Kirby's Obituary
Kirby D. Bacon, 61, of Monticello, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at IU Health Arnett Hospital of Lafayette. He was born on September 17, 1962 in Lafayette, IN to Isaac “Ike” Bacon and the late Carol (Forry) Bacon.
Kirby was a 1981 graduate of Tri- County High School. He continued his education at Bethany Lutheran College of Mankato, MN and Purdue University.
His marriage was to Karen E. Anker on September 30, 1983 in Indianapolis and she survives. Kirby and Karen had two children.
Kirby was a member of the Masonic Lodge of Buffalo, Fellowship of Christian Scientists at Monsanto and Coon Hunting Club of Wolcott. Throughout his work life, Kirby was employed with W.R. Grace and Company of Remington, Stine Seed Co., Crow’s Seed Co., Dekalb and retired as an agronomist for Monsanto.
Kirby enjoyed tending to his woods and spending time at the family farm, playing guitar, banjo, mandolin, and singing. He was always a hard worker and willing to lend a helping hand to friends and family. After moving back to the area, Kirby provided care to his parents, Ike and Carol, as well as his mother and father-in-law Edward and Norma Anker.
Surviving along with his wife, Karen, are his children, Nathan (Breanna) Bacon of Monticello and Rebecca (Bryan) White of Buffalo. Father, Ike Bacon of Monticello. Sisters, Lynn Mailloux (Curtis) Simonye of Fishers and Lea Bacon Idlewine of Wolcott. Five grandchildren, Rylee (Rebecca), Elise, Dean, Silas, and James (Nathan), as well as many nieces and nephews.
Kirby is preceded in death by his mother, Carol Bacon. Grandparents Marvin and Nora Bacon, and Fern and Lois Forry.
Friends may call from 4:00 – 8:00 PM (EST) Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington with Masonic Service beginning at 7:00 PM. Funeral Service 11:00 AM (EST) Wednesday, August 7, 2024 also at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home. Pastor Allan Maximo to officiate. Interment to follow at the Wolcott Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Kirby to The Grand Lodge of Indiana Libanus Lodge #154 or Riley Children’s Hospital of Indianapolis.
Please share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
