William Wayne Irby Obituary
The passing of William Wayne Irby of Appomattox, Virginia occurred on June 7, 2026. William, born on May 29, 1947, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dallas William Irby and Billie Newman; his stepfather Alfred Newman; and his siblings-in-law, Gail and Giles Slade.
He is survived by: his wife Marietta Drinkard Irby; his children, David Wayne Irby and Cheryl Lyn Irby; his granddaughter Dallas Gail; his brothers, Robert (Gwen Gentry) and Gerald (Melissa Irby); and his siblings-in-law, Tommy, Nell Drinkard, E. B. and Loretta Drinkard. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
For those wishing to make memorial contributions, the family respectfully suggests the Rebecca Cemetery Fund, c/o Charles Martin, 67 Stonewall Rd, Concord, VA, 24538.
