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Thomas Tim Kirby Hammond Thomas Tim Kirby, age 66, of Hammond, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2004 at Select Specialty Hospital in Hammond. He is survived by his loving wife Diana, of 36 years; son, Steven Kirby of Hammond; two daughters, Lisa (Rich) Joyce of Hammond and Janet (Mike) Sowash of Kentucky; grandchildren: David, Chloe, Kiana, Steven, Alexis, and Cassandra; great-granddaughter, Apelina; and numerous nieces and nephews. Also by his faithful companion, his Rottweiler, Marie. He was preceded in death by his brothers Bob and George Kirby. Funeral services will be held Monday, November 22, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. from the Virgil Huber Funeral Home, 7051 Kennedy Ave., Hessville, IN, with Pastor Robert Parnell officiating. Burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Hammond. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday evening, November 21, 2004 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thomas was retired from Inland Steel after 36 years of service and was an avid chess and pinochle player. Thomas was loved dearly and will be missed by all. For info 219-844-1020

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Published by The Times from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2004.

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Shellie Krueger

November 22, 2004

I am very sorry for your loss. Tom was a wonderful person who will be missed dearly.

Laura Seliger

November 22, 2004

Our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Laura and Al Seliger

Sheila Garrett

November 20, 2004

May God help you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you.

Jimmy Cuellar

November 20, 2004

We are sorry for your loss. May god bless you in your time of need. Jimmy, Amanda, Alex Cuellar

Bill Schoolcraft

November 19, 2004

Tom will be missed especially by me. We had great times in Indiana and WV...mushroom hunting, talking. Praying for my beloved sister and her family.

Dawn Krueger

November 19, 2004

My heart and prayers go out to Diane, Steve, Lisa, and Tom's family and friends. I will always remember you as a quiet, but friendly person who was always at the grandkid's birthday parties. I will miss seeing you there. Eventhough you are no longer here with us you will always remain in our hearts and memories.

James Hansen

November 19, 2004

We are very sorry for your loss.

James and Melanie Hansen

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