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HR 1899: Kirby, Dr. F. Hugh; honoring the life and memory; condolences

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House Resolution 1899

By: Representative Powell of the 33rd

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Dr. F. Hugh Kirby; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, we paused with grateful hearts to remember and honor the life and legacy of Dr. F. Hugh Kirby, who was born on February 13, 1939, in Drayton, South Carolina, and departed this earthly life on July 12, 2025, in Hartwell, Georgia; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Kirby faithfully served as a minister of the gospel for more than 66 years, devoting his life to proclaiming God's truth, shepherding His people, and modeling the love of Christ through humility, grace, and unwavering faith; and

WHEREAS, a devoted lifelong learner, who pursued knowledge with passion and purpose, earning degrees from Furman university in Greenville, South Carolina; the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky; and Columbia Theological Seminary in Atlanta, Georgia, he continually deepened his faith and understanding of God's word; and

WHEREAS, through his ministry, Dr. Kirby faithfully served many congregations, including First Baptist Church in Greenville, South Carolina; Victory Memorial Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky; Grace Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia; First Baptist Church in Raleigh, North Carolina; Dunwoody Baptist Church in Dunwoody, Georgia; and Hartwell First Methodist Church in Hartwell, Georgia, always preaching with passion, compassion, and conviction; and

WHEREAS, he also served as senior pastor of Calvary Baptist Church in West Lafayette, Indiana, and Hartwell Baptist Church in Hartwell, Georgia, where his leadership, vision, and pastoral care left an indelible mark on the lives of his congregation; and

WHEREAS, Dr. Kirby was a thought-provoking and encouraging preacher, whose words inspired reflection, growth, and hope; he was a teacher who fed both mind and soul with truth, humor, and grace; and

WHEREAS, he was a wonderful educator, especially gifted in teaching children the love of Christ, and was affectionately known as the "master of the children's sermon," delighting and inspiring young hearts with his warmth, creativity, and care; and

WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous man, Dr. F. Hugh Kirby will long be remembered for his love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing him.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Dr. F. Hugh Kirby and express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of Dr. F. Hugh Kirby.