Linda Beluk Kirby of Hamden, Connecticut (formerly Trumbull, CT) passed away at her home on Wednesday August 24, 2016. She was predeceased by her husband, James E. Kirby Jr, with whom she shared twenty three years of marriage and a lifetime of wonderful memories. Linda and Jim were blessed with two beautiful children Allison Lynn Kirby and James Michael Kirby. Linda and Jim never missed an opportunity to celebrate Ali and Jimmo’s accomplishments whether on the baseball field, the basketball court or their many accomplishments throughout their young lives. Linda is survived by her four sisters and brothers, Katherine Dummitt of Woodbridge, Michael Beluk of Stamford, Robert Beluk of Atlanta, and Meredith Clark of Chicago. In addition to her brothers and sisters she was blessed with nieces and nephews and her love for all of them was deeply genuine and real ; William and Jack Clark of Woodbridge, Lauren, Michael and Matt Beluk of Stamford, Calem, Skyler, and Jolee Beluk of Atlanta, Nicholas, Max, Andrew, and Elizabeth Clark of Chicago. Before becoming disabled Lin enjoyed many happy years in the employ of Sacred Heart University. She was passionate about SHU and the team that she was a part of for so many years. The Sacred Heart University along with Quinnipiac University communities have provided unwavering love and support for the Kirby and Beluk families, and we wish to take this opportunity to thank them all from the bottom of hearts.
Her funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue on Saturday morning at 10:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church at 11:00. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hamden. The visiting hours will be Friday (TODAY) from 4 to 8 pm.
Our sincere condolences on Lyn,s passing–The Beluk family will be in our prayers-
God Bless you–Grace and Gene Bonina
Our thought and prayers are with the Beluk family during this difficult time.
Sending the Beluk Family our deepest condolences on the passing of Linda
We were so sad to hear of Linda's passing. She was so brave and strong and now she is at peace. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you with much love.
My thoughts are for peace and courage Allie, Jimmy, the Beluk and Kirby families. Linda was a wonderful professional who built personal relationships that will last for us a lifetime. We shared a professional life that spanned more than 27 years, one where mutual respect and admiration were at the core. More important where Lin was concerned, the phase special friend has true meaning for me. I know I am not alone. She made friends easily with her caring smile, her wit, and memorable laugh. Our lives will be empty in places that her energy filled. Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss. Love, Julie Bellico Savino
Mrs. Kirby had such a big impact on my life and I will never ever forget that. She always took everyone in as if they were your own, she always made everyone feel comfortable and loved, she was always there to give me the best advice when every I needed it and let's not forget her amazing story's. I will never forget her sweet spirit and her kind heart. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs. Kirby will always have a special place in my heart.
I grew up in Stamford with Linda. My brother Jeff worked on little league with Jim. I'm very sorry for your loss.