Robert (Robbie) Clayton Kirkland

Born October 28, 1947, in Lynchburg, he was a son of the late Rufus Clifton Kirkland and Bessie Tyree Kirkland. He was also preceded in death by two daughters, Shelby and Chancer Kirkland; and two brothers, Kenneth and Jeffrey Kirkland.

Mr. Kirkland was an avid NASCAR fan and loved going to the drag strip. He enjoyed the outdoors and held a special place in his heart for his dog, "Shelly Girl".

Survivors include three daughters, Belinda Stone and fiancée, Denny, of Madison Heights, Donna Taliaferro, of Evington, and Patricia Mayberry, of Madison Heights; and their mother, Terry, who always remained part of the family; four brothers, Roy (Betty) Kirkland, Curtis (Naomi) Kirkland, Orrin (Kathy) Kirkland, and Jesse (Leanna) Kirkland, all of Madison Heights; special friend, Jean Marie; 6 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends tonight, January 10, 2011 from 7-8:30 p.m. at Whitten Monelison Chapel, and at other times at the residence.

A funeral service will be conducted at 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, January 11, 2011, at the funeral home, by the Rev. Gary Moore. Interment will follow in Meade Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Amherst County Humane Society, or to the American Lung Association.

To send a condolence to the family, please visit, www.whittenfuneralhome.com. Whitten Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, Monelison Chapel, is assisting the family.