Kenneth Kirby, 63, formerly of Bartlett, passed away after a courageous battle with bladder cancer. Beloved husband of Christine; loving dad of Jeanette (Harvey Elliott) Shrewsbury and Gregg (Suzi); cherished grandpa of Cullen and Amber; dear son of the late Walter and Bonnie (nee Blom); caring brother of Vicki Collazos; fond uncle of Felisa Collazos and great uncle of Ayanna Grey; caring son-in-law of Irene Zurek. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Ken was a Sgt. Serving from 69’-71’. His big heart will be missed by many. Cremation is private at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd (at Stearns Rd), Bartlett.