DEACON CHARLES "BO" KIRBY

Charles Henry “Bo” Kirby was the only child born to Bernice “Sue” Jones and was reared by his mother, Sue, along with her younger siblings Melvin, Elvin, Eloise, and Robert in the home of the
late Supt. W. L. Jones. His mother later married Sherman Crayton, who he affectionately called “Pops,” and helped raise him as his own. He was preceded in death by his mother and father; His
maternal grandparents, Supt. Walter L. Jones Sr. and Missionary Lovesa Haywood Jones. A stepbrother, Milton Crayton, and a stepsister, Bernice Crayton Bennett.

Charles was known to by many as “Bo” or “Charlie K”. Charles received his formal education and graduated from Phyllis Wheatley High School in 1964.He attended St. Philip’s College, where he obtained an Associate Degree in Business.

Charles joined and served in the US Active Army in 1965, discharged honorably, and joined the US Army Reserve. He served as a Medical Specialist and a Unit Supply Technician at the Irwin Army Community Hospital in Fort Riley, KS., where he was awarded twice for Employee of the Year. He served in the 651st Med Co in Ludwigsburg, Germany; Fort Polk, LA., Fort Hood, TX., and 410th Evac Hospital in Topeka, KS. His awards include: German HeadStart 1984, Leadership Management Development Course, Non-Commissioned Officer Primary Development Ribbon,
Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Army Achievement Medal (8th Oak Leaf Cluster), Good Conduct Medal (4th Award), Overseas Service Ribbon (3rd Award), National Defense Medal,
Driver Mechanic Badge, Army Commendation Medal w/(3rd) OLC, Army Service Ribbon, National Defense Medal w/Bronze Star, Army Lapel Button, and Weapons Expert Badge.

Charles relocated to San Antonio, TX in 2009. He rededicated his life to Christ and joined Greater Evangelist Temple C.O.G.I.C. under the pastoral leadership of the late Supt. C. W. Steward and
Pastor Verell Nelson. He served in many areas of the church for 11 years. Bro. Kirby served as the President and Secretary of the Brotherhood department, Transportation Officer, Key Control and
Physical Security Officer. He managed the G.E.T. Thrift Shop for 10 years. He received a Certificate of Recognition for his exceptional performance from Supt. C. W. Steward.

In March of 2022, Bro. Kirby moved his membership to Inspirational Church under the leadership of Pastor Kenneth R. Flye, where he most recently served until his demise. He was the Church
Groundskeeper, Facilities manager, and Transportation Officer. He was responsible for picking up children from school and taking them to the church daycare, where he coached and mentored the
youth. Bro. Kirby faithfully served as a devoted usher at both churches. He completed Deacon training at Inspirational Church and proudly received ordination on June 2, 2024, under the
leadership of Dr. Kenneth R. Flye. Deacon Kirby prepared presentations and delivered the gospel message on 5th Sundays. He also volunteered and picked up at the San Antonio Food Bank for the Inspirational Church Food Pantry for distribution from 2012-2022.

Charles leaves to mourn his passing and cherish his memories a devoted wife, Lois Vaughan Kirby; one son from his previous marriage, Darayel D. Kirby (Rechetta); two grandsons, D’corrin D. Kirby and Devin D. Kirby of San Antonio, TX; one stepdaughter and two granddaughters of Virginia; one bonus daughter Cindy Kroll Fields of Killeen, TX; three brothers-in-law Nathaniel Vaughan
(Sandra), James Vaughan (Kay) of Georgia, Gary Vaughan of San Antonio, TX; one sister-in-law Cartina Vaughan Wilson (Reginald) of Georgia; a host of cousins, family and many friends.