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Thomas Kirby Obituary
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KIRBY, Thomas an attorney in the Springboro- Franklin area for more than 40 years, died Monday Nov. 10 after a six-month battle with cancer. He was 73. After putting himself through college and law school, he practiced in various areas of law, most recently in personal injury litigation. He was a one-time Warren County assistant prosecutor and Franklin city prosecutor. But he was known as more than just an attorney. He was married to his wife Patricia for almost 50 years. Together they had five children, all of whom attended Franklin High School and Miami University Jeff (Kim), John, Jenny (Terry) Stewart, Julie, and Joe (Ginger). He also was survived by eight grandchildren Sara, Adam, Connor, Alison, Kevin, Chase, Chloe and Sophie and Rudy, the wonder dog. In recent years he could be seen at all of their athletic and extra-curricular pursuits. Already known for his generosity, he became trustee of a charitable trust in 2001, which he used for college scholarships and improvements to Franklin and Springboro schools. He was elected into the Franklin High School Hall of Fame in 2006. Visitation will be Thursday, Nov. 13, from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at The Vineyard Community Church, 4900 St. Rt. 123, Franklin. A memorial service will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to SouthBrook Christian Church, Dayton; the Franklin Athletic Boosters; Horizon Point Church, Springboro; The Vineyard Community Church, or P180 Ministries, Springboro. Please visit www.anderson-fh.com to sign the family guestbook.
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Kirby
Emma Kalbaugh
March 3, 2009
I wish, I could thank Tommy, one more time for everything he did for Fred and I. God bless each of you. Tweekie
Lisa Clements
November 22, 2008
Dear Jeff and family, we are sorry to learn of your loss. May God Bless You in your time of sorrow. Chris and Lisa Hill ( Okeechobee Florida)
Krista and Chad Lee
November 20, 2008
Jenny and family,
Your dad was an awesome man.. Im going to miss seeing him at the ballpark.. you, your mom, and family are in our prayers..
A.J. Evans
November 20, 2008
To the Kirby family,
Losing a man like Tom is never easy, each of you will be in my family's prayers. Tom always made it a point to talk to me whenever I came to the office and always asked my mother how my sister and I were doing. He was such a kind man, that has left a legacy not to be ignored or forgotten. I have been praying for each of you. God Bless
Alice Moffitt
November 19, 2008
Dear Pat and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's death. You have my deepest simpathty. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and may God bless all of you.
Alice Moffitt
Pam Hudson
November 15, 2008
To the Kirby family, I have know Tom for quite sometime. I worked across the hall from him at Don Barton Ins.Agcy when his office was in that building. He was also my personal attorney. He was a terrific person and helped me several times over the years handling estates for my parents.He definitely was a supporter of his children and also grandchildren. A true family man. My thoughts and prayers go out to you in your time of grief.
jimmy beavers
November 14, 2008
JEFF I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DAD PASSING AWAY TOM WAS A GOOD MAN HE WILL BE MISSED BY A LOT OF PEOPLE JIMMY AND GLADYS BEAVERS FRANKLIN OHIO
Karl Murphy
November 14, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sharon Newman
November 14, 2008
To the Kirby family...
My thoughts and prayers are with you... Tom and Jeff have done legal work for me in the past + I went to school with Jeff, John and Jenny for awhile back before they moved to Franklin. I remember that time really well. Mr. & Mrs. Kirby was always so very nice and generous to me. My heart really goes out to all of you; I lost my Father a little over a year ago and it is still very hard for me. Take care of each other and I'll be thinking of you...
Sharon Newman
Brenda Koenig Abney
November 14, 2008
Dear Kirby Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a super nice person. I know after loosing my dad how hard this is, just take time to take care of each other and your Mom especially. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Joy Rentz
November 13, 2008
Jeff, Kim and family:
We've just heard about the passing of your father and we wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
God Bless!
Fran and Jim West
November 13, 2008
We will never forget you. You and your family have truly been an example of inspiration to what a family really is. I've enjoyed the twelve years of service that I gave you at the law office and will never forget your help through tough times. The amount of gratitude can not be expressed in words.
Andrea Johnson
November 13, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Yvonne Craft
November 13, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Bonnie
Sande(Fay) Stafford
November 13, 2008
My condolences to your family. Tom, Harry, Jim, Shirley etc all ran around as teenager together. So sorry for your loss he was a great guy
Ann Tracy
November 13, 2008
Dear Pat and family,
Offering my thoughts and blessing
and fond memories of a wonderful friend.He was so good to everyone.
Ann Tracy
Susan Blair
November 13, 2008
To the Kirby Family, We are truely sorry to hear about your dad. I can tell you that the next couple of months will be difficult but keep the faith God doesn't give us more than we can handle. Take care of your mother she will need a lot of support and take care of each other.
Sincerely, Susan Blair
Lisa (Gorsuch) Branson
November 13, 2008
Joey, Ginger and Kirby Family...
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your wonderful memories of Tom will comfort you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeff Craft
November 13, 2008
I am very sad to hear of Tom's passing, he was an exceptional man.
Im grateful to have known him years ago and sorry for your families loss.
