Kirkland Boyd Whitaker

Waynesboro, GA....... Kirkland Boyd Whitaker of Waynesboro, Georgia died on December 29, 2025. Kirk was born on the 9th of December 1954 in the city of Augusta, Georgia. Kirk was the son of the late Max Oren Whitaker and Alice Hersey Whitaker. Kirk is survived by brothers David Robinson Whitaker (Olga) and Alan Hersey Whitaker, and sister Anne Whitaker Baker (Frank). Kirk is also survived by his partner of 40 years, Steven Beasley.

Kirkland Boyd Whitaker was one of the smartest and kindest humans to walk this planet. He knew more about the universe and its inhabitants than most people know about their community and their neighbors. Kirk would rather read the encyclopedia than play games. He was always learning. Like his father, Kirk could fix anything. 

Kirk graduated from the University of South Carolina with an Electrical Engineering degree in three years and was immediately pursued by General Electric. Kirk became one of the most qualified GE Frame 7 Turbine power generation specialists. Every project assigned to Kirk was completed with perfect client appreciation. Kirk generated electricity around the world for over 40 years.

Kirk was a tribute to his family and friends and will be missed immensely by both.

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