Jeffrey Brian Kirkland

Jeffrey Brian Kirkland, age 57 of Maryville, passed away Friday, June 4, 2021 at U.T. Medical Center. Jeff was a graduate of William Blount High where he also enjoyed playing baseball for the school team. He was the owner and operator of Kirkland’s Carpet and Floor Covering. Jeff was an avid fisherman fishing in many local fishing tournaments. He was a member and attended both RIO East and RIO East Rockford churches. Jeff was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Barbara Kirkland. Survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Tyler and Kendra Kirkland; grandson, Jax Kirkland; brother and sister-in-law, Greg and Linda Kirkland; sister, Tresea Kirkland Whitt; nephew and niece, Trey and Brianne McClanahan; special friend, Dempsey Walker, and many great nephews, nieces, cousins and other family also survive. Family and friends will assemble at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at Grandview Cemetery for the graveside service and interment. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 pm Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at RIO East @ 1412 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804 with the service to follow at 7:00 pm with Pastor Dempsey Walker and Rev. Dale Buchanan officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to Smith Funeral and Cremation Service to assist the family with expenses. Friends may call at their convenience from 9:00 until 5:00 pm Monday, June 7, 2021 at Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000. www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jeffrey Brian Kirkland please visit our Sympathy Store.