Benjamin L. Kirkland, age 47, of Harborcreek, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2010. He was born in Erie on July 11, 1963, son of the late Joseph and Barbara Kirkland. Ben was previously employed at Custom Engineering. He was an avid bowler participating in many bowling leagues. He had once bowled a 299 game. He was a drummer previously playing in many bands in the area, including a band with his father. Ben also was a fan of professional wrestling and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He especially enjoyed being an uncle to his nieces and nephews. Ben is survived by three sisters, Sharon Orlando, Kim Underwood, and Kelly Newara (Joseph); many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, Inc., East, 2607 Buffalo Road, on Thursday from 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. and are invited to attend a Funeral Service there on Friday at 10 a.m. conducted by Rev. Jeffrey Piccarelli, Pastor, Messiah Lutheran Church. Interment, North East Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be designated to the Family through the funeral home. To send condolences, visit
www.dusckasfuneralhome.com.