Kirk F. Heinz was born in St. Joseph, MO on April 18, 1970 to Mervyn and Sherry (Harr) Heinz of Cosby, MO. He passed away peacefully in his sleep at home in Lawrence, KS on July 28, 2017.
He was a graduate of Savannah High School, where he was active in the band, choir, and quiz bowl team. He was a member of the quiz bowl team that won the national championship in 1988. He was the second recipient of the Cotillion for Achievement Scholarship. He was a graduate of Baker University, where he was active in choir, jazz band, and Zeta Chi fraternity. He also had an MBA from Rockhurst University. He was working as an accountant at Swiss Re.
In 2002 he married Julie Goans. They were blessed with three children, Jessica, Jacob, and Ellie. Jacob passed away in 2009.
Kirk was known for his smile, sense of humor, and faith in God. He was a devoted husband and father. He was very active in the First Baptist Church in Lawrence, KS and in his children’s activities.
Kirk is survived by his wife, Julie; daughters Jessica and Ellie; his parents, Mervyn and Sherry Heinz; sister and brother-in-law, Leslie and Clint Thompson; several aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends.
Services will be held August 3rd at 10:00 am at First Baptist Church in Lawrence, KS. Memorials can be made to Camp Chippewa, 2577 Idaho Road, Ottawa, KS 66067-9007.
Dear Julie and girls,
How shocking. May you be surrounded by loving friends through this sad time.
Leslie, Glenn and I are so sorry to hear about your brother! We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
Glenn and Sherry Tamerius
So very sorry to hear about this. I met Kirk when he was at VanGo. He was a kind and very funny man. I am glad that I got to know him. Prayers for the family and friends of Kirk.
Godspeed Kirk, you were always an inspiration!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and all of us who grieve the loss of your wonderful presence here.
Kirk was around 15 years old when I first met him, through my friendship with Leslie. He was such a great guy–big smile, warm heart and a delightful sense of humor! I’m so glad I got to know him and am very sad he passed away so young. It’s impossible to truly know what those closest to him are experiencing and feeling in his loss, but please know I’m keeping your family close to my heart at this time of sorrow.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Rhonda