James Edwin Kirby, 61, passed away at home with family by his side on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. He was born in Racine, WI on April 6, 1955, the son of James Loren and Edna Mae (nee: Webb) Kirby.

James graduated from Washington Park High School and was a Racine resident all of his life. He was retired from CNH Global (Case Corporation). On April 27, 2002, he was united in marriage to Selathia R. Kirby (nee: Hargrove). James loved and served his God Jehovah and was active in his ministry to the best of his ability as one of Jehovah's Witnesses. James was a very caring and generous person who loved spending time with family and friends. James enjoyed vacationing, walks with his dog (Shiloh), he was very mechanically inclined, and he also loved music.

James is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Selathia R. Hargrove-Kirby; his children, Angela N. Kirby, Reginald N. Phifer, and Rheathia V. Phifer all of Racine; 3 granddaughters, Janasia L. Kirby, DaNay L. Kirby, Nerissa J. Kirby.

He is further survived by his sisters, Quintella Kirby of California, Kimberly Carslick of Racine, and survived by his brother, Phillip Kirby of California, also survived by his In-laws; Sam (Rita) Hargrove, and sisters-in-law; Delicia M. (Carter) Evans both of Racine and Tikita M. Hargrove of Illinois. He also leaves to cherish his memory his nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, James L. (Edna Mae) Kirby; his son, Collin A. Kirby; and his brother, Marc D. Kirby.

A memorial service for James will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017 in the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 1600 N. Summerset Dr. Mount Pleasant, WI. 53406, with Elder Sam Hargrove II officiating. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. noon.

The family wishes to thank the First Responders of Mount Pleasant Fire/Rescue and the medical staff at Ascension All Saints that cared for him.

Service Details

Service: Saturday, April 15, 2017 at 1:00 pm in Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 1600 N. Summerset Drive  Racine, WI   53406

Visitation: at the Kingdom Hall on Saturday from 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm

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