Kent Dee Zirker's obituary , Passed away on December 24, 2025 in Moscow, Idaho

Kent Dee Zirker

March 20, 1950 - December 24, 2025 (75 years old)

Moscow, Idaho

Kent Dee Zirker's obituary , Passed away on December 24, 2025 in Moscow, Idaho

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Kent Dee Zirker

March 20, 1950 - December 24, 2025 (75 years old)

Moscow, Idaho

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Kent Dee Zirker Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Kent Dee Zirker (Moscow, Idaho), who passed away on December 24, 2025, at the age of 75, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Kent Dee Zirker or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As we bid adieu to Kent's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Kent has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Kenneth Eugene Zirker and Leona Sager Shields Zirker. He is survived by: his wife Martha Backlund; and his siblings, Eugene Zirker (Janice), Brenda Zirker Richards (Charles) and Tami Zirker of Roosevelt, UT. He is also survived by his six children and 29 grandchildren.

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Short's Funeral Chapel
1225 E 6th St, Moscow, ID 83843

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Jan 02

Funeral service

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1657 Blaine St, Moscow, ID 83843

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Jan 05

Burial

Moscow Cemetery
1650 Troy Rd, Moscow, ID 83843

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