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Mary Frances Kirby, 74, of Nocona, TX, passed away Thursday, December 24, 2020 in Wichita Falls, TX. Mary was born May 21, 1946 in Martinsville, VA to Kermit and Jessie Frances (Minter) Matthews. Mary married Joseph Earl Kirby on November 28, 1963 in Martinsville, VA. She was a homemaker. When Mary was growing up in Martinsville VA, she never dreamed that God would use her in such a powerful way. After meeting and marrying Joe Kirby, they began to preach, teach and love everyone that was brought across their path. Mom was the kind of woman that you wanted to know. She listened, cared and remembered every detail about you. She drew you to her heart and never forgot you or your birthdate. And in return, many, many people remember her. Fondness and joy show when her name is mentioned. Many souls were won to Christ because of her obedience and sacrifice. Her legacy will live on in her family and friends. We love and miss you, Mary. Mary is survived by her sons, Jerry Kirby and wife, Mandy of Pilot Point, TX and Jeff Kirby and wife, Lanee of Asheboro, NC; daughter, Libby Colon of Gainesville, GA; ten grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother, Ronald Matthews and wife, Cheryl of Roanoke, VA; sister, Martha Gould and husband, David of Moorehead City, NC; brother-in-law, Dwight Kirby and wife, Mary of Nocona, TX; and several nieces and nephews. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Kermit and Frances Matthews; followed by her husband, Joseph; granddaughter, Chelsea Anne Kirby; and brother, James Matthews. Visitation will be held 6:00PM, Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at Slay Memorial Funeral Center in Aubrey, TX. A funeral service will follow at 7:00PM with Dwayne Edwards officiating and a special video message from Wayne Evans. A Committal service will be 10:00AM, Wednesday, January 6, 2021 at Pilot Point Community Cemetery in Pilot Point, TX. Online condolences may be shared at www.slaymemorialfuneralhome.com. The Kirby family respectfully requests that all attendees wear a mask and practice physical distancing for the safety of those who are fragile or have health issues. Thank you for your understanding and kindness. In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made in Mary’s honor to: The Carpenter Shop Meals on Wheels 400 Boston St. Nocona TX 76255 Arrangements are under the direction of Terri Slay and Slay Memorial Funeral Center.

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Mary Frances Kirby

May 21, 1946 - December 24, 2020