Shelbie Jean Kirby, 69, of McMinnville, died Monday, Oct. 31, at her residence.
She was born Dec. 31, 1946, in Grundy County, was a former employee of the local Oster plant, was a member of the Church of Christ at Mt. Leo, and was preceded in death by her parents Shelby Griffin and Tennie Tim Smartt. Mrs. Kirby was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.
Survivors include her husband of 49 years Clyde Ray Kirby, their children Jason Ray Kirby and Jennifer (Dennis) Keen, grandchildren Justin Keen and Brandon Keen, her sisters Wilma Henegar, Linda Hudson, and Myrna (Dan) Vickers, and brother Dale Smartt. Many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends also survive.
A memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Thursday evening, Nov. 3, at McMinnville Funeral Home Chapel. Kenneth Mansell and Trent Key will officiate. The Kirby family will receive friends Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at the parlors of McMinnville Funeral Home. Memorial donations may be made to Meals on Wheels. Online condolences may be made at www.mcminnvillefuneralhome.com.
McMinnville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.