Kern County Obituaries

Thomas Edgar Kirkbride

Submitted by Don Stowell; 13 Feb 2008

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Thomas Edgar Kirkbride, 56, died in his home January 1, 2001. Thomas was a 1 year 
resident of California City, and has also resided in Lancaster, CA and Wichita Falls, TX.
Thomas was born December 21, 1945 in Holy Oke, Massachusetts. He was a Photo 
Engineer for 22 years. He served his country for 22 years, and was a 100% disabled Vietnam 
Vet. Thomas received the Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Award, and the Purple 
Heart. He was also a member of the V.F.W., D.A.V., N.R.A., and the American Legion.
Thomas was a proud veteran, a loving father, son, brother, and a very good friend. He 
leaves to mourn his wife of 34 years, Lupe Kirkbride, of California City, CA; three daughters, 
Marti Zamorano, of West Hills, CA; Michelle Kirkbride, of California City, CA; Vanessa 
Venegas of California City, CA; two sons, Leandro Kirkbride of California City, CA; and Thomas 
Kirkbride Jr., of Newport News, VA; 10 grandchildren and host of relatives and friends. His 
mother, Helen Kirkbride, and his brother, Larry Kirkbride preceded him in death.
Services were held January 8, 2001 at Stickel Mortuary at 4 p.m., conducted by the family. If 
you would like to make a donation in lieu of flowers send them to 7748 Poppy Blvd., California 
City, CA 93505. Thomas will be greatly missed.
 
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