Death date: Feb 13, 2023
Kirby Edwin Judd, 97, of Stafford, Connecticut, passed away on February 13, 2023, after a bout with pneumonia. Kirby was born on May 19, 1925 to Elizabeth “Bessie” (Kirby) Judd and Edwin Judd in Flushing, New York. Kirby served in Read Obituary
When I first heard that Kirby had died, I’d posted a tribute on legacy.com, never thinking that his family wouldn’t see it. I’m sorry! I wanted you to know how much Kirby meant to me.
Back in the fall of 1967, Kirby was my supervising teacher when I practice taught at LHS. He was brilliant, kind, funny, and humble. He was a wonderful role model as a teacher, one who could truly be himself, not a tin god, and yet command respect and interest from his students. While never disrespecting his students, he could discipline them when necessary. I learned so much!
In the years after, whenever I saw Kirby at faculty gatherings, retirement parties, or more recently at R.A.T.S., a morning coffee hour for retirees, we greeted each other warmly and always enjoyed our conversations. I’ve missed his presence there since he quit driving. He was such a delightful man, who lived a very full life.
Peace and beauty is what I felt when visiting Kirby's family farm. Peace Be With You All.
Kirby was our neighbor, and it was always a joy to see him outside working on his farm and he came and asked Jake for help to fix his tractor, he always had good things to say, we also enjoyed talking with him at Diana's restaurant with his brother Ted. Wonderful man, he was ,he will be missed, Jake & Kathy Jacobsen
Kirby was an amazing person and such a honor to have known him, I so enjoyed spending hours trimming blueberry bushes and helping him with weeding, and gardening. Both him and Jo were truly great great people , and inspiring to all. He will be greatly missed.
Micki
Laura, Thank you for sharing your father's life. He was a true Renaissance Man! You must have so many wonderful memories of your family times together. May these bring you peace and joy. Joan Grady
Such a great family to have as neighbors over the years. Kirby and Jo always had great stories to share. Praying for comfort for all of you at this time.
It was a pleasure and an honor to have Kirby among us at the Stafford Senior Center. His was a life well lived.
