Obituary of Carlee Potter Kirkman

Carlee Kirkman of Thousand Oaks CA passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4th, with her devoted children and caregivers by her side. Carlee was born in Los Angeles, California to Gladys Potter on January 9th 1928. She attended Polytechnic High School and had remained friends with several of her classmates to present day. She married Otis Kirkman after WWII and they were a devoted and loving couple for over 60 years. Together they shared their favorite fun activities with many of their close friends and family such as square dancing, waterskiing, camping and traveling. Carlee rarely missed her morning walks and was well known around her neighborhood for her matching walking outfits. Some of her hobbies included clogging and painting. Carlee was gracious, loving and enjoyed decorating. Her home showed her warmth and incredible talent for interior design. She had the opportunity to work at a friend’s Paint and Interior Design Store and loved sharing her flare while assisting customers. She also enjoyed the few years she was a Docent at the Stagecoach Inn. Carlee loved to laugh and celebrate the holidays. Christmas was her favorite, making it special and spectacular with decorating her home and with her beautifully wrapped gifts that exposed her thoughtful, loving and giving nature. Carlee is survived by her children, Nancy, Darcy, and Terri who feel blessed to have had the love of such a wonderful mother. She loved her grandchildren Jarrod, Jessie, Misty, Travis and Shane dearly and they her. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Otis Kirkman and her loving mother, Gladys Potter. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Nancy Deocades and Michelle Jacinto. These were Carlee’s extraordinary caregivers, who together, gave her the love and care she deserved during the last seven years of her struggle with Alzheimer. Funeral Services is open to family and friends and will be held at Valley Oaks Memorial Park in Westlake Village on October 9th, at 11:00 A.M. Memorial donations may be made to Widows, Orphans and Disabled Fireman’s Fund, https://www.wodff.org/wodff/