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Robert W. Irby, Jr.

May 17, 1948 - October 8, 2014

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Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |

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Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Graveside @ Riverview Cemetery

Robert W. Scotty Irby, Jr., 66, of Madison, Mississippi, died October 8, 2014, in Jackson, MS, of myelodysplastic syndrome.Scotty was born May 17, 1948, in Monroe, LA, to Robert Irby, Sr., and Marjorie Scott Irby. He graduated from Neville High School and University of Louisiana at Monroe, School of Pharmacy. In Monroe he was a member of Southside (Lea Joyner Memorial) United Methodist Church.He was currently a Registered Pharmacist in Mississippi and previously in Texas.He is deceased by his parents, a sister, Bobbie Ann Irby Martini Dowden, and father-in-law, David Quentin Rankin, Sr.He is survived by his wife Linda Rankin Irby; two sons, Jeffrey Scott Irby, Kill Devil Hills, NC, and Jason Andrew Irby, Brandon, MS; two grandsons, Quinton Chancellor Chance Scott Irby, Greensboro, NC, and Austin Irby, Greenville, NC.; daughter-in-law Katherine Roche Irby, Powell‚ Point, NC.; and mother-in-law, Maxine Campbell Rankin, of West Monroe, LA.Scotty lived for over forty years in Clinton, MS, where he was a member of First United Methodist Church, and led youth as Sunday School teacher and Methodist Youth Fellowship sponsor. He served as a member and president of the Clinton Community Christian Corporation.In 2006 Scotty and Linda moved to Lake Caroline in Madison, where he enjoyed playing golf with his friends. He was a member of Parkway Hills United Methodist Church.Beloved husband, Dad, Grandad, and friend, he is gone too soon, but he gave us all the model of courage in his fight with cancer, of love and support for family, and of Christian compassion and service to others.Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, Riverview Cemetery, 3901 South Grand Street, Monroe, LA 71202, with Kilpatrick Funeral Home in charge.Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 12, 2014, Parkway Hills United Methodist Church, 1468 Highland Colony Parkway, Madison, MS 39110.Memorials may be made to Parkway Hills United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 1721, Madison, MS 39130 or Gift of Life Transplant House, 724 2nd Street SW, Rochester, MN 55902.

Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Graveside @ Riverview Cemetery

Robert W. Scotty Irby, Jr., 66, of Madison, Mississippi, died October 8, 2014, in Jackson, MS, of myelodysplastic syndrome.Scotty was born May 17, 1948, in Monroe, LA, to Robert Irby, Sr., and Marjorie Scott Irby. He graduated from Neville High School and University of Louisiana at Monroe, School of Pharmacy. In Monroe he was aContinue Reading

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Dana Tucker JEFFERSON left a message on October 12, 2014:
i am so sorry I did not see this notice before tonight. Scotty was a dear classmate & friend. My sincere condolences to all of his family! His presence will be missed by his Neville classmates & friends. If I may, please allow me to send notice of his passing to our classmates? God.bless & keep you all. Dana Tucker Jefferson
Elaine Chapman left a message on October 11, 2014:
I am Elaine Chapman, member of Lea Joyner Methodist Church. I want to send my condolences to all of you in the death of Scotty. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I was a very good friend of his mom and dad, so therefore I knew Scotty. We all went to Southside Methodist Church/Lea Joyner Methodist Church. God bless each of you today and in the days to come.
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Linda Mann left a message on October 10, 2014:
Although I haven't seen the Irbys for a number of years, I can easily recall what a sweet-natured person Scotty was. I worked with Linda when they lived in Jackson, saw him from time to time and was always impressed by what a great couple they were. Such a kind person as Scotty always has many friends. He will be deeply missed by them. I'll remember his soft-spoken ways and gentle heart. God bless Linda, his sons and their families with strength and peace.
Judy Jacobs Williams left a message on October 10, 2014:
Scotty was my friend for a long time. I don't even remember when we met- I think Junior High. He was funny and smart and a man of a God. He had the sweetest parents so we can take some comfort that he is reunited with them. The ones left behind will cherish the memories. I remember playing my guitar (very badly!,,) for his parents when I was about 18 and they clapped and pretended that I was good!! Linda, Please know that you and your family will be in my prayers . May God comfort you every day.
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Katherine Irby left a message on October 9, 2014:
Thank you for being such a wonderful man and allowing me the privilege of being your daughter. You (and Linda) raised two fine young men and provided a rather awesome role model for your grandsons. Thank you. You will forever be part of my heart. Remembering the good times.....with all my love~Kat
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