Hughey E. Kirkwood III 46, of Elyria passed away unexpectedly Wednesday March 1, 2017 at his residence after an 11 yr. battle with MS. He was born July 11, 1970 in Willoughby,Ohio. Hughey was a big Notre Dame and Dallas Cowboys fan , he enjoyed cars and spending time with his children , who loved and adored him. Survivors include his daughter Faith Emily Kirkwood of Sheffield Lake; sons Zachary (Kayla Pyles) of Olmsted Falls, Bradley and Hugh both of Sheffield Lake; mother Carol Townsend (nee Malinowski) and step-father Gary Townsend; brothers Scott (Jodi) of Grafton, and Sean ( Carrie) of Garfield Hts.; former wife Sandra (nee Masjorovich); many nieces ,nephews and great-nieces. He was preceded in death by his father Hughey Kirkwood Jr.; son Hughey IV. Family will receive friends 10 AM until time of Celebration of Life at 12 NOON Saturday March 11, 2017 at the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at St. Rt. 57), Elyria 440-322-4626. Burial Private. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com