Charles Stanley Kirkman Jr.

Charles Stanley Kirkman Jr. passed away on January 20, 2026, at the age of 55.

Charles lived in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood, where he was very involved in the community. He was kind, caring, and always willing to help others. He loved sports and enjoyed both playing and watching them. Charles also enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was known for bringing people together.

Charles is survived by his children, Charlie Kirkman and Cordero Kirkman; his mother, Cletora Kirkman; and his siblings, Don Shedrick, Chataun Kirkman, Kevin Love, and Dujuan Randle. He also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Kirkman Sr., and his grandmothers, Myrtis Lucille Jackson and Ida Wikerson.

Charles will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Arrangements entrusted to Chicagoland Cremation Options in Schiller Park, Illinois .