01/09/2026
Wilma Dean Kirkland
April 8, 1934 - January 5, 2026
Wilma Dean Kirkland, age 91, passed away on January 5, 2026, at Circle of Life in Bentonville, Arkansas, leaving behind a cherished legacy. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and love will be deeply missed.
Born on April 8, 1934, to Loy and Irene Aaron, Wilma grew up in Springdale, Arkansas, where she graduated from Springdale High School in 1952. On July 8, 1955, she married the one true love of her life, Theo Kirkland. They were married for 68 years before Theo passed away in May of 2023.
Wilma's life was centered around her family, though she faced significant loss in the later years when her beloved husband, Theo, and both of their sons, Bryan Dirk Kirkland and James DeWitt Kirkland died.
Wilma is survived by her loving family who will continue to honor her memory: Her daughter: Vicki Marts & Son-in-law: Jeff Marts, Daughter-in-laws: Lyn Kirkland and Robyn Kirkland, Grandson: Ty Kirkland (Savannah), Granddaughters: Tess (Joey) Hesson, Addie Rose (Blake) Davis, and Samantha (Jonathan), Johnson
Five wonderful great-grandchildren: Shiloh and Wyatt Kirkland, River and Forest Johnson, and Harrison Davis.
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