkland's obituary , Passed away on December 9, 2023 in Franklin, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Macon Funeral Home

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James Matthew Kirkland

May 12, 1941 - December 9, 2023 (82 years old)

Franklin, North Carolina

James Matthew Kirkland Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James Matthew Kirkland of Franklin, North Carolina, who passed away at the age of 82, on December 9, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Matthew Kirkland to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Matthew and Nannie Mae Helms Kirkland; and his son Wade Kirkland. He is survived by: his wife Peggy Long Kirkland; his children, Matt Kirkland of Franklin, NC, Randy Kirkland of Danridge, TN, Lisa Rutherford of Tomball, TX and Betsy Cleveland of Winter Haven, FL; his stepsons, Buster Marrall, Jr. and Greg Marrall; and his siblings, Horace Kirkland of Auburndale, FL and Ellen Osborn of Tallahassee, FL.. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Macon Funeral Home



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417 Holly Springs Church Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

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