John Leslie Kirby Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 23, 2023 we had to say goodbye to John Leslie Kirby of Spencer, Tennessee. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Leslie Kirby to show support.

He was predeceased by : his former life partner Bernice Kirby; his parents, Paul Kirby and Carrie; his siblings, Lena Sapp, Cordell, Willie and Greer Kirby; and his stepson Billy Dodson.

He is survived by : his wife Anna Mae Kirby of Spencer, TN; his children, John Kirby (Dawn) of Spencer, TN and Tina Asberry of Spencer; his stepchildren, Sandy Mayfield (Melvin) of Spencer, TN, Jo Ann Hensley (Darryl) of Quebeck, TN and Roxie Watson (Charles) of Spencer, TN; his grandchildren, Michael Thomas (Jayme), Jennifer Thomas (Nick) and Nathan Heady (Kelley); and his siblings, Marie Kirby Sapp of Pikeville, TN, Janie Sapp Newby of Pikeville, TN, Junior Kirby (Gene) of Crossville, TN, Johnny Sapp of Pikeville, TN and Tony Sapp (Vivian) of Dayton, TN. He is also survived by seven step-grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Reed Family Funeral Homes Inc.

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June 29, 2023

Tap The Knowledge wrote a sympathy message

“JL was a great employee but more important was his friendship. His work ethics were legendary. May his family and loved ones find peace knowing that somewhere in heaven if there is a golf course or grass needing cut. J. L. is mowing and smiling there today. I miss you buddy! Wendell Nealon”