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Wayne Coleman "Waynie" Kirby

Wayne Coleman "Waynie" Kirby obituary

Wayne Kirby Obituary

WARE SHOALS - Wayne "Waynie" Coleman Kirby, 58, husband of Mary Pridgen Kirby, passed away Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Self Regional Healthcare.

He was born January 8, 1965 in Greenwood, SC, to Nancy Davis Kirby and the late Wayne Morris Kirby.

Waynie graduated from Ware Shoals High School in 1984 and was a member of the 1982 state championship football team. He was an AVID Gamecock fan, a collector of WW II books, models, and toys. Waynie was a friend to everyone and had a love for all animals.

Waynie is survived by his wife, Mary Pridgen Kirby, his mother, Nancy Davis Kirby, sister Sharon Davis, nieces Kirby Price (Buck), Sarah Dorn (Colby), great-niece, Zanna Dorn, great-nephew, Oakley Price, step-daughters Brenda Duncan (John), Sarah Chapman (Clay) grandson Luke Chapman and neighbor, Addie Patton, whom he referred to as his granddaughter. Last, but not least, he is survived by his most precious cat, Cassie.

A memorial service will be Tuesday, March 7 at 4 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Ware Shoals. The family will receive friends at the church from 3-3:45 p.m. prior to the service.

Please consider wearing Gamecock or Ware Shoals High School colors.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Humane Society of Greenwood.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Index-Journal from Mar. 3 to Mar. 4, 2023.

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Rose Mary Russell Alexander

March 7, 2023

Wayne had heart of gold. He loved everyone. Until we meet again.

Ron and Amy Hall

March 6, 2023

He will be missed. He was a staple for many good times and he was always a kind caring person.My condolences to all that knew him. The world has lost an incredible human.

J. Elizabeth Cann

March 4, 2023

Prayers are with you during this difficult times. I know His love and your memories will sustain you in the days ahead. Elizabeth Morrison Cann

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