Gene Melvin Kirkendall, Jr.

Beloved son of Marguerite Kirkendall, brother of Christopher McDermott and Joseph Shook. Uncle of Michael and Anna McDermott and Alina Shook. He is preceded in death by his father, Gene Kirkendall, Sr., and his sister, Jennifer Troiano.

Gene loved traveling, spending time with his family, going to WrestleMania, but his biggest passion was music. He loved to teach others how to play the guitar and inspired so many that knew and loved him to be the best at whatever they did.

He touched so many people and made friends so easily. He just had a way of connecting with people.

You will be forever in our hearts and we will miss you terribly.

There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, December 4, from 4-7pm at:

Matchbox

1699 Rockville Pike

Rockville, MD

A gravesite service will be held at a later date.