James Kirby, age 83, of Rockwood, passed away June 27, 2020 at his home. He was a long-time member of Clymersville Baptist Church of Rockwood and served our country in the U.S. Air Force. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years: Carolyn Jo Greene Kirby; and parents: Carl and Nell (Knox) Kirby. He is survived by his children: James Steven Kirby, Mike and wife Mary, Karen and husband Jeff, and Michelle and husband Darrell; grandchildren: Nicole and Marcus and wife Brittany; and a host of other family members and good friends. Family and friends will gather for a graveside service with military honors  at Odd Fellow Cemetery in Rockwood Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Roane County Rescue Squad.