Bill Clevenger
November 13, 2008
Condolences to the family on the loss of Tom. My brother, Harry and Tom were close friends in school. Hopefully they can have a reunion now
Brenda Williams
November 13, 2008
Pat, Jeff, Joe, John, Julie and Jenny:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families. Thomas B. made a lasting mark on my life and I will never forget his generosity, compassion and spirit. He gave me my start in the legal profession. He taught me so much with open arms. He was more than a boss, he opened his life and his family to me and for that I will always be grateful. He believed in me at a time when I needed it most and I am a better person for it. He was one of the best men I have ever encountered in this lifetime. He was one of a kind. You will be greatly missed Thomas B.
shelley harris
November 12, 2008
jenny and family i cant even imagine the loss your family is going thur my heart goes out to all of you stay strong for your dear sweet mother if you need any thing we are just a phone call away.
Danny and Brandi Myers
November 12, 2008
Im sorry to hear about tom, its like losing a family member, Me and my family were very fond of him, especially me, tom handled my wifes death case and a few others over the years, some day you may find a photo of my daughter brandi at disney world, she gave it to tom, for his office. he helped send us there, my deepest sympothy to you and your family. he was a dear friend ,and i will miss him ,,
Everett Manning
November 12, 2008
I met Tom Kirby in, 1966. I always enjoyed taking to him over the years.
Everett manning
Ken Parker
November 12, 2008
Jeff,
Very sorry to read of the passing of your Father. Mary and I are in Florida won't be able to attend his services. We will be in touch with you when we get home.
Ken and Mary Parker
Bob Hunt
November 12, 2008
I knew Tommy Kirby and his family while growing up in Franklin due mainly to the fact his mother Violet and my mother were very good friends.
Tommy was a good man and will truly be missed.
May God Bless and embrace the entire Kirby family during this time of sorrow.
norma (zinck) mollette & carl raney
November 12, 2008
we are sorry for your loss. your father was a good man. he helped my family in the past. he was also a freind.our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Patty & Larry Kingery
November 12, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
BECKY ESTES
November 12, 2008
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER, HE HAS DONT GREAT THINGS AND WILL BE MISSED.
BECKY (SQUIER) KRIS, KIRSTIN & KAITLYN ESTES
Kevin Auvil
November 12, 2008
Jeff , I'm so sorry you lost your dad but I know you are in many peoples prayers.
TOM'S NURSES AND MIAMI VALLEY HOSPITAL
November 12, 2008
IT WAS OUR PLEASURE CARING FOR TOM,MEETING HIS EXTRAORDINARY FAMILY AND WITNESSING THE LOVE DEMOSTRATED BY EACH FAMILY MEMBER.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AS YOU CELEBRATE TOM'S LIFE AND RE-BIRTH.
DON BARTON
November 12, 2008
TOM WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE . I MET TOM WHILE HE WAS IN LAW SCHOOL, AND WE BECAME FRIENDS. HE WAS ALWAYS READY AND WILLING TO HELP. TOM WAS ONE OF A KIND, A GOOD MAN.
DON BARTON
Kelli Cope
November 12, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a great person. I am praying for you. I told my Dad to take care of him...
ROGER&PAULA orender
November 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Vickie Thomes Suit
November 12, 2008
Jeff and family-
So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You are in my thougts and prayers.
Matt Thomas [Jana's brother]
November 12, 2008
Joe and Ginger, I am very sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and your respective families during this difficult time.
Kevin Stringer
November 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Mr Kirby was always very kind to my family any time we needed legal advice of any kind. As a kid I always felt welcomed in his home, even though I know John and I drove him nuts at times. He will certainly be missed by the entire community.
Virginia Andres
November 12, 2008
Good friends are a preious gift and Tom was very much one to me. My husband and I were transferred from Middetown by Monsanto. Though years passed still just a phone call to Tom and again he was generous with his wisdom and great listning skills.
Tom was so so proud of his wife and family.
He well deserved to be a part of the Hall of Fame in Franklin.
God will put him in his Hall of Fame for true friends and great fathers.
Debra & Glenn Barker
November 12, 2008
Pat, Tom was a long time friend and
a wonderful person. He will be missed
by all of us at the office.
Bruce Pompeani
November 12, 2008
Joey & Ginger,
We are so sorry for your loss. Tom was a kind and generous man. He always made us feel like family and we will miss him. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Bruce & Jana
Kaye Coffman
November 12, 2008
Joe and Jeff,
I just wanted you to know that I will be praying for you and your family. Just remember that your dad is an angel now. You can talk to him all the time any where you are. Just Believe.
Kaye
Bill Schiering
November 11, 2008
Julie,
My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers
F. Frosty & Doris Johnson
November 11, 2008
Our prayers and sympathy to the family. Tom was a super person and a role model from Franklin.
Mary Lolli
November 11, 2008
I was deeply saddened to learn of Tom's death. I worked with Tom's son, Jeff, many years ago at the Free Press in Springboro. I remember Tom as one of the most likeable people I had ever met. I also remember him as an excellent attorney and a devoted family man who beamed with pride at the accomplishments of his children. I feel blessed for having had the privilege of knowing Tom way back when. My heartfelt sympathies are extended to his family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Dottie Williamson
November 11, 2008
Pat & family:
Was shocked to hear of Tom's passing. I have known Tom for several years since I worked in the court system both in Butler County and Montgomery County. Of course, Pat, you know my sister, Elaine. She too was saddened to hear of Tom's passing. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Gail Bowman
November 11, 2008
Pat & Family - we are thinking of you - cherish the fond memories.
Gregg & Gail Bowman
Bettie Nell
November 11, 2008
I had the pleasure to meet this wonderful family a few years back through their son John...my prayers are with you all.
Judy (McClelland) Hall
November 11, 2008
Jeff, Jenny & Family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dwight Back
November 11, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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