Robert Hall Kirby

Robert Hall Kirby, known affectionately as "Papa Bear," of Windham, Maine, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, at the age of 87. He was able to spend his final days surrounded by his loving family and friends at his favorite place, Ossipee Lake in Freedom, N.H.

Robert was born on Aug. 30, 1936, in Worcester, Mass., to Eleanor (Hall) Kirby and Harold Kirby. He grew up in Holden, Mass., and it was at Holden High School where he met his future wife, Hope (Griffith) Kirby. They were married on Sept. 6, 1958, and together they shared more than 65 years of love and companionship.

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