Alma Gray Kirkendall
September 19, 1930 - January 31, 2023
Obituary
Alma Gray Kershner, born on September 19, 1930 near Droop, West Virginia, died on January 31, 2023 at Accent Care Hospice in Baltimore at age 92. She was the 2nd of 4 children & oldest daughter of Snowden & Virginia Elizabeth Kershner. She was in preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, Lyle Guy Kirkendall; siblings Grover Kershner, Bernice Coyne, and Flora Tucker; children Diane Elizabeth (infant) and Lyle Guy Kirkendall Jr. Alma was an amazing seamstress, wonderful cook, and loving mother. She enjoyed gardening, camping, and square dancing. Alma is survived by her children Lynn Ciano (Joseph), Alan Kirkendall (Susan) and Darlene Phillips (Scott); 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home, Aberdeen on Monday, February 6th from 6:00-8:00 pm. A funeral service will be conducted at Grove Presbyterian Church, Aberdeen on Tuesday, February 7th at 10:00 am with burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, American Cancer Society or Grove Church.