Robert Kennard Kirk, Jr.
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Robert Kennard Kirk, Jr.

  • January 28, 1921 - January 11, 2012
  • Waco, Texas
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“R.K. a favoriate uncle of mine, and will be missed dearly. As noted he loved baseball, and he helped me in my career of ball, which I now am still...Read More » ”
1 of 15 | Posted by: Ed Schiller - Baytown, TX

“Our prayers are with you! I have fond memories of Mr. & Mrs. Kirk growing up just two doors down on Fadal Street. So sorry for your loss! ”
2 of 15 | Posted by: Susan Baggerly-Compton - Waco, TX

“My deepest sympathy to your family. May your precious memories and the caring thoughts of others help comfort you during this difficult time. ...Read More » ”
3 of 15 | Posted by: Sharon Whitney - Waco, TX

“Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Your Family and ours were neighbors as our sons grew us together. The Kirk family is a family of values...Read More » ”
4 of 15 | Posted by: Sue Lowry - Waco, TX

“Carl, I was so sorry to read of the passing of your father. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sherry Swain ”
5 of 15 | Posted by: Sherry Swain - Hewitt, TX

“Chuck so sorry for your loss, you have brought alot of great enjoyment to me and my Brother thru the years of working with you and we are sad with...Read More » ”
6 of 15 | Posted by: Ricky Williams - Waco, TX

“Carl and family, Our prayers and our thoughts are with you at this time. We wish you the deepest sympathy. ”
7 of 15 | Posted by: Monica & Mark Henry - Hewitt, TX

“I have fond childhood memories of visiting with Mr. Kirk every time he walked his dogs down our street (Fadal Ave.) He was always very friendly. I...Read More » ”
8 of 15 | Posted by: Kerri (Bullard) Jolliff - Waco, TX

“Sorry to here about your fathers passing. You and your family will be in my prayers. Know that he is in God's loving arms welcoming him home. ”
9 of 15 | Posted by: Aurora Vigil & Family - waco, TX

“Prayers and thoughts for the family.Ex-next neighbors on Fadal Street. ”
10 of 15 | Posted by: Anita Jimenez - Waco, TX

“Our sincere condolences to the Kirk family on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may his passing be a continued celebration of...Read More » ”
11 of 15 | Posted by: James & Ellen Swift - Thibodaux, LA

“Our sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now - May God's love give you strength during your time of sorrow. ”
12 of 15 | Posted by: Chris & Donzel Garrett - Houston, TX

“So sorry to hear about Uncle RK. We were hoping to see him when we came down in March. Our sympathy to all the family. ”
13 of 15 | Posted by: Terry & Cherri Craft - Fairborn, OH

“Sending our sympathy to the Kirk family. ”
14 of 15 | Posted by: Kathy(Craft) Kobylarczyk - WI

“I worked with son Carl many years ago but never met his father. I can tell you that Carl must have had a very loving and great Mom and Dad to be the...Read More » ”
15 of 15 | Posted by: Jim Hearn - Colleyville, TX


Robert Kennard Kirk, Jr. January 28, 1921 - January 11, 2012 Robert Kennard Kirk, Jr., 90, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2012. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 14, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel with Rev. Ron Durham officiating. Burial will follow at Waco Memorial Park. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 13, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey, 6101 Bosque Blvd. Robert was born January 28, 1921, in Rosebud, Texas, to Robert Kirk and Artie Bullock Kirk. He married Esther Wuebker on November 26, 1953. Robert worked for General Tire and Rubber Co. for 32 years, retiring in 1982. Upon retirement, Robert began "taking tickets" for Baylor Athletics. He loved supporting Baylor in this way for over 20 years. He was a member of St. John United Church of Christ, Robinson, TX. Robert loved the sport of baseball. He coached numerous years in Little League and Teen Age baseball in Waco. When his sons were no longer playing baseball, he was frequently seen at games just for the love of the sport. He was an avid Texas Ranger's fan. He was preceded in death by his wife, Esther; and his seven brothers and sisters. Survivors include his sons, Charles R. Kirk of Hewitt and Carl D. Kirk and wife, Ronda, of McGregor; granddaughter, Courtney E. Kirk of Waco; grandson, Colby D. Kirk of McGregor; brother-in-law, William "Bill" Wuebker, of Robinson; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family expresses their thanks to Dr. J.D. Kosarek and staff of the Midway Hillcrest Clinic for their many years of care. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 85, Waco, TX 76703. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.WilkirsonHatchBailey.com. Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey