WILLIAMSVILLE, IL – Richard L. Kirby, 84, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018, at Lewis Memorial Christian Village.

He was born in Alhambra, Alberta, Canada on October 24, 1933, to Elza H. and Eva (Nailer) Kirby. He married Norma Jane Oglesby on June 12, 1955, in Lake Fork.

Richard was a veteran of the US Navy. He was the owner and operator of Kirby Welding and retired from Arrow Trailer.

He is survived by his wife, Jane; children, Mary Stewart, Joyce (Mark) Hilliard and Lee (Tammy) Kirby; five grandchildren; one great-grandchild and one on the way; and several nieces and nephews.

In honoring Richard's wishes, no services will be held. Private inurnment will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.