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Jean Irby Obituary

Jean W. Irby NORFOLK - Jean W. Irby, 82, passed away Friday, May 29, 2009. Mr. Irby was a native of Kansas and was the son of the late Clarence and Alice Jergins Irby. He was an Air Force Veteran of World War II. After leaving the Air Force, he worked at the Little Creek Amphibious Base as an engineering tech. Following his time at the base, he worked for ColorCraft for more than 20 years. He was a member of Norfolk Masonic Lodge No. 1 and a member of Shrine Khedive Center, and the Church of the Epiphany in Norfolk. Mr. Irby is survived by his wife, Imo Irby of Norfolk; his son, Wes Irby of Norfolk; daughters, Gail Irby of Norfolk and Lee Anne Willis of Frisco, N.C.; as well as two grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Episcopal Church of the Epiphany by the Rev. Fr. Richard Bridgeford. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered to the family at hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 30, 2009.

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Marty Dykes

June 4, 2009

I worked with Jean at Little Creek for many years. When he retired I took his job but NOT HIS PLACE. He was the kindest most helpful person I've ever known. No matter how busy he was he always had time to help. I never felt I was imposing. It was as if he lived to help people. I can not begin to tell you what he ment to me or how much he helped me on the job.

Marty

June 2, 2009

Gail,

So sorry for your loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Take care,

Betty Freed and family, Virginia Beach, VA

Ron Greene

June 1, 2009

Gail,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father, I know how close you are to both parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Paul Miller

June 1, 2009

Jean was a quiet, soft-spoken man that made everyone around him feel welcome and appreciated. He represented the type of character that accomplishes much with very little fanfare. His contributions of time and energy to his Masonic Lodge will have long-lasting positive impacts.
Rest well, Brother Jean.

Michael Fisher

June 1, 2009

Gail,

My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family as you grieve the loss of your father.

Your Friend and Co-worker,
Michael Fisher

Russell & Anne Gwynn

June 1, 2009

Just heard about Mr. Irby. I am very sorry for your lost and hope you take peace in God's word. My condolences, and may God bless and keep you in his Glory.

Dottie Knott

June 1, 2009

Gail,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers go out to you and your Family.

Lewis Brame

June 1, 2009

Gail,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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