Carolyn S. Kirby

Carolyn S. Kirby, 76, Lawrence, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, at LMH Health.

She was born on September 4, 1946, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of Bernard and Bernice (Goff) Kennedy.

She was an Administrative Assistant at Lawrence National Bank.  Then went on to be a Clothing Buyer for Weavers Department Store.

She was co-owner of John Kirby Insurance Company, representing American National for over 30 years, where she managed the office for John.

Carolyn met John Kirby and they were united in marriage on May 1, 1982.  She was preceded in death by John on April 8, 2022.

Other survivors include their children Lora Hegeman, Lawrence, Stacey Torres, Lawrence, Steven (Brandi) Stauffer, Wellsville, Chris (Debi) Kirby, Omaha, NE, Andy (Ellie) Kirby, Omaha, NE; nine grandchildren, Erin Kirby, Sara Hegeman (Matt), Alex (Taylor) Mische, Jackson (Jordan) Kirby, Devin Kirby ( Christian), Samantha Torres (Tommy), Caden Kirby, Eli Torres, Kaylee Stauffer; three great-grandchildren, Brantley, Jordyn, Kaceton; Brother -in-law Matt (Marian) Kirby, sister-in-law Kate (Dennis) Pfeifer, sister-in-law Callie Kirby, brother Bernard Kennedy Jr., and many  nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Rory Kennedy Sr, and brother in-law Joe Kirby.

The Family suggests memorial contributions may be made in her name to MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044

A Celebration of Life is planned for September 3, 2023, at the Union Pacific Depot, Lawrence, KS from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com .