Richard Gerard Kirby, 51, of Jenks Oklahoma, passed away Saturday 1/27/24. He was born January 19, 1973, in Grand Island, Nebraska to Donald Gerard Kirby and Peggy Winter.

Rick is survived by his wife, Karen; sons James and Matthew; father, Don Kirby and mother, Peggy Winter; brother Donnie Kirby; step grandmother, Mary O. Kirby and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and his faithful dog Dave.

Rick was a passionate Denver Broncos fan from an early age and enjoyed playing, coaching, and watching football throughout his life. He enjoyed golf, car drives in the country, and traveling around the world. He graduated from Colorado Mesa University with a journalism degree and worked for Xperi over 25 years.

We will remember Rick's stories, wit, intelligence and his great gift of handling life's inconveniences for many as a husband, son, relative, colleague and friend. Rick could control a room. He was the life and light of the party. He will be missed greatly, and we know he is in our hearts forever. We see times that remind us of his character, and we may laugh or cry, but he is always with us.

Memorial Service will be 10:30 A.M., Friday, February 9, 2024 at Moore's Southlawn Chapel, 9350 E. 51st, Tulsa, OK. Moore's Southlawn 918-663-2233