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Larry Gene “Big Daddy” Kirkland

November 18, 1964 - November 17, 2022
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Vance Brooks
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Mandy Brundage
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Kelly “Kee Kee” Kirkland
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Scott McDonald
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Helen Stewart
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Jeramy & Mary B9wie
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Alan Goodroe
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Jeremy W. Armstrong
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Tracye Rhodes
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Visitation
Vance Brooks Funeral Home - PC
3738 Hwy 431 North / 280 West
Phenix City, AL 36867
Sunday 11/20, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Service
Vance Brooks Funeral Home - PC
3738 Hwy 431 North / 280 West
Phenix City, AL 36867
Monday 11/21, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Lakeview Memory Gardens
Monday 11/21

Larry Gene “Big Daddy” Kirkland, Jr., age 57, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2022 at his residence. Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Vance Brooks Funeral Home, 3738 US Hwy 431N, Phenix City, Alabama on Monday, November 21, 2022, 2 p.m. with Reverend Ed Grifenhagen officiating. IntermentContinue Reading

Mandy Brundage left a message on January 25, 2023:
I am very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and calm during this difficult time
Kenny Culpeppper left a message on December 10, 2022:
Condolences sent to a great bud that I went to high school with. To his mom, Kelly, and Janet my heart goes out to you. God bless you and cherish the time you had with him, I sure will. Much love sent and prayers. Kenny Culpepper
Kelly “Kee Kee” Kirkland left a message on November 21, 2022:
My loving baby Brother, You already know how much your big sis loved & treasured you. Your beautiful heart, tender bear hugs, blazing smile, unconditional love, & my hero warrior in battle, will be missed. You have laid down Sword in Victory, taking your rightful place in that great crowd of witnesses in heaven, cheering us onward to keep fighting the good fight of faith. I am thankful our heavenly Father, gives us Grace and makes his children eternally one in His Holy Spirit, through His Son Jesus Christ, our Lord—Always, Victorious.. Boy, you got me off guard with this one, your big sis could not fight with you in this last one, but you won this one all on your own, with the mightiest Warrior of all at your side, Jesus Christ. Love & prayer & my sword for our mother, your children, grandchildren, and mine. Until I see you again…
Scott McDonald left a message on November 20, 2022:
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Ramona left a message on November 20, 2022:
My prayers go out to the family. RIP
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Lashanta Valentine left a message on November 19, 2022:
Savannah and I met in the teen pregnancy school. Such a beautiful spirit. When then started working at Wellsfargo where I learned Larry was a business owner of a popular restaurant and Savannah worked for him. Savannah mother shortly passed and her best friend was her daddy. I also had the pleasure of seeing him at Savannah wedding. They did a lot together and recently came in my job together laughing and smiling. Little did I know it would be the last time I see Larry. He smiled a lot. My condolences to the family. I am heart broken such a tragic the day before his birthday which is also my birthday. That would make us birthday twins. Just know there is no loss here. God was ready for Larry and it was a blessing meeting him. Savannah if you need anything even advice don’t hesitate to reach out love you
Emily Ellison Strickland left a message on November 19, 2022:
I send my love and prayers to my family. I pray for comfort in the coming days for Jane Brown (Larry's mom), Janet Lee & Kelly (Larry's sisters), and extended family. Rest in peace, Larry. I am sure you are cooking up a storm in heaven.
Helen Stewart left a message on November 19, 2022:
My sincere sympathy to the Kirkland family especially Kristen (my dear friend). I know that you loved your dad so much!!! You spoke of him often. He is in good hands resting peacefully with our Lord and Savior. Helen Stewart Auburn University
Jeramy & Mary B9wie left a message on November 18, 2022:
You will be greatly missed! Safe travels! until we talk again.
Alan Goodroe left a message on November 18, 2022:
Rest easy big guy. The world definitely lost a big bright light with this one.
Jeremy W. Armstrong left a message on November 18, 2022:
I knew Larry for almost 20 years as a regular customer at The Tap. He would always make you laugh with his “joke of the day”. He also loved his Alabama Crimson Tide. Many great memories of Larry. He will be missed. My prayers are with his family.
Tracye Rhodes left a message on November 18, 2022:
He was so very cared for by lots of people. Prayers to his children
David Norris left a message on November 18, 2022:
Very sad to hear the news of Larry's passing. He always had a smile and hello for everyone and he always treated me like family. I'll miss Larry very much, and my deepest condolences to Kristen, Savannah, Kevin and all of the family. 🙏
Vance Brooks left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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