John William Henry Kirkland, Sr., 70, of Memphis, TN passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018.  Mr. Kirkland was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edna Kirkland; and two sisters, Rosemary and Sweet Pea.  He is survived by his daughter, Samantha Lepkowicz(Vince); son, John W. H. Kirkland, Jr.(fiance, Heather); grandchildren: Stephanie, Kinsley, Hayden, and Henry; one great-grandchild on the way, Ayden; and sister, Sue.  The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Saturday, December 5, 2018 from 1:00-2:00 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 2:00 p.m.  Both visitation and service will be held at Northridge Woodhaven Funeral Home.