Michael Jay Kirby

Michael Jay Kirby

Michael Kirby Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 25 to Feb. 26, 2009.
December 29, 1952 - February 23, 2009Michael Jay Kirby, 56 of Live Oak, Florida passed away Monday, February 23, 2009, at Good Samaritan Center in Dowling Park, FL following a lengthy illness. Born in 1952 with Down Syndrome, Michael enjoyed his childhood and many vacations at his parents’ home in Live Oak, FL. He resided in homes for the developmentally disabled from his teen years, including his most recent home with ARC Marion of Ocala, FL. Michael returned to Suwannee County and into the care of the Good Samaritan Center in Dowling Park since January 2007. Michael had a marvelous sense of humor and devoted his time to many well loved activities, including writing, coloring, and watching television. Nothing pleased Michael more than socializing with family and friends. He also adored music and was an enthusiastic dancer. He was predeceased by his parents, M. Jay and Audrey Kirby.Survivors include three sisters, Nadine (James) Fouraker, Wellborn, FL; Linda Gail Jernigan, Live Oak, FL; Marilyn (Richard) Jones, Live Oak, FL; one brother, Leslie (Sheryl) Kirby, Live Oak, FL and a host of nieces and nephews.His family will honor Michael’s passing and celebrate his life at a viewing from 5 to 7 PM, Wednesday, February 25th at Harris Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held, 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 26, 2009 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Phillip Herrington officiating. Interment will follow in the Live Oak Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to ARC Marion, 2800 SE Maricamp Rd.,Ocala, FL 34471; ACV/Good Samaritan Center, 10676 Marvin Jones Blvd., Dowling Park, FL 32064 or First Baptist Church, 401 W. Howard St., Live Oak,FL 32064.Please sign the guestbook at www.harrisfuneralhomeinc.net.Harris Funeral Home and Cremations, Inc., 932 N. Ohio Ave., Live Oak,386-364-5115 is in charge of all arrangements.Please sign the online guestbook. Go to www.suwanneedemocrat.com and click on obituaries

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Latrelle (Harrell) Stephenson

March 5, 2009

I wish to extend my heart-felt condolences to the Kirby family in
the passing of Michael. I never had the opportunity to meet him, but
was glad that he lived a good life. I know he will be greatly missed.

lucille mills

February 26, 2009

i loved michael like he was my own son. i worked for mrs. kirby for many years. my deepest sympathy to the family.

Frances Smith

February 25, 2009

I was sorry to hear of Michael's passing, I know that he will be greatly missed.I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family. Love Frances(Pierce) Smith

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