Faith
Tragic Loss Strikes Devoted Father and Faithful Baseball Veteran
Faith Facts
- Brian Kirby was remembered as a man of deep Christian conviction and grace.
- He built a record-breaking collegiate baseball career at the University of Arkansas before reaching Triple-A.
- His family takes comfort in the promise of eternity and asks for prayers for Jennifer and their two daughters.
Brian Kirby, a former professional baseball standout and two-time MLB draft pick, was laid to rest this week following a tragic accident while serving his community.
At 46 years old, the devoted husband and father was remembered as a man of unwavering Christian conviction who lived with grace.
Kirby reached the Triple-A level of professional baseball after a record-breaking collegiate career at the University of Arkansas.
Despite his athletic success, those closest to him testify that his identity was firmly rooted in his relationship with the Lord.
“Brian was a man of deep faith, who faithfully lived out his convictions with grace and dignity.”
His cousin, Allison Avra Guerin, shared that while the loss is heartbreaking, she finds peace knowing he has reached the other side.
Please join us in praying for his wife, Jennifer, and their two daughters as they navigate this difficult season.