ST. JAMES AMEC ELGIN

Please join us at the seat of the General Board, Council of Bishops, and CE Congress for this important conversation!!!

The final arrangements for the Celebration of Life for the Right Reverend Theodore Larry Kirkland

CELEBRATION OF LIFE
Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11 A.M. PDT
First African Methodist Episcopal Church
2270 S. Harvard Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90018
The Reverend Dr. Timothy E. Tyler, Pastor

Livestream
Fifth Episcopal District YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/5thDistrictAME
Fifth Episcopal District Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5thDistrictAME

Service Schedule
10:00 a.m. – Visitation
11:00 a.m. – Celebration of Life Service

Internment
Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Inglewood Park Cemetery
720 E. Florence
Inglewood, CA 90301

FLOWERS
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the T. Larry Kirkland Memorial Fund.

Donations should be made payable to:
T. Larry Kirkland Memorial Fund
c/o Supervisor Mary Kirkland
4127 Monteith Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90043
Or via Zelle 323-475-5875

CONDOLENCES
Condolence messages may be shared at:
Mrs. Mary Kirkland and Family
4127 Monteith Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90043

RESOLUTIONS
Resolutions may be emailed to [email protected]

HOTEL INFORMATION
A block of hotel rooms has been reserved at:

The Westin Los Angeles Airport
5400 Century Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 216‑5858
Room rate: $202/night plus tax
Reservation cut-off: June 6, 2026

Use this link to secure your room reservation: https://book.passkey.com/e/51274630

PLEASE NOTE: Significant traffic congestion is expected near SoFi Stadium and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on June 12, 2026, due to the 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony, which begins at 4:30 PM PT at SoFi Stadium.

Travelers should allow extra time for transportation, expect delays on nearby roadways, and plan ahead when traveling to or from the airport, stadium, or surrounding areas.

Final arrangements entrusted to
Inglewood Cemetery Mortuary
3801 W. Manchester Boulevard
Inglewood, CA 90305
(310) 412-6811
www.inglewoodcemeterymortuary.com

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