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Thomas Kirby Obituary

Thomas A. Kirby, 36, passed away on February 10, 2020. He was a huge presence with a joyful soul, loved by all. He will be deeply missed by his children, Anastasia and Alex; mother, Shelli (Mike) Larkins; father, Bill Kirby; sisters, Kristina (David) Kirby, Melissa Larkins, Heather (Donovan) Wenk, and Ryan (Allison) Larkins; grandparents, Doug and Joanne Ables; and many, many other family and friends. A celebration of Tom's life will be held on Monday, February 17, 2020 from 5 to 8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Condolences may be sent to 3130 Pontius Street NW, Uniontown, OH 44685. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Feb. 15, 2020.

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Pam Blaydes

February 15, 2020

I met Tom when he was a young lad, and I suppose I didn't know him as well as I probably should have. I hope he is resting in peace and I do send love, peace and prayers to his family, especially to his mother, my cousin Shelli and his sister Kristina.

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February 15, 2020

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