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Dear Joyce, so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our deepest condolences at this sad time. You and your family are in our prayers.
Jim & Mary Monahan
May 22, 2018 | Springfield, IL | Friend
Dick was a very good friend, he did a lot of good favors for me and he did a lot of work for Williams Township, He will be missed by all that knew him.
Bob Trader Sr
May 17, 2018 | Williamsville, IL | Friend
Our dads spent a lot of time in Rich's shop but I'm sure it was all business. Thinking of all of you, hoping happy memories help you through the rough times.
Sally Gosda
May 15, 2018 | Lincoln, IL | Friend
WILLIAMSVILLE, IL – Richard L. Kirby, 84, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Lewis Memorial Christian Village.
He was born in Alhambra, Alberta, Canada on October 24, 1933, to Elza H. and Eva (Nailer) Kirby. He married Norma Jane Oglesby on June 12, 1955, in Lake Fork.
Richard was a veteran of the US Navy. He was the owner and operator of Kirby Welding and retired from Arrow Trailer.
He is survived by his wife, Jane; children, Mary Stewart, Joyce (Mark) Hilliard and Lee (Tammy) Kirby; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild and one on the way; and several nieces and nephews.
In honoring Richard’s wishes, no services will be held. Private inurnment will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.
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