Obituary of Daniel Newkirk Daniel Kenneth Newkirk, 64, of Kalamazoo, passed away at his home on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. Daniel was born in Kalamazoo on February 9, 1955, to Wilford and Evelyn. He worked for Many years at Welch's in Lawton, Michigan. He is also survived by his wife, Janice "Jan" (Brauer) Newkirk. No public services will be held.