Kirk William Dowling was born on December 18th, 1940, in Palo Alto California. Kirk was the youngest of two sisters, Judith and Sharon. His father was William Hays Dowling, and his mother was Ella Dorothy Purnell. Kirk graduated from Palo Alto High School in 1959. Kirk served 4 years in the United States Coastguard and received an Honorable Discharge. Kirk married Pamela Joyce Egbert on November 17th, 1973, in Washington State. Kirk and Pamela Dowling had two children together. Brandon Dowling and Autumn Dowling. rnrnKirk was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. He loved adventure; many adventures included long motorcycle rides to visit nieces and daughters. His passions included fishing, stargazing, animals, and the outdoors. My father had the biggest heart; even though he was an introvert, he would be silly, friendly, and always find a way to make me or someone else laugh. rnrnMy father was the best Grandpa that Jaydon Trammell could ask for. My father considered Jaydon his best friend. My father specifically stated that Jaydon brought complete happiness back into his life and entered his life when he needed a pal like Jaydon the most. I will forever be grateful that my dad was my father. I will always remember all the fun times we had. I will miss him every day. Dad, whenever I look into the clear starry nights, I look up and can see you and mom dancing in the stars...... Dad we love you to the moon and back.