John Thomas Kirby

Memorial service for John Thomas Kirby, 70, Lawrence will be private. He died tragically on April 8, 2022.

John was born on December 8, 1951 in Kansas City, MO the son of John Joseph & Betty Lou (Megede) Kirby.

He was the owner of John Kirby Insurance Company, representing American National for over 30 years.

On May 1, 1982, John was united in marriage to Carolyn S Kennedy in Lawrence, KS.

Other survivors include 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, 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 Matt(Marian)Kirby, Sister Kate (Dennis)Pfeifer, sister in law Callie Kirby, brother in law Bernard Kennedy, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Michael Kirby and Joseph Kirby, Sister Mary McMurray.

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