Kirk J. Richardson, 53, transitioned from his life on Earth, Tuesday September 8, 2015. He was born August 2, 1962 in Topeka, Kansas. Kirk married Eric Kaberline on November 17, 2014.
He graduated from Shawnee Heights High School and Bryan Career College. Kirk was an entrepreneur and had been self-employed for twenty-eight years.
He had an immense love for animals, especially his dogs Barbie, Bo, Goldie, Faith and Casey.
Kirk belonged to the Citizen Potawatomi Nation Tribe, and was very proud of his native culture and heritage. Kirk enjoyed continuing learning the native traditions and beliefs.
He enjoyed getting together with his friends at least once a week, sharing his experience, strength and hope.
Kirk was preceded in death by his father, Halleck Richardson, Sr., on November 10, 2003.
Kirk leaves behind his loving husband of 28 years, Eric Kaberline, in addition to his mother, Joan Pahmahmie Richardson, and his siblings Helen Hamilton, Gary Gonzales (Barbara), Hal Richardson, Jr., (Cathy), Steven Richardson (Susan), Valerie Thompson (Scott), and Kelly Pahmahmie.
Kirk is also survived by what he considered to be his second family, In-laws Ed and Margaret Kaberline, Mike Kaberline (Bill), Jim Kaberline (Lori), and Brian Kaberline (Traci).
Many nieces and nephews will miss their Uncle Kirk, along with numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will take place Tuesday, September 15 from 6-8pm at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave in Topeka, KS with funeral services to be held Wednesday, September 16 at 11:00am.
Those who wish to honor Kirk may make a memorial contribution to Helping Hands Humane Society of Topeka, 5720 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604.
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