of Jonesboro, AR

August 11, 1956 - March 6, 2026

Rickey Joe Kirby, known to his family and friends as Rick, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House, at the age of 69 years. Rick lived in Jonesboro, AR, and worked for 34 years at Hytrol. He was born August 11, 1956, in Jonesboro to Bill and Jewell (Green) Kirby. Rick was a member of Strawfloor Baptist Church and loved fishing, hunting, and most of all, being with his family and grandkids.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Aurther and Versie Green, and Judd and Mary Kirby; and a brother, Ronnie Kirby.

Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Rick include his loving wife of 49 years, Pat (Turner) Kirby; one son, B.J. (Angela) Kirby; one daughter, Amanda (Jeff) Davis; three grandchildren, Amelia Kirby, Garrett Davis and Maddie (Jacob) Dill; and his future great-grandson, baby Dill.

Graveside services will be held 2 pm Monday, March 9, 2026, at Philadelphia Cemetery in Jonesboro with Aaron Neugebauer officiating.

Visitation will be Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro.

Josh Brand, Mark Brand, Chanley Purtteman, Dwan Evins, Matt Kirby and Ronnie Brand will proudly serve as pallbearers.

The family would like to say a special thank you to the staff of the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House for their kindness and care of Rick.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com