Gretna……….Billy Gene Irby, age 53 of Gretna died Monday, April 8, 2013 at his residence.
Born December 28, 1959 in Lynchburg he was a son of Lena Catherine Dalton Irby of Hurt and the late Vance Harston Irby. He was predeceased by his sister, Connie Moore. Mr. Irby was the owner of B.G. Irby Paint Contracting. Mr. Irby loved animals, enjoyed helping other people, riding his motorcycle, golf, life, his family, and friends.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Jennifer R. Irby of Lynchburg; three brothers, Larry Wayne Irby and his wife, Dottie of Altavista, Steve Irby and his wife, Irene of Orlando, FL, and Ronnie Irby and his wife, Pam of Forest; one sister, Teresa Worsham and her husband, Dennis of Hurt; and nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 6:00 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the Christian Memorial Pentecostal Holiness Church by Rev. Dennis Nichols.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to South Central Spay and Neuter Clinic, 29 Mortimer Drive, Evington, VA 24550.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.