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Agnes Kirby Obituary

Agnes Marie Kirby, nee Burton, age 71, of Glen Ellyn for 50+ years died Sunday, July 29th at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield. She was born October 13, 1940 in Imlay City, Michigan to the late Robert and Marie Burton and raised in Northville, MI she graduated from Northville High School. Agnes became a paralegal and went on to work for the DuPage County 18th Judicial Courts for 33 years as a secretary. She was a member of the Glen Ellyn VFW and American Legion. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, traveling and golf. Agnes is survived by her loving children, Catherine (Michael) Nelms, Brenda Freedman, Michael (Cindy) Kirby, Susan Mangiaracina, Renee (David) Hoffman and William (Lucy) Black; dear grandchildren Amanda, Julie, Meghann, James, Josh, Crystal, Angelina, Anthony, Nicholas, Kate, Will and Lyndsy; and brothers Richard (Linda) Burton and Robert Burton. She was preceded in death by the late Edward Burton. Visitation is Friday, August 3rd from 6-9 p.m. at Leonard Memorial Home, 565 Duane St., Glen Ellyn where prayers will be Saturday 10 a.m. proceeding to St. Petronille Catholic Church in Glen Ellyn for 10:30am funeral mass. Interment private. Funeral info 630-469-0032.

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Published by Central DuPage News/Leader/Post/Press on Jul. 31, 2012.

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John and Marilyn White

August 2, 2012

To Agnes's Family,
We are so happy that we had Agnes in our lives! She was a large presence around Raintree, and put her heart and soul into this place. We will remember her great golf shot on the 4th hole on June 21st. She screamed with joy! It was a pleasure to spend 2 hours with her on the golf course, and dinner afterward. We already missed her tonight, and will every Thursday night. Our prayers are with you.

Mardie Pollard

August 2, 2012

To Agnes' Family,

I am honored to have been a friend of Aggie's for over 35 years. Although her children and grandchildren always came first, she always had time for her friends as well. I moved away from DuPage many years ago, but we kept up our friendship. My heart goes out to all of you. I will miss my loyal and caring friend forever.

August 1, 2012

Agnes and I developed our friendship while painting the lobby of my 440 building. My thoughts concerning Agnes were then forming as to how kind, how thoughtful a person she was.Yes,it did save us money by not hiring a painter. We would see each other from time to time on our Raintree grounds and at Board meetings, would stop and share our concerns. I have thought of running for a Board position, but thought better of it. I saw Agnes during Raintree's annual 'Ice Cream Social' this past July 15. Little did I know then that this would be my last opportunity to visit with her. My heart goes out to ALL her family members. May the Lord reach down His hands from the open windows of heaven and grant each...their inner strength and peace at this difficult time. God Bless...

Claire Loudon
440 Raintree Court

Patricia Braksick

August 1, 2012

I will hold you in my heart forever. You were and always will be my guardian angel. Your kindness, thoughtfulness and warm smile will be cherished and never forgotten. I love you so very much dear sweet Auntie Agnes. All my heart, Patty

July 31, 2012

Dear Kirby Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Agnes was such a wonderful, kind women. She will be missed.

Brandy Wagner-Oostman

Shirley Pillar-Baumbach

July 31, 2012

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Laura Urbik Kern

July 30, 2012

Dear Kirby family et al.,
The loss of your dear Agnes is felt by so many who knew her. She was kind, a great teacher and a wonderful person to know. I was sad when she left the Courthouse on her retirement and truly felt like I lost a friend . You all, and she will be in my prayers.

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