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Horace Kirby (John)

30th Jun 1943 — 6th Jun 2026
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Donations in memory of Horace Kirby (John) to "Marie Curie" can be made by pressing the button opposite.

John passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on 6th June 2026, aged 82 years; after facing a short and brave battle with illness.Β 

His spirit and sense of humour remained with him until the very end.Β 

Beloved dad of Rachael, Ed, Rebecca, Mark, Ryan and Kay. Grandad to Kelsey, Owen, Tiegan, Abigail, Isabelle, Jacob and Isaac, and great-grandad to Bodhi.Β 

"Forever in our hearts".Β 

John's funeral service will take place at St. John the Baptist Church, Wolvey, on Friday 3rd July 2026 at 11:00am, followed by the committal in the Churchyard. All friends are welcome to attend.Β 

Flowers welcome.Β 

Donations are being gratefully accepted in memory of John for Marie Curie and may be given online by clicking the "Make Donation" button on this page.Β 

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Funeral Service

Date:
Friday 3rd July 2026

Time:
11:00am

Location:
St. John the Baptist Church, Wolvey
School Lane
Hinckley, Wolvey
Warwickshire, LE10 3LH

Committal Service

Date:
Friday 3rd July 2026

Time:
11:45am

Location:
St. John the Baptist Church, Wolvey
School Lane
Hinckley, Wolvey
Warwickshire, LE10 3LH

Messages Of Condolence

With fond memories of Uncle John over the years, now rest in everlasting peace, reunited with Gill. Our deepest condolences to you all at this sad time πŸ’™
Carol, Stephen & Family
With huge sadness, we say goodbye to an incredible man, our dear friend, John.

John was so much more than a client to us. He was a huge part of our journey from the very beginning, one of the people who believed in us, supported us, and along with his family became an incredible part of our Angel family.

His kindness, warmth, loyalty, and sense of humour touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

Over the years, John became a familiar and much-loved presence in our lives. We shared countless conversations, laughs, and memories that we will treasure forever and his impact on our team will never be forgotten.

We are deeply saddened by his passing and send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who loved him.

Thank you, John, for being such an important part of our lives.

You will be so deeply missed, but always remembered with love, gratitude, and affection.

Rest peacefully. ❀️
Jade Thumwood
Dear cousins Rachel, Becky and Ryan and your families

Really sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle John. He always made me smile when I saw him with the odd wisecrack! I thought of him as a very gentle chap, kind, generous and an exceptional and devoted family man. Stay strong and look after each other, you are going to need each other to lean on even more from now on. Thinking of you all.

Love John and Karen xxx
John Pinder
Uncle John you will be sadly missed, such a sadness for Rachael, Ryan , Becky and there families, rest in piece now with aunty Gill, hope your having a nice chat with your sister xxx
Tatton Family
Thinking and remembering all the happy memories we have of John and Gill, R.I.P, Dear John, Love, Jenny and Lisa xx
Jennifer Baker
Our dear friend John such happy memories we have of you and gill now happily reunited .God Bless you both may you rest in peace all our love julie and Alan Johnson and family πŸ’–πŸ’–πŸ’–
Julie Johnson
Sending love to you all at this very sad time xxx
Melloney Woodroffe
Rachael, Becky, Ryan and families

So sorry for your loss
Sending love to you all at this sad time

The Robinson's xx
Sharon Robinson

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