Obituary of Durward Kirby

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Durward Kirby

Homer Durward Kirby (born August 24, 1911 in Covington, Kentucky) was a TV personality and TV actor who was best known for the variety show titled “The Garry Moore Show” during the 1950s and “Candid Camera.”Durward died on March 15, 2000 and his death was because of congestive heart failure. He died at age 88.

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Durward Kirby Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kirby, Durward
    • Common Name: Durward Kirby
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Covington, Kentucky, United States
    • Birth Date: August 24, 1911
    • Age: 88 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Durwood Kirby
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1946-1974
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Ore-Ida French Fries
    • Favorite Color: Brown
    • Favorite Scent: Maison Francis Kurkdjian
    • Favorite Actor: Chris Evans

    Durward's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Homer Durward Kirby
    • Father: Homer C. Kirby
    • Mother: Alma Haglage
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Mary Paxton Young (married 1941-1994, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Randall Kirby
      • Dennis Paxton

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 15 2000 at age 88
  • Place: Punta Rassa, Florida, United States
  • Cause of Death: Congestive heart failure
  • Interment: Buried at Coburn Cemetery in Fairfield County, Connecticut

Category Tags:

TV PersonalityTV Actor American Born on August 24th Born in 1911 Born in Kentucky Died in 2000 Died at age 88 Died from Congestive heart failure

Durward's Notable Roles:

  • The Garry Moore Show

Quotable Quotes:

"Durward Kirby was a talented and beloved television personality, whose infectious energy and charisma lit up the screen every time he appeared, leaving a lasting impact on audiences for years to come. (V)"

"Durward Kirby had a successful career as a radio and television announcer, known for his energetic hosting style and wit, but unfortunately passed away after a long battle with illness. (V)"

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