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John Kirby Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 3, 2006.

KIRBY
JOHN J. "DUKE"
Age 59, of Allison Park, on Friday, March 31, 2006. Devoted husband of Mary Jean (Walter) Kirby; beloved father of Amy (Joseph) Pohl of Cranberry, Eric (Nicole Recame) Kirby of NY and Alissa Kirby of Chicago; grandfather of one year old Meghan Pohl; son of the late James and Mildred (Meenan) Kirby; brother of Jerome Kirby of Bradford Woods, Pat Kirby of Pine Twp. and Bridget K. Loftus of Allison Park; also many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The "Duke" as he was affectionately known was President of Kirby Electric Inc. for the past 30 years. He was widely recognized throughout the Pittsburgh area for his visible business and his larger than life personality. Friends received Sunday 1-4 & 6-8 pm with the Parish Wake Service at 8 pm at KYPER FUNERAL HOME, 2702 Mt. Royal Blvd., (at Mt. Royal Cemetery), Glenshaw. Funeral Prayer Monday Morning at 9:15 am, followed by Mass of Christian Burial, St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw at 10 am. Interment Assumption of St. Mary Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations be made to PA Connecting Communities
(paconnectingcommunities.org) Hackers For Hope
(hackersforhope.org) or St. Mary of the Assumption Church Building Fund (VIBE), 2510 Middle Rd., Glenshaw, PA 15116.
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George Sestric, M.D.

May 3, 2006

My very deepest sympathy to the family of John Kirby. "Kirb" was a good friend at North Catholic and one of the wonderful personalities in our class of 1965. "Forever True"

Brad and Christina Dean

April 7, 2006

Our hearts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Brian Martin

April 5, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. The Kirby family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Amy and Brian Martin (Pittsburgh, PA)

BOB EXLER

April 4, 2006

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. DUKE WAS ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS AT ST. MARY'S GRADE SCHOOL ON 46TH STREET IN LAWRENCEVILLE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. BOB EXLER AND FAMILY OF CHESWICK PA...ORIGINALLY FROM 348 44TH STREET LAWRENCEVILLE

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Frank Dananay

April 4, 2006

My very deepest sympathies. John and I attended the College of Steubenville together back in the 60's. He was a good kid and apparently a better man from what I have read. Many memories rushed through my mind even though I have not seen him since 1968. Be strong as he is in a better place. I hope he did not suffer.

Betty Spanbauer

April 4, 2006

We would like to send our sincere and deepest sympathy to all in your family at this time of sorrow and loss that you are feeling.

We knew Duke from way back when Kirby Electric had their place on 48th. Street in Lawrenceville. My Aunt Josephine Kopec sends her deepest sympathy to the family, as well as my sister Cindy and I, the Hunter Family. We were just kids then, but remember the Kirby family very well. Mr. Kirby, Duke's father was a very nice man.He and his sons were always so nice to us. We remember seeing them coming and going to their job each day. They had the business in the alley way on 48th. Street. We lived in the first house on 48th. Street.

Duke had a great personality, just like his father. The sons were always so nice to my Aunts and Uncles as well as my family. We remember watching them when we were kids taking their boat out of the lot on 48th. Street for fun on weekends.

We will keep Duke, as well as all in your family in our prayers.

Bill Mullner

April 3, 2006

My deepest empathy to the Kirby Family. I will never forget John

Andy & Bernadette (Bernie) Tumicki

April 3, 2006

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to your family at this time of sorrow. We were so surprised to hear of Duke's passing. My husband, Andy, worked at Kirby Electric during the 1960's and was very fond of Duke. Our family has kept in touch through the years by our Christmas card sending. We ask God to bless and protect.

Our Love to you..Andy and Bernadette Tumicki

Steve Schrom

April 3, 2006

Pat - I just learned of your brother's passing a few minutes ago. You may not remember me, but I worked with Mellon Bank a number of years ago and met both of you at that time. I certainly enjoyed working with Duke and you during that time. Duke was certainly a big man with a big personality, and it is easy to see why he was so well liked by family, friends, and business associates alike. Please accept my sincerest condolences and best wishes for your entire family as it deals with this tragic event.

Jeff Rager

April 3, 2006

The Kirby crew at the Keystone Power Plant would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Kirby Family. We cannot express the sorrow we are ALL feeling, but we are ALL comforted in knowing that the GREAT work John has done will serve as a fitting tribute to his memory.

rita yost

April 3, 2006

Our deepest sympathies go to Mary Jean and her family for this terrible loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

The Nursing Staff at Sunrise Fox Chapel - Amy, Diane, Jennifer, Patrick and Rita

Reed May III

April 3, 2006

The Kirby Electric crew at Seward Power Station extend our deepest sympathy to John's Family. No words can express the sorrow we all feel, but we are comforted in knowing that the good work he has done will serve as a fitting tribute to his memory.

Sam Vaughan, Rodney Nagg, Bob Trojan

Chuck Grese

April 3, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

AL & JULIE Harrilla

April 3, 2006

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Maureen Brown

April 3, 2006

Mary Jean,

Im so sorry to hear about Duke Im away in South Carolina and my daughter Randi has notified me of your loss. My prayers are with you and yours , and I'll keep praying to the "Little Flower" to help get you through at such a time of sorrow.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Maureen (Regan) Brown

George & Despina Manias

April 3, 2006

Please accept our deepest sympathies for the passing of Mr. Kirby. Our son, Manny, considers Mr. Kirby his mentor and has nothing but kind words for him.

Sincerrely,

Dave Schumacher

April 3, 2006

We wish to offer our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to Duke's immediate family as well as Jerry, Pat and Bridget. Our fondest memories of Duke will be with us always.

May you find peace and solace in knowing he will be thought of and missed by all that had the priveledge of knowing him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kirby family in your time of sorrow.

Dave and Fran Schumacher and family

Simon G Reichbaum

April 3, 2006

My deepest condolances to the family of "Duke" Kirby. A great man and friend to all. "Duke will be missed.

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