Joseph Gilbert Kirby “Cheesie”
August 15, 1949 – April 2, 2024
Joseph Gilbert Kirby “Cheesie”, 74, a lifelong resident of Calvert County passed away April 2, 2024. He was born August 15, 1949 in Prince Frederick to Joseph Sidney and Louise (Greene) Kirby. Cheesie grew up in the county and graduated from Calvert High School. He joined the United States Navy on October 15, 1969 and was honorably discharged on October 1, 1973. In 1989 he moved to Huntingtown to live with his best friends William and Gail Hatfield. For the past 35 years, he has helped his friend raise his children, who became his godchildren and a major part of his life. Cheesie worked for the Calvert Independent as a paste up artist for many years before going to work for mosquito control for Calvert County. He also helped with William and Gail’s pig racing and pony ride business. Cheesie loved anything that involved his godchildren and “grandchildren”. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, farming, going to auctions, especially farm auctions, and bowling. Cheesie will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He is survived by his siblings Zeta Brady and Raymond Greene, godchildren Crystal Said, Timothy Hatfield, William Hatfield, and Christina Herbert, and “grandchildren” Lucas, Ayden, Lena, Olivia, and Tyler. He was preceded in death by his brothers Norman and Thomas Greene.
A private burial with military honors will take place in MD Veterans Cemetery, Cheltenham. A Celebration of Life will be held at his home in Huntingtown 2491 Hunting Creek Road, Huntingtown, MD 20639 on Sunday, April 14 from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
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- Celebration of Life
Sunday, April 14, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
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4 Apr 2024
12:24pm
I am saddened by the death of Gilbert. Although we had not kept in touch I have fond childhood memories of he and Zeta. He will be missed by many. Many hugs and much love to Zeta and Raymond. May Gilbert rest in peace.
City
Lexington Park
State
Maryland
4 Apr 2024
2:52pm
Gilbert was one of a kind. A very kind hearted gentleman. I have known him 50 plus years. Fly high and bowl with the Angels Cheesie. You will be greatly missed.
City
Prnc Frederck
State
MD
4 Apr 2024
3:09pm
Gilbert was a great guy and friend, so sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers of peace and comfort to his family. RIP Cheesie !
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
4 Apr 2024
4:20pm
So sorry for your loss Zeta and Ramond. Growing up we had strong family ties and spent many weekends and holidays together at one home or the other. I was the older cousin and tried to boss but that did not work out. Gilbert was a wonderful person of whom we were all proud to call family.
City
North Beach, MD
State
MD
4 Apr 2024
5:05pm
Condolences to the family and friends. I just met Cheesie this past year when I came to work for the county. But he made a very lasting impact in so little time because of how genuine he was. God bless you, Cheesie. You will be greatly missed!
City
Lusby
State
Md
5 Apr 2024
7:47am
I worked with Gilbert at the Calvert Independent. He was funny but serious, especially when it came to work and doing things the right way. So very sorry to hear of his passing.
City
Clements
State
MD
5 Apr 2024
12:42pm
Such a kind and gentle man, known by many and will be dearly be missed by his loved ones, extended family and many friends. Remember the good times and hold his loved ones in prayers. God bless the life and memory of Cheesie.
Frank and Barbara Brady
City
HUNTINGTOWN
State
MD
9 Apr 2024
2:14pm
Cheesie,
You are missed buddy, but you are no longer in pain. So rest my friend and we will see you again.
Zeta, prayers of comfort for you. Let me know if you need anything I’m here for you.
God Bless you Cheesie!
City
Huntingtown
State
Md
12 Apr 2024
11:16am
May you rest in peace Cheesie. You will be greatly missed. We considered you our family for the past 35 years and I am sure you felt we were all your extended family also. Thanks for being there to help raise all my children and being the extra parent that you were. Your love will be engrained in our children’s hearts forever and our grandchildren’s. They will cherish all of the memories you made with them. We know you will still be looking down on us and watching the grandchildren grow. May God bless you. Thanks for always being there for us and including us as your family. May we always cherish his loving memories and carry them in our hearts forever. Condolences out to his brother and sister also as I know you all will miss him dearly as we will.
City
HUNTINGTOWN
State
Maryland
14 May 2024
3:16pm
What a great man! I will always remember our Friday nights bowling (many years ago).You knew how to have a good time.
Condolences to all of his family & friends.
Rest in Peace Cheesie.
City
Willards
State
MD
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I am saddened by the death of Gilbert. Although we had not kept in touch I have fond childhood memories of he and Zeta. He will be missed by many. Many hugs and much love to Zeta and Raymond. May Gilbert rest in peace.
Gilbert was one of a kind. A very kind hearted gentleman. I have known him 50 plus years. Fly high and bowl with the Angels Cheesie. You will be greatly missed.
Gilbert was a great guy and friend, so sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers of peace and comfort to his family. RIP Cheesie !
So sorry for your loss Zeta and Ramond. Growing up we had strong family ties and spent many weekends and holidays together at one home or the other. I was the older cousin and tried to boss but that did not work out. Gilbert was a wonderful person of whom we were all proud to call family.
Condolences to the family and friends. I just met Cheesie this past year when I came to work for the county. But he made a very lasting impact in so little time because of how genuine he was. God bless you, Cheesie. You will be greatly missed!
I worked with Gilbert at the Calvert Independent. He was funny but serious, especially when it came to work and doing things the right way. So very sorry to hear of his passing.
Such a kind and gentle man, known by many and will be dearly be missed by his loved ones, extended family and many friends. Remember the good times and hold his loved ones in prayers. God bless the life and memory of Cheesie.
Frank and Barbara Brady
Cheesie,
You are missed buddy, but you are no longer in pain. So rest my friend and we will see you again.
Zeta, prayers of comfort for you. Let me know if you need anything I’m here for you.
God Bless you Cheesie!
May you rest in peace Cheesie. You will be greatly missed. We considered you our family for the past 35 years and I am sure you felt we were all your extended family also. Thanks for being there to help raise all my children and being the extra parent that you were. Your love will be engrained in our children’s hearts forever and our grandchildren’s. They will cherish all of the memories you made with them. We know you will still be looking down on us and watching the grandchildren grow. May God bless you. Thanks for always being there for us and including us as your family. May we always cherish his loving memories and carry them in our hearts forever. Condolences out to his brother and sister also as I know you all will miss him dearly as we will.
What a great man! I will always remember our Friday nights bowling (many years ago).You knew how to have a good time.
Condolences to all of his family & friends.
Rest in Peace Cheesie.