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Nancy Kirby Obituary
Nancy was a native of Memphis Tenn., and had been a resident of Williamsburg since 1990.
Nancy was preceded in death by her daughter, Janis Lynn Whitson; and her parents, Eugene and Janis Winifred Hosmer Nelson.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald Bowen Kirby; son, Charles David Hall; daughters, Victoria Kirby Longsworth, and Cynthia Kirby Gifford; grandchildren, Brittany, Tyler, and William; sisters, Barbara Blake and LeAnn Hunt; and brother, Bruce Nelson.
The family wishes to express its deepest appreciation to all of her loyal friends for their kind gestures of love, prayer, and devotion. Nancy always loved to spend time with her family as well as her many true friends. She was kind and giving, and if you knew Nancy, you loved her.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Nelsen Funeral Home, Williamsburg, Va. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Nelsen Funeral Home by the Rev. Donald Phelps. Burial will be at Memorial Park in Memphis, Tenn.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Research, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, 901-495-3300. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Kirby
November 22, 2009
Ron and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. While I never met Nancy, I have read some wonderful testimonials from other friends and it was obviously my loss for not ever meeting her. Again, I express my deepest regrets for your loss. If you need me, just call out.
Larry Carlisle
Paul & Mary Parkey
November 10, 2009
Ron and family may the angels bring comfort to your heart.
Libby Darby
November 6, 2009
Oh my Nancy...how many years has it been? We used to go to yard sales every Saturday morning and then work all night Saturday night. Your daughter Janis was my very best friend and so were you. I will miss your twinkling eyes and your laugh. I will always hold you in my heart. Always.
Billy Jordan
November 5, 2009
Our deepest sympathy during this time of loss for all of you.
Ron--we still remember the ball games of a long time ago when we met your beloved Nancy.
May the Lord carry you during this time of loss.
Billy and Linda Jordan
Harmntown,Ms. (where we are now retired to)
Frank McDowell
November 3, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Maria komianos
November 3, 2009
You will always be considered family. Nancy, I will miss you and I know my parents will as well. You were my mothers best friend here in Williamsburg and made it easier for her to adjust to the American culture. I thank you for being so sincere and welcoming to me and my family.
we love you,
The Komianos Family
November 3, 2009
Wayne and I met Nancy through Maxine. Really lovely person. We're sure she will be missed by many friends and her family. Our condolences. Brenda and Wayne Millirons
Amerika Davis
November 3, 2009
Nancy will be truely missed by myself and all those that knew and loved her. She was such a wonderful and positive person. I will be forever thankful for all of the kind words, the laughs, and the friends she shared with me. The memory of her beautiful smile and twinkling eyes will never be forgotten.
Tom & Dee Peace
November 3, 2009
You were a true good neighbor - and one of the first people to welcome our family to Williamsburg. Soon, you became a dear friend. We will miss your smiling face and your devotion to your babies - your Pugs.
Barbara
November 3, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Nancy's passing. When and after I lived in St. George's Hundred she was alway's one of those "True Friends." She was a wonderful mentor for my children always sharing her love and wisdom. Ron, I know you will miss her and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Page-Ridgway (Fidler) Children Angel, Barbie and Johnny
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