KIRKWOOD, James William


Daily Miner, Kingman, Arizona - Posted on April 25, 2018 - James William Kirkwood was born on February 9, 1949, in Tucumcari, New Mexico. Jim was escorted to Heaven on April 21, 2018, due to a brain bleed, surrounded by his family. Jim attended Eastern New Mexico University and then married Donna Howell in December of 1969. They were blessed with four children; Randy, David, Jeff and Stephanie. He married his favorite UPS customer Renee Beauchamp in 2002 and was blessed with three stepchildren; Shannon, Jennifer and John. Jim is survived by his wife Renee, children, 20 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He is preceded in death by his father; James R. Kirkwood, mother; Mary Kirkwood (Hall), and his youngest brother; Tommy Kirkwood. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, April 29, at Jim and Renee’s home, 2576 E. Calle Chavez, Kingman, Arizona, 86401, continuing throughout the day. Please bring a dish and a story to share.