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Jesse Franklin Kirby was born June 22, 1938 in Oklahoma City to Thelma Jo (Cesar) and Jesse Franklin Kirby Jr. and died in Muskogee, OK, August 4, 2017, at the age of 79. He attended Oklahoma City public schools, graduating in 1956 from Northeast High School. He attended OSU, OU, and OCU where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon and ultimately graduated with a BS in Business from Central State College lacked only 3 hours on his master’s degree. He was proud to serve in the U.S. Army in the early 1960’s. Married in 1960 to Janelle Lee Williams, he became father to Jesse Franklin Kirby IV (1962) and Jason Kirby (1971).
He was always a true entrepreneur, owning several businesses and managing others in various fields.
He is predeceased by his parents and grandparents, and son Jesse IV (2016). He is survived by his son, Jason, and an only sister. Nieces are: Chele Mickle and husband Jared and their three children, Samantha, Tabitha, and Robert Jared (RJ); Angela Marie O’Neal and husband, Russell; and Kelly Bonita Cathey and husband Daryl, (Kelly’s children: Chris, Rachel, Andy, Amy, Eric [deceased]). Nephews are Brian Wayne Satterlee and his son Jess Wayne. Also former wife, Janelle Lee Miller, and sister-in-law, LizAnne Williams.
There will be no public memorial service. An interment service at a national veterans’ cemetery will be scheduled later.
“. . .absent from the body, present with the Lord.” 2Cor 5:8. Rest in peace, Jess.
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Virginia Gregory Pahdocony says
My sincere sympathy to all who loved and cared for Jesse. He was a kind person with friends at all levels of society, a person seldom forgotten standing a full 6’5″. Living the frugal lifestyle that he did, it annoyed him that he couldn’t buy clothes on sale or at thrift stores rather than at Big & Tall shops. He could always figure the best deal whether buying lunch or a car. With his full, white beard, Jesse was Santa at malls a few years and even walked in the Edmond Independence Day Parade one year as Uncle Sam. Jesse was a knowledgeable numismatist and appraised many collections throughout his lifetime. I’m thankful that I knew Jesse and even though I didn’t see him often these last years, I miss him. VA
LizAnne Williams says
Well Jess, What can I say…You were my brother-in-law & part of my family for so many years. You drove Jeff, Jason, Angie, Kelly & Brian around town & showed them stuff that I can’t even imagine. You made them pick up coke bottles & cans for re-sale. You & Janelle took care of Kelly, when I couldn’t. You were weird & funny & would sit in a hospital room with sick people for hours. You drove me crazy sometimes, but I always loved you. I will miss knowing you are no longer on this earth plain, but happy you are no longer in pain. I will see you again on the other side. I hope you will welcome me when it’s my turn. Till we meet again…I LOVE YOU, LizAnne
LizAnne Williams says
Jason & Janelle, You know I am with you in your grief. Love you both so much, LA
Ame Gorena says
Jess, you, Janelle and I shared many moments. God has taken you into His Hands. May you rest in peace.
Janelle and Jason, I feel your loss. You know how much I love you. Also know that the Lord will comfort you both. For whatever you need, I am here to help.
Brian Robinson says
Jess was one hell of a guy. I loved him! He dated my Mom for a period of time and he helped her through some tough times. I found Jess to be such a character. Smart, funny, engaging, eccentric, and an overall great dude. Sending my condolences and love to the Jess Kirby family. Sincerely, Brian C. Robinson
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