Kirklinn Fowlkes Obituary

Mr. and Mrs. Fowlkes:
My daughter, Mee-ae, followed behind Kirklinn at Sherwood in private lessons with Erica. We loved to watch him play; and although we missed him at recital this year, we appropriated a certain pride in the knowledge that he was now in college and paying for it with his precious musical gift. My husband even said that he was still the best of all of Erica's students. He was a sweet, well-mannered kid, and clearly supported and nurtured by you, his parents. I am so saddened by the tragedy and finality of his passing, and angered, I admit. I pray that you have peace, and that God have mercy on us all. This world has lost a good son.

On behalf of the men of Sigma Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. I express our deepest sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Fowlkes and their family. Kirklinn was a very talented young man. He appeared in several of our chapter's Talent Hunt Competitions and was a first place winner. We thank you for allowing us to be a part of his life. He will not be forgotten.

Heart felt condolences go out to you and the family, Mr & Mrs. Fowlkes, Kenny and Wendy. No words can adequately express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. KJ will certainly be missed. Although it has been years, I still remember what joy he brought to others in his own special way. May God be with you all during this time and may you find peace and strength to keep pressing forward. My prayers are with you all.

I am very, very sorry for your loss. In my six years at Brother Rice, there were few students that were in the league that Kirklinn was in. As a student, as a gentlemen, and as a person, he truly was remarkable. I will forever the days listening to him playing piano and talk about music.

Todd Schultz
former Associate Director of Bands
Brother Rice High School

Mr. and Mrs. Kirklinn Fowlkes,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. While you may not have answers, know that the Lord is with you. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

I offer my sincere condolences and prayers for Kirklinn's family and friends. He was very well liked by students and faculty in our music department at SIUE.

Please accept my deepest sympathy. KJ was a great friend to my daughter Gabby when they attended SIUE. I know that there are no words I can say to ease your pain. Please know that I will be praying for your family and that God will provide you with much needed comfort.

We are so deeply sorry for your family's loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God help you through this very difficult time.

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Fowlkes & family, As my husband I have expressed to you, Kj was like a son to us. Aj and his sisters considered him their brother. We have been devastated by his leaving us so soon, but we know that God knows what's best. So please take comfort in knowing that your Heavenly Father will keep you in perfect peace and he will grant you grace to make it through until you reach the heavenly gates where you will again see your beloved son Kj.
We love you and will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Respectfully,
The Arrington Family

Ken, Wendy and family;
I extend my heartfelt condolences, but most of all prayers, support and God's grace and strenght to you and your family at this time. I know that it is hard and you will have some difficult moments, but trust and be assured that as CJ has transitioned as in the song "I Going Up Yonder" to be with the Lord, he is still with you and cherish the memories.

Earnell

I remember KJ as the Piano Player and a sweet young man, he will be truly missed! My condolences. Latasha Carson and Family

My deepest sympathy to the family of Kirklinn Joseph Fowlkes, especially to my dear friends and colleagues, Kenneth and Wendy Walker Williams. My prayers are with you and yours. Take comfort in the fact his soul rests with the Lord, as surely as his spirit remains with you in your hearts. You will see him again.
Peace

To the family of K.J as I know him, I pray for your healing. K.J was a friend of my son Dextavius. I knew K.J to be a nice and respectful young man. He would also say hi when he drove thru the alley or came to the house to see if Dex could come outside. Again my heart goes out to your family as well as my son because K.J's death has devasted him also. He was looking forward to being on SIUE campus with him this year.

I can remember vividly the talent shows where those skilled fingers went to work! God Bless you all & may His loving arms and Grace sustain you...one day at a time. -Deneen White (Kyel White STM c/o 2005)

God Bless you, Kirklinn! My your family find peace in this time of turmoil! I will keep you in my prayers.

To your family I extend my deepest sympathy. I don't know you but I saw the last name and it took me aback. My name is also Fowlkes. I felt a kindred moment to extend my condolences.
Linda Fowlkes-Jones Maywood,Il.

Helen Smith Mason
12930 S. Normal 60628

God bless you and your family

My heart and prayers go out to the family of Kirklinn Fowlkes. I didn't get a chance to meet him but he was friends with my son and attended SIUE with my son Tyrone and they had been recording music over the summer break. It is so sad that this young man lost his life and he had so much going for him. My son is devastated and hurt over the loss of his friend. Kirklinn was a positive and kind young man. Rest in peace

Im'm praying that you and your family keep your eyes on the Lord from which all your help comes from.

My deepest sympathies to the Fowlkes family on the loss of their outstanding son. Kirklinn was one of the most respectful, kind and dependalble students I have had the honor or teaching. I am I have no doubt that he will make wonderful musical in heavan.

Patrick Henning
Director of Bands
Brother Rice H.S.

To the family of Kirklinn Joseph Fowlkes, know that you are in my prayers and that earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Prayerfully submitted,