John William Kirby Sr. Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of John William Kirby Sr. of Aurora, Missouri, born in Nevada, Missouri, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 9, 2025 at the age of 79. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John William Kirby Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his mother Esther Van De Mark; his grandparents, Jack and Ethel Doty; and his siblings, Nancy and Dean.
He is survived by: his wife Sharon Kirby; his children, Carol McWhirter (Larry) and Bill Kirby (Dee); his grandchildren, Will McWhirter, Addison Osborn (Jordan) and Ashlyn Gertiser (Grant); his great grandchildren, Kohen Osborn, Kayce Osborn and Gray Gertiser; his granddaughter Baby Gertiser; and his sister Linda Boyd.
Visitation was held on Monday, April 14th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Peterson Funeral Chapel (229 W Church St, Aurora, MO 65605). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 14th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
