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Lynn Kirby Obituary
North Oxford - Lynn A. Kirby, 58, of North Oxford, died Friday, February 19th in the Rose Monahan Hospice Residence surrounded by her loving family. She leaves her husband of 24 years, Paul E. Kirby, Jr.; two daughters, Emily E. Kirby and Colleen E. Kirby all of North Oxford; her siblings, Patricia Johnson-Giles and her husband, James of Ithaca, NY, Mary-Ellen Chute and her husband, Paul M. of West Hartford, CT, Beth Thulin and her husband, Richard of Millbury, Harold Johnson of Worcester, Ann M. Leary and her husband, Kevin of Worcester and William Johnson and his wife, Laurie of Auburn; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
She was born in Worcester the daughter of Harold and Helen (McGinn) Johnson and graduated from Notre Dame Academy and Trinity Washington University. Lynn worked for Watson-Wyatt Worldwide for 23 years as a benefits consultant, retiring in 2007. She enjoyed spending time at her summer home in Maine, listening to music, dancing, travelling but most of all she cherished the time she spent with her loved ones.
Her funeral is Monday, February 22nd with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street, Worcester. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Auburn. Calling hours are Sunday, February 21st from 3:00 until 6:00 PM in O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association Massachusetts/New Hampshire, 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472 or to the Lynn Johnson Kirby Scholarship Fund, Notre Dame Academy, 425 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609.
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for Lynn Kirby
Sharon & Jack Kirby
March 1, 2016
Paul,Emily, Colleen & The Johnson Family You know there are no words that can be said, for the loss you are all feeling.Jack & I are so sorry & heartbroken, but hope you find comfort knowing mom does not suffer anymore from this horrible disease.. mom loved you all to the moon & back, as you all loved her the same way..you, Colleen & dad are her shinning stars.. you all gave her so much love & care..my beautiful Lynzee, I will miss you.. your laugh, our talks & our shopping times...stay strong & close to dad..she will live in our heart forever... we love you
Beth Van Atten
February 23, 2016
Dearest Colleen and Dad, We are so very saddened to learn of your mom's passing. You can take some comfort knowing what a caring and loving daughter you were through it all. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Warmly, Beth and Kim Van Atten
Wil Guglielmello
February 22, 2016
Beth, sorry to hear of your sisters passing. May all of your fond memories of her keep her close to you always.
Thomas & Jane Dodds
February 22, 2016
Dear Ann amd Family
I feel so sorry for your loss. I know you all loved here and will miss here dearly. Over time I hope all will heal and you will remember her for the great person she was.
Lisa Morgera
February 22, 2016
Paul, Emily and Colleen,
Thinking of all of you and wishing you peace ... with Lynn's passing, Heaven now has another angel. Lynn was a wonderful woman and that will live on in her beautiful daughters. It was so touching to see how caring you all were during her illness and to watch you take such good care of her. May she now rest in peace. Will miss seeing her up in Maine but look forward to making more memories with all of you. Much love.... The Morgera Family
Halie Dixon
February 22, 2016
To my very best pre-school friend, Colleen and Family- Thinking of your family, I'm so sorry for your loss, prayers with all of you <3
The Kelly Family
February 21, 2016
Please accept our condolences and prayers for you and your family.
February 21, 2016
Dear Paul and Family,
Ann and I send our deepest sympathy for the loss of such a wonderful lady. I know her spirit and beauty will live through your loving daughters.
Dan Brunelle
Jane Wojcik
February 20, 2016
Dear Kirby and Johnson Families,
I am so truly sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working for Lynn for over 18 years at Watson Wyatt. I can honestly say that she was a huge influence on my life -- a wonderful mentor, colleague and friend. She was an extremely dedicated and talented consultant -- and a caring manager and friend to me. She worked very hard, but her family was always priority -- in fact, I would say she helped pave the way in promoting work/family balance in the firm. Wishing you all peace!
- Jane Middleton Wojcik
February 20, 2016
Paul, Shirley and I are sorry to hear of Lynn's passing. We will not be able to come to the calling hours because we are in Florida, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with her. We fondly remember when we were in Maine at your house to reunite with you , Peter and Lynn. May she rest in peace. Neil
Jean and George Perkins
February 20, 2016
Dear Kirby and Johnson Families,
Prayers I send to you in this most difficult time. Both George and I are away and unable to return for Lynn's Mass. All of you are in our thoughts. Jean and George Perkins
Wendy Tamburro
February 20, 2016
Dear Beth, Lindsay, and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your Sister/Aunt sounds like she was a wonderful Woman. My prayers are with all the Family. May God Bless. With Love, Wendy Tamburro
February 20, 2016
Paul and family,
Condolences and prayers for all of you.
Mark Szymcik, adjunct
Wendy Tamburro
February 20, 2016
Dear Beth, Lindsay, and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your Sister/Aunt sounds like she was a wonderful Woman. My prayers are with all the Family. May God Bless. With Love, Wendy Tamburro
February 20, 2016
Dear Paul,
Sandy and I send our warm condolences. I wish we had been able to know you and Lynn outside our workplace. She clearly was a wonderful woman. May you find comfort and strength in family, friends, and good memories.
Wes Mott
Pat Shea
February 20, 2016
Dear Paul, Emily and Colleen,
I have known Lynnie since 1970 when we entered NDA. She was funny, smart, loyal and a joy to be with. She adored all of you, especially her daughters. My heart aches for all of you and all of us, who will no longer see her smiling face or hear her say for the umpteenth time "I've got a good idea". She is finally at peace. Much love and good thoughts coming your way.
Pat Shea ( NDA 1975)
February 20, 2016
Paul, Colleen and Emily
Please accept our deepest sympathy, may Lynn now RIP.
Don and Jo Farley
Susan Vick
February 20, 2016
Dear Paul,
So very sad. God bless you and yours
in this transition. Truly, your colleague, Susan Vick
Susan Maass
February 20, 2016
My heart is broken to read of Lynn's passing. Lynn and I met many years ago when we lived at Thayer Pond. We planned our weddings at the same time and had so much fun doing it. Lynn is someone who has crossed my mind often and I always regretted that life took us in different directions and we lost touch. She was one of the nicest people I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Godspeed Lynn. May you rest in peace.
Althea Danielski
February 20, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful family.
February 20, 2016
Dear Paul, Emily, and Colleen,
We send you our deepest sympathy in the loss of Lynn. She was a beautiful, kind, and intelligent person. She we will continue live on in your hearts.
The Jarvis Family
Luan Paradise
February 20, 2016
Colleen and family...I am so sorry for your loss...you were so good to your mom and took such great care of her. Although you may not think so , she knew you were there doing the best for her. Take comfort in that and in all the memories you have of her. Love and miss you, Luan
Kris Boudreau
February 19, 2016
Dear Paul, Colleen, and Emily,
I've watched with admiration these past few years as you've given Lynn love and care and your presence. I wish you peace now, and hope you'll always remember what a lovely and loyal family you were to your dear mom and wife. She was a good soul, and I know you'll miss her. Please be good now to yourselves.
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