Obituary...........
Ann Lynn Kirk Johns Island - Ann Lynn
Kirk died on June 4, 2016 after a brief battle for recovery after suffering a
fall and resultant stroke and traumatic brain injury. Ann passed away peacefully
surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born June 10, 1948 in San Antonio, TX
into an Air Force family. Throughout her childhood she lived in TX, VA, OH, CA,
France, AL and returned to TX where she graduated from Robert E. Lee High School
in 1966. She earned a BS in Education in 1970 from Southwest Texas State
University, where she was a member of the Delta Zeta sorority. Ann began
teaching elementary school in San Antonio, when she met the love of her life, Al
Kirk. They were married in August 1971 and moved to Enid, OK for Al to begin Air
Force pilot training. Future Air Force moves included Newport News, VA;
Puyallup, WA; and finally Marietta, GA in February 1979 where Ann began her life
as a Delta Air Lines pilot's wife. While in Marietta, Ann's love of teaching
continued as she taught kindergarten and was a substitute teacher for many
years. She later became a set tutor for television shows and movies to include
the TV show "I'll Fly Away" and the movie "Remember the Titans." Throughout her
34 years in Marietta, Ann kept her calendar full. She was a long time member and
past-president of Indian Hills Women's Golf Association. She was a course rater
for many years and Director of GSGA from 2008-2013. Her love for the game of
golf had many memories to include being the Women's Club Champion at Fort
McPherson and a hole-in-one in 2007. Ann was a member of multiple ALTA teams
that won city and division championships. Additionally, she was a founding
member of The Twilight Twirlers of Marietta, as well as the seamstress for all
their costumes. They marched in parades in GA, LA, and TN and at Disney World.
Ann and Al moved to Charleston, SC in 2013. She immediately became active in the
Stono Ferry WGA and quickly acquired many new friends. Ann's greatest sense of
pride was from her children and her beloved grandchildren. Al and Ann were
married almost 45 years and made some amazing memories including golfing in
Ireland, family beach vacations to Emerald Isle and St. Augustine, and every
moment with their yellow lab, Lexi. Ann was an avid sports fan who loudly rooted
for the Braves, Cowboys and Ole Miss Rebels. Ann will be remembered by her
beautiful blue eyes, contagious smile and her overall love of life and everyone
around her. Ann was predeceased by her parents, Ernest Eugene and Mildred Irene
Gossett. Surviving Ann are her adoring husband, Al; their 2 children: Brian
(Tieah) and Katherine (Michael); her brothers David and Bob, sister Nancy; and
her 4 grandchildren: Olivia, Tyler, Virginia Ann and Cooper; and yellow lab,
Lexi. Donations may be made to the MUSC Children's Hospital Fund, 59 Bee Street-
MSC 201, Charleston, SC 29425. A service was held Monday, June 6, 2016 at St.
Andrews Episcopal Church in Mount Pleasant, SC. The family will have a
celebration of her life later this summer in Atlanta. A memorial message may be
sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook
at www.legacy.com/obituaries/
charleston
.Published in Charleston Post &
Courier on June 10, 2016
~ IN MEMORY ~
Ann Gossett Kirk, wife of DL Capt. Al
Kirk
June 10, 1948 ~ June 4, 2016
Word has been received with the passing
of Ann Lynn Gossett Kirk, wife of retired Delta Captain Alfred
'Al' Kirk. Born/raised in Texas, Ann was nearing her 68th birthday at the time
of her passing. Ann had been hospitalized recently and suffered complications
due to a tragic fall.
Arrangements are still pending and will
be advised when known.
To the best of my knowledge personal
condolences may be sent to the family at
541 Two Mile Run , Johns Island, SC 29455-3449 ... (770)
977-9569.
As we receive more information we will be
sure to pass it along.
Thank you,
~ Carol for the PCN
From: Raymond
Harcourt Sent: Sunday, June 05, 2016 12:16 PM
To: Carol Faulkner
Subject: Ann Gossett Kirk
Ann Gossett Kirk passed away Saturday, June 4, 2016 In
Charleston, SC.
Her husband, Capt. Al Kirk is retired on the 767ER. He is a
DGS Instructor on the 757/767 in ATL.
Arrangements are pending and will be announced soon.
Thank you , Ray Harcourt
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