Jeanne Kirkby

Kirkby: Mrs. Jeanne Letitia nee Perrie Passed away peacefully on September 29th at Huronlea Home in Brussels in her 79th year. Beloved wife to the Late Douglas Kirkby (1993). Special friend to John Gaunt (2020). Loving mother to Paul (Thu Van) Kirkby of Walton, and the Late Jennifer Elaine Kirkby (1973). Grandma to Sean and Melanie Kirkby. Sister to David (Joan) Perrie, John (Mary) Perrie, Will (Chi) Perrie, Leslie Perrie and the Late Margaret Perrie (1970). Predeceased by her parents John and Clara Perrie. Missed by furry friend Sophie. Jeanne Kirkby was a kind, organized, intelligent, common sense mother and grandmother. Family was very important to Jeanne she was always supportive and gave good advice no matter what the problem. She was very involved in her grandkids lives pushing them to be better, to get an education and was always a good role model. She was a strong person with a positive outlook on everything. Jeanne loved to listen to classical music in her special chair and read her books. She played the piano and loved music. Jeanne was a serious card player especially with Bridge and offered to teach the grandkids how to play every time she saw them. Jeanne always had a least 2 dogs around to keep her company on her walks in the back garden. She loved to travel and saw a lot of the world when she was able. She was active in her community and church and will be missed by both. A graveside funeral service will take place on Saturday, October 3rd at 11 am at the Brussels Cemetery. In lieu of flowers or as expressions of sympathy donations to the MS Society or Melville Presbyterian Church would be appreciated. Due to Covid-19 restrictions please wear a mask and respect social distancing. If you are feeling ill please do not attend the service. Cards of sympathy may be sent to Box 340 Brussels N0G 1H0 Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca