Donald Kirkham Obituary
The passing of Donald Kirkham of Sterling Heights, Michigan occurred on October 14, 2026. Donald, born on March 16, 1929 in Royal Oak, Michigan, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Kirkham to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Burnes Kirkham and Rose M. Kirkham; his wife Rose Helen Dzapo; and his brothers, Fred, Bob and Joe.
He is survived by: his children, Suzanne (David) and Donald (Denise); and his grandchildren, Matthew, Andrew, Sarah, Hannah, Emily and Leah.
Visitation was held on Monday, October 19th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, October 22nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The lying in state was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Mandziuk & Son Funeral Directors, Inc. - Sterling Heights (3801 18 Mile Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48314). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the BrightFocus Foundation, an organization dedicated to researching cures for diseases that affect the mind and sight, reflecting Don's commitment to a better world.
