Daniel "Toby" Kirby

Daniel A. Kirby, 78, passed away July 4, 2025 in Springdale, Arkansas.

Daniel was born in Washington, D.C, September 12th, 1946, to parents Francis A . and Marie-Claire (Mahaney) Kirby.

He graduated from Archbishop John Carroll High School in 1964 and continued his education at University of Maryland in 1966.

Daniel proudly served his country in the United States Army and the National Guard retiring after 20 years of service. He was also a member of the Color guard unit in the Indiana National Guard.

On January 2, 1996, Daniel married his wife Donna. 

A very hard worker, Daniel worked as a nurse after retiring from the Army. He enjoyed working with the elderly and his time at the Children’s Clinic in Springdale.

Daniel was a strong, loving gentleman. He enjoyed traveling, landscaping, spending time with his wife and fur babies and attending church.

Along with his beloved boxer Mia, He is survived by his wife Donna Kirby; his children Dan (Shelly), Kevin (Candi), Sharon, Bo, Kathryn (Ken), Brandi Jones, Yancey (Laura) Price, 16 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; sisters Thrynn Kirby and Helene Marie Kirby both of Delaware.

Daniel is preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Marie Claire Kirby, sister, Jaan Kirby, aunt and uncle Helene Mahaney and Daniel Mahaney.

Visitation for Daniel will be Thursday July 17th, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church (10th street), from 10-12pm. His mass will begin at 12pm. He will be laid to rest at Acton Cemetery with full military honors.