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James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr.

Birth	:	9 Aug 1939 Harlan, Shelby County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	1 Apr 2018 Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Harlan Cemetery, Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.6594505, -95.3281403
Description	:	James (Jim) H. Kirby Sr. age 78, of Missouri Valley, Iowa, passed away on April 1, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Jim was born on August 9, 1939 to Victor J. and Marian M. (Knobbe) Kirby in Harlan, Iowa. Jim was the 3rd generation of Kirby Well Drilling until his failing health caused him to retire and close the business. He was an electrician, plumber, and his family all referred to him as Grandpa MaGyver because he could fix everything and solve everyone’s problems. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; Marian and Victor... Read More	James (Jim) H. Kirby Sr. age 78, of Missouri Valley, Iowa, passed away on April 1, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Jim was born on August 9, 1939 to Victor J. and Marian M. (Knobbe) Kirby in Harlan, Iowa. Jim was the 3rd generation of Kirby Well Drilling until his failing health caused him to retire and close the business. He was an electrician, plumber, and his family all referred to him as Grandpa MaGyver because he could fix everything and solve everyone’s problems. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; Marian and Victor Kirby and his beloved dog, Maggie. Survivors include his wife, Paula D (Frazier) Kirby, daughters; Lorry Fitzgerald and fiancé Dennis Cook, Susan Kirby and fiancé Bert Roach, sons; Roger Kirby and special friend Trish Myler, James Kirby Jr. and special friend Angela Naujoks, David Kirby and wife April (Travis) Kirby, sister: Shirley Eischeid (Lawrence), 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Jim enjoyed mowing and working in his yard, he loved to sit in his front yard to watch traffic on Highway 30. He could be seen waving at people that honked and waved as they drove by. He liked to watch the birds and kept his bird feeder full, so he could watch from his kitchen table. He loved spending time with his family and especially loved hearing the giggles of his grandchildren and helping them whenever he could. Grandpa Jim was a great listener and gave good hugs, told great jokes, and enjoyed watching Tom and Jerry with the twins. Jim’s wishes were for a quiet ending. He died peacefully in his sleep. Private service arrangements are being held at Hennessey Funeral Home in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Celebration of Life 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 8, 2018 at the Eagles Club in Missouri Valley, Iowa for family and friends.--Hennessey Funeral Home

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Where is James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr.'s memorial?
James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr.'s memorial is located at: Harlan Cemetery, Harlan, Shelby County, USA.
When did James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr. death?
James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr. death on 1 Apr 2018 in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the James H. “Jim” Kirby Sr.'s memorial?
Latitude: 41.6594505
Longitude: -95.3281403

Family Members:

Parent

Victor James Kirby

(1917 - 1993)

Marian M. Knobbe Kirby

(1915 - 1990)

Spouse

Paula D. Frazier Kirby

(1942 - 2018)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Harlan Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6594505, -95.3281403

2. Lincoln Township Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6422005, -95.4028015

3. Folck Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6198000, -95.2456000

4. Fairview Township Cemetery
Corley, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5856500, -95.3207500

5. Saint Boniface Cemetery
Westphalia, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7219009, -95.3944016

6. Rose Hill Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7317009, -95.2767029

7. Bowmans Grove Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6617012, -95.2130966

8. Lee Cemetery
Shelby, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5555450, -95.2974981

9. Cuppys Grove Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5643997, -95.2561035

10. Slates Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7605000, -95.2521000

11. Jacksonville Cemetery
Jacksonville, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6488647, -95.1700211

12. Danway Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7296982, -95.1900024

13. Cass Township Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6272115, -95.4958362

14. Jacobson Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5277700, -95.2988900

15. Saint Marys Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7332993, -95.4811020

16. Olson Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5275002, -95.3806000

17. Washington Township Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7305984, -95.4867020

18. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7797012, -95.4207993

19. Heine Cemetery
Shelby, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5277500, -95.4033000

20. Red Line Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7178574, -95.1517029

21. Michaelsen Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7124000, -95.1463500

22. Saint Mary's Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6519012, -95.5233002

23. Oak Hill Cemetery
Irwin, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7813988, -95.2074966

24. Graceland Cemetery
Avoca, Pottawattamie County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4935989, -95.3368988