Thomas Kirgis

Thomas Kirgis, age 76, born and raised in Chicago Heights, IL, lived in Arizona for 12 years and Kansas City, MO for 30 years, passed away in Tucson, AZ, on August 7, 2005. Tom was the beloved husband of Joanne Kirgis, nee Cull, for 53 years. He was the devoted, loving father to his daughters, Karen (Marc) Cunningham, Mary Kay Kirgis, Ann (Marc) Djozlija; and sons, Dan and Thom Kirgis. He was the dear brother of Joan Loop and Bette (Jim) Richardson. He was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joanne and parents, Chuck and Marie Kirgis. There will be a memorial mass for Mr. Kirgis at Amber Lights Retirement Home, 6231 No. Montebella Rd., Tucson, AZ, on Friday, August 19, at 11:30 a.m. Tom's life work was as a Vice President for The Forrest T. Jones Insurance Agency and he always had a passion for life long learning in many subjects. Tom was a U.S. Navy veteran. His particular interest in science and research directed him to the University of Arizona's Willed Body Program. Those wishing to make bequest or gifts in memory of Tom for the advancement of Research and Education may send donations to the University of Arizona, Dept. of Cell Biology and Anatomy, Attn: Joshua Lopez, 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Tucson, AZ 85724-5011, at 520626-1801.