Lyle Guy Kirkendall
July 10, 1929 - November 14, 2018
Obituary
Lyle Guy Kirkendall of Aberdeen died Wednesday, November 14 at Sinai Hospital. He was 89.
Born in Sioux Falls, SD he was the son of the late Guy E. & Dorothy (Moss) Kirkendall.
A US Navy veteran, Mr. Kirkendall retired from Aberdeen Proving Ground as a Machinist. He was a member of Grove Presbyterian Church, the APG Flying Club and was a former square dance caller.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Alma (Kershner) Kirkendall; children, Alan L. Kirkendall and wife Susan of Pasadena, MD, Lynn G. Ciano and husband Joseph of Lincoln University, PA and Darlene B. Phillips and husband Scott of Millsboro, DE; grandchildren, Allison, Kathleen, Debra, Stephany, Sarah, Stacy, Melissa, Jeffrey and Andrew and five great grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his son in 1977, Lyle G. “Buzzy” Kirkendall and siblings, Richard, Eugene “Bud” and Genevieve.
A visitation will be held on Monday, November 19 from 5-7pm at the Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home. A funeral service conducted by Rev. David Bleivil and Rev. Dr. George G. O’Toole will be held at 10am on Tuesday, November 20 at Grove Presbyterian Church. Interment will be in Grove Presbyterian Cemetery.
Events
Visitation
Mon Nov 19, 2018 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
Service
Tue Nov 20, 2018 @ 10:00 AM EDT
Grove Presbyterian Church • 50 East Bel Air Avenue, Aberdeen, MD 21001
Photos
No photos of Lyle have been shared yet.
Memories
LD
Linda Dempsey
Other •
The Kirkendall family has been blessed by the life of a good husband, father, and grandfather. I was blessed to know Lyle & Alma as good friends and neighbors. God Bless and keep all of you in His arms at this difficult time. Linda Dempsey
RL
Ruth Libby
Other •
I met Lyle over 20 years ago and he is the reason I am a square dancer today. He was always so patient and steady in his teaching and calling. He leaves a lot of square dancers very sad. He added a lot to the square dancing world. Alma, I am soooo sorry. Enjoyed the sessions at your home. My prayers are with you.
DM
Doren McBroom
Other •
Alma, I am saddened by the news of Lyle's passing. I admired his patient and gentle nature. He was one of the true gentleman. I’m glad I had the chance to visit with him a few months ago. Rest assured he will be remembered fondly by many.
CG
Clayton Goss
Other •
Lyle was instrumental in my getting started as a caller. His advice and willingness to share mic time was what any new caller needs to get started! Rest in peace friend!
TB
Tom Buonaugurio
Other •
I just heard about the service last night from my mom. Mr Kirkendall (as I knew him while a kid ) was very kind, practically gave me my first car a 1966 Ford truck I was probably more trouble then anything. It was in our "family" for almost 10 years, couldn't have made it through college without it. Loved hanging out with the family as I grew up; thank you all for putting up with me. Sympathies and prays on his passing. Warmest Regards Tom Buonaugurio
KW
Kevin White
Other •
Kevin White
I was saddened to hear of the death of Lyle. I worked at The Ballistics Research Laboratory and was frequently in need of his machinist expertise in construction of parts for my projects. His knowledge, competence and patience in completing these tasks were greatly appreciated by me.