Joe Kirby (13 Feb 1940 - 5 Mar 2023)
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Our dearest Joe was a true original. A fantastic musician, a cheeky charmer, and a warm-hearted and generous spirit, whose unique and easy presence touched everyone he met. His stories, jokes and love of life have left us with a wonderful legacy of memories.
Joe was the beloved husband of Christine, loving father of Ella and Alice, and grandfather, “Grumpy”, to Emily and Frank. He was also a dear brother to Simon, and his late sisters, Angie and Judy, as well as uncle and great-uncle to his many nephews and nieces.
Joe is greatly missed by his family and his many friends, far and wide.
We would like to thank the wonderful medical professionals who greatly improved Joe’s quality of life over the last few years and who loved and cared for him. Special thanks must go to St Catherine's Hospice for helping to make Joe's death exactly what he had wished, quiet, peaceful and at home.
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Love from Jonathan and Rachel
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donated £100 in memory of Joe
A real pleasure to have known joe
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donated £50 in memory of Joe
Dear Joe, thanks for all the love, the jokes and the music.
Much love Christine and Andrew
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A gift from Joe’s dear old friend, Tony Halligan
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A gift on behalf of Joe’s brother, Simon.
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donated £50 in memory of Joe
Joe, We miss you and are so grateful for our time with you. So many happy memories and great BBQs
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donated £20 in memory of Joe
A donation on behalf of Nicole, with love
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donated £16.08 in memory of Joe
In memory of a top bloke! Rest in Peace Joe.
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I'm so sorry to hear this. I'm thinking about you, Christine.
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donated £20 in memory of Joe
So sorry to hear this. RIP Joe.
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wrote
Hello Christine. So sorry to hear this news. But I think you had a great life together You will miss him dreadfully. I only met him once or twice but I always felt glad for you that you had him in your life. Very best wishes glad you have family around you at this time.
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donated £50 in memory of Joe
Joe had themost wonderful speaking voice. A warm hearted gent and beloved husband of Christine, he had the rare gift of making all feel both welcomed and included.
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donated £17.56 in memory of Joe
He was a special mind so kind and interesting.
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posted a picture
Always something to laugh about. I love this photo - so Joe!
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Thank you for the many happy memories Joe a d the fabulous stories and jokes. Love grom us all xxxx
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is attending the funeral
Always something to laugh about. I love this photo - so Joe!
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So many lovely memories of our Kirbyfests
Joe holding Lara on her 2nd day of life 😊😍
Joe receiving a prize from Sir Malcolm Sargeant at the Royal College of Music. 1963
Joe in his professional bass playing days.
Alice, Joe and Ella
Still laughing - even with a broken wrist!
Joe with Biscuit on NB Dacre
Joe the boater!
Wedding day. April 1988
At Reigate Priory Bowls Club
Joe playing his cello to Biscuit, the dog!
Joe in his element - barbecuing at the boat!
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