William Carson Kirkman

William Carson Kirkman, 97, of Asheboro, passed away at the Alpine facility on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Bill was a devoted Christian. He exercised that faith by being a member of the Gideon’s and was active in a prison ministry where he led many to the Lord. He adored his family and enjoyed going to children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. He also loved sports of all kinds, especially college.

He taught and coached basketball and baseball at Franklinville High School, then transitioned to Eastern Randolph High School when Franklinville High School closed. Later, he went to teach driver’s education at Randleman High School full time before he retired after 34 years. Many students showed their devotion to him by keeping up with him through the years.

Bill was the son of the late William Paul and Pearl Mae Cockman Kirkman. He was also predeceased by his wife Dotty King Kirkman.

Bill is survived by his daughter Theresa Morgan(Scott); sons, William C. Kirkman, Jr. (Krystal) and Paul Lewis Kirkman (April), all of Asheboro.

Grandchildren surviving include Zach Morgan, Matt Morgan(Camille), Hollis Kirkman, Silas Kirkman (Noelle), Haylee Kirkman, Faith Ljubicic (Goran) Caleb Kirkman(Shelley), Collin Kirkman(Grace), and Coleton Christian. Great grandchildren surviving are Zion, Haven, Emma, Khana and Ramsey.

Services for Bill will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Reach Church, formerly Asheboro First Assembly, 909 Meadowbrook Road Asheboro, NC at 2:30 PM. A visitation will be held from 1:00-2:30 PM. Burial will take place at Oaklawn Cemetery.