Obituary – James Kirk Seaton
Monday, April 1, 2024

James Kirk Seaton, age 69, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mina Seaton; and niece, Leslie Seaton.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Pirkle Seaton, children, Sandy Wofford, Brandon (Jessica) Dudley, Jennifer Lewis, and Kevin (Kristen) Dudley; father, Lake “Bud” Seaton; grandchildren, Harlee Wofford, Payton Dudley, Alexis Dudley, Presleigh Dudley, Mason Blalock, Chris Lewis, Jase Parker, Jaxon Parker, Paxton Dudley, Preston Dudley, and Kyle Dacus; sibling, Blake (Cindy) Seaton; niece, Amy Seaton Nolen; and nephew, Glenn Holandsworth.

Kirk was born in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and had been a longtime resident of Shelbyville, Tennessee. He was a retired Tennessee Walking Horse trainers and breeder. His love of working with the TWH breed comes from his family legacy.

He will be missed by his family and friends.

A Celebration Of Life will be held on April 28, at 2:00 pm at The Warehouse (730 Middle Tennessee Blvd STE 14, Murfreesboro, TN). Text 931-619-7725 if planning to attend. There will be refreshments and music to celebrate Kirk’s life. Bring stories and Memories of Kirk.

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