Maria Olympia Kirkendall, age 92, of Liberty, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on March 7, 2024, while she was a resident at Whitewater Commons Nursing facility. Maria was born on April 18, 1931 in Panama Canal, Panama.

Maria was a member of the Zion Tabernacle Apostolic Church in Brownsville, IN where she always looked forward to attending. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and cooking. She also enjoyed watching animal shows.

Maria is survived by four daughters; Gladys Muench, Nancy (David) Plemons, Christine Russell, and Belinda (James) Orr; 11 grandchildren, Donnie Carlin, Maria Freeland, Desirae Powers, Sierra Bass, Nicholas Bass, Olivia Russell, Darcy Skinner, Tiffiny Glover, Cody Orr, Taylor Orr, Shane Orr, and several great grandchildren.

Maria was preceded in death by her siblings, George, Basil, Joyce, America, Theresa, Chrysula and a grandson, DJ Carlin.

In honoring Maria's wishes, there will be no public services.

Urban Winkler Funeral home is honored to assist Maria's family.