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M. Kirby Obituary

Of Milton, suddenly, June 9. Beloved wife of the late Walter H. Devoted mother of Walter H. Kirby, Jr. of No. Andover, Mary T. Fay of Randolph, Richard B. Kirby of Milton, Kathleen J. Heravi of Boston & Joan M. Murphy of Milton. Sister of Eleanor G. Ahearn of Marlborough, Edna L. Arris of Medfield and the late John J. McCarthy, Jr. & M. Claire Curley. Sister-in-law of Rita Thornton of NH, Margaret Weiler of Wayland, Mary MacDonald of CT, Gerald M. Kirby of Quincy and the late Joseph E. Kirby. Also survived by 13 loving grandchildren & 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass at St. Agatha Church, Milton, Wed. morning at 10:30. Visiting hours at the Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home, 326 Granite Ave., MILTON, Tues. 4 to 8PM. Former employee of Atlantic Trust Pell Rudman, Boston. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Agatha Church, Renovation Fund, 432 Adams St., Milton 02186. Alfred D. Thomas Funeral Home Milton (617) 696-4200

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 11 to Jun. 12, 2007.

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Alicia Doherty

June 13, 2007

I worked with Aunt Joan for 14 years at Pell Rudman. She was an attractive, vibrant, smart and witty woman, and I looked up to her. She had some great sayings for what life throws at you, and I've incorporated them into my own repertoire. After all that time, I considered her and Uncle Walter family. I was devesated to hear of her passing so soon after Uncle Walter's. She was a remarkable person, and I will always remember her. My sincere condolences to the Kirby family.

Lilly O'Brien

June 12, 2007

Working with Aunt Joan at Pell Rudman made every day a "special" one, and her caring, kind, witty personality helped to create our extended family atmosphere. The memories of Aunt Joan will continue to live with all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Nicole Sciabarrasi

June 12, 2007

To The Kirby Family and Friends,
My deepest smypathy through this difficult time. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,

Maureen Delaney Bitler

June 12, 2007

So sorry to hear of Mrs. Kirby's passing. She was such a great person, so full of fun; just lovely. I have many fond memories of the "group", the Kirby's, the Drohan's and the Delaney's.

Joan Anderson

June 12, 2007

For 24 years "Aunt Joan" and "Uncle Walter" were wonderful friends. We had a lot of good times and many laughs over the years. She will always be remembered by our whole family. Our prayers go out to the Kirby family. Joan and Walter Anderson
and Kara and Steven

Torylee Cigna

June 12, 2007

Dear Richard, Ann and family,
My thoughts go out to all of you for such a sudden and tragic loss. Everyone at the Horace Mann is saddened by such unfortunate news and offer you our support and prayers.
Sincerely,
Torylee Cigna

Gregg Stone

June 11, 2007

For the eight years of my employment at Pell Rudman, Aunt Joan was a confidant, supporter, and caregiver to all. She took interest in our work, our homes, and our children. Her energy, cheerfulness, and witticisms made the firm a fantastic place to work. Long after I left she stayed in touch and she always was a friend.

Our deepest sympathies to the entire extended Kirby family. "AJ" was ablsolutely one of the best.

Ed and Karen Riordan

June 11, 2007

Dear Richard and Ann and Family,
Karen and I and the Riordan Family would like to express our deepest sympathies over the loss of your Mother. .

Kate Rowan

June 11, 2007

I knew 'Aunt Joan' (as we called her) when I worked at Pell Rudman several years ago. She was really the spirit of the Pell Rudman family atmosphere - which is what made it special to work there. She was like our corporate mascot and walking in to the office and seeing her was always a great start to the day. She was really just a special person and will be missed.

barbara brookins

June 11, 2007

our prayers go out to you and your family during the loss of Aunt Joan

Lynda Sennott

June 11, 2007

Dear Richard, Ann and family, we are all so sorry to hear about your mom. Please know that we are thinking about you and your family. Our deepest sympathies are with you. Love, the staff of the Horace Mann School for the Deaf

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