James Ernest Vankirk

James Ernest Vankirk, 94, of Denver. Husband of Virginia (Wagner) Vankirk and father of Linda E. Ricklefs. He was a veteran of both WWII, serving in the Asiatic Pacific Area, and the Korean War receiving the Korean Service Medal. He retired as a Warrant Officer after 22 years of service from the U.S. Navy. Mr. Vankirk will be laid to rest at Fort Logan National Cemetery on Thursday, January 28th. Please share your memories of James and/or condolences with his family by selecting the ""Sign Guestbook"" tab below.