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Chris Michael Kirby

New York, New York

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'He Would Help Anybody'
At Yankee Stadium last summer, Chris Michael Kirby raced up and down the escalators looking for a young boy who had wandered off. The boy's father had been frantic, and Chris had offered to help. Finally, Chris spotted the boy stepping into the women's bathroom. He ran in after him, calling out, "Coming in, girls!"

The son of a Bronx firefighter, Chris grew up in a family used to helping strangers. "He was a great kid — he would help anybody," said his father, Mickey Kirby.

Chris, 21, was born on New Year's Day and was nicknamed Happy because of his happy-go-lucky nature. He was working as a carpenter while taking classes to become a firefighter like his father. A few days before he disappeared, he called his family, who now live in Middletown, N.Y. His father told him, as he always did: "Be good. I love you." And Chris responded, as he always did, "Dad, I love you, too."

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Hi, Chris.

I was very young when 9/11 happened, and I know we probably aren't related, but your name has stayed in my mind all these years.

I'm moved by all of the memories your loved ones have posted here; you left an impact even though you were taken too soon. I can only imagine what you might have accomplished had you been given the chance.

I'm grateful to have learned a bit of your story, you sound like an incredible person.

Rest in peace.

Thinking of you today and often. Even though we were friends for a short time; I've always felt that we would've known each other for years. I reflect on you calling me with excitement that you had joined the Carpenters Union and were ready for a great future. I'm so sorry that you weren't able to be here to experience life. Like many; your smile remains as my image of you Kirby ❤ You are remembered always.

20 years later, I am watching the remembrance ceremonies on tv and I find all these emotions welling up inside. It´s impossible to forget. The anger, fear, and hurt are always right there under the surface. I miss you buddy. I know you are up there watching down on all of us. You and your family are always in my prayers.

potato knockin, sling shot from dicks, skyway hill bombs down fortune with no brakes..! Front yard football games, handball courts....!!!!! Miss you everyday dawg..! Lots of love and positive energy to the whole Kirby Family❤❤❤

20 years, will never be forgotten fly high Chris ❤ Love to Micky, Donna and all who love you ☮

Always in my heart and prayers. I keep my memories of you in my mind forever. You are truly missed and never forgotten xoxo

Damn, 20 years. I cannot count the number of dreams I have had over the DECADES that you are still with us... Mickey/Donna your son is still loved by many.

We know not the hour nor the day.
Rest in Peace Christopher prayers for your family and friends.
Gone but not forgotten.

You are remembered.