Amy, left, and Kevin Kirkland, right, are photographed holding a collage of photos from late daughter Katey at their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.The Kirklands’ lives were shattered when a drunk driver struck their home, killing their only daughter Katey and severely injuring Kevin, who survived with life-altering injuries that left him fighting to relearn how to live.
Amy Kirkland holds the senior class ring from her late daughter Katey at their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
Senior photos of Katey Kirkland are on display at the Kirkland’s new home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Amy Kirkland takes a look outside the front door window of her new home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.The Kirklands’ lives were shattered when a drunk driver struck their home, killing their only daughter Katey and severely injuring Kevin, who survived with life-altering injuries that left him fighting to relearn how to live.
Amy, left, and Kevin Kirkland, right, go through a box of vinyls that were owned by their late daughter Amy at their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Katey loved collecting vinyls, but not because of the music, but for the cover art. Their home is filled with reminders of Katey’s absence — unopened boxes, old records, and the weight of what could have been.
Amy Kirkland points to her daughter Katey’s name that is displayed on a memorial in front of Boswell High School in Fort Worth on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Following his passing, her name was put on a memorial that honors the students and staff members who passed away while being part of the school.
Kevin Kirkland adjusts his tracheostomy while driving to his Crossfit workout class in Haslet on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Driving was one of the everyday activities that Kirkland needed to learn again once he regained his some of his cognitive abilities.
Kevin Kirkland stands in his bedroom while his wife Amy finds something in the closet at their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Prior to suffering his injuries, Kevin taught mathematics at Boswell High School. His recovery forced him to quit his job and he described his life as lonely now that he isn’t surrounded by students and colleagues.
Kevin Kirkland attempts to lift a pipe over his head during his workout at CrossFit OYL in Haslet on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Through physical therapy and exercise, Kirkland has been able to slowly work his way back into society following his injuries.
Kevin Kirkland lays down in exhaustion after his workout at CrossFit OYL in Haslet on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Through physical therapy and exercise, Kirkland has been able to slowly work his way back into society following his injuries.
Kevin Kirkland takes a break in the shade after mowing his lawn at his new house in Haslet on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. One of Kevin’s favorite activities to keep himself busy is to mow the lawn at the new home where him and his wife Amy moved to. Following the crash, it was important for the Kirkland’s to find a home with a big front yard and plenty of trees as obstacles incase something similar happens.
Kevin Kirkland mows his lawn in front of his house in Haslet on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. One of Kevin’s favorite activities to keep himself busy is to mow the lawn at the new home where him and his wife Amy moved to.
Educational Therapist Chandler Henderson greets Kevin Kirkland on a visit to the Centre for Neuro Skills in Fort Worth on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Kevin was Henderson’s patient when he was going through occupational and physical therapy for his recovery.
Amy and Kevin Kirkland sit on the stairs of their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The Kirkland’s hope moving into this new home will be the beginning of the fresh start.
Kevin and Amy Kirkland kiss each other while on the porch of their backyard shed at their home in Haslet on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. The backyard shed contains items owned by their late daughter Katey and they remain reluctant to move her things out of the shed.
