Mary Ann Irby

Mary Ann Irby,86, passed away September 12, 2016. A celebration of her life will be held at 5:30 PM on Monday, September 19, 2016 at Vineville United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Jacksonville, FL at a later date. The family will greet friends following the service at the church. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon, GA 31204 or American Lung Association of Georgia, 2452 Spring Rd, SE, Smyrna, GA 30080 or to The Methodist Home, 304 Pierce Ave., Macon, GA 31204. Mrs. Irby was born in Jacksonville, FL to the late John William Holden and the late Margaret Frazee Holden. She was a dedicated registered nurse for 45 years. Mrs. Irby was member of Vineville Methodist Church and the Ed Cook Sunday School class. She was preceded in death by her five siblings and her husband, Joe Griffin Irby, Jr. Mrs. Irby was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her memory will forever be treasured by her children, Cheryl (Bill) Adams of Macon, GA and Scott Irby; daughter-in-law Judy Irby, both of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Kevin Adams (Katie), Brian Adams (Amy), Stephen Adams (Kate); great grandchildren, Ellie Adams, Griffin Adams, Annie Adams, and Everett Adams; sister-in-laws, Betty Fowler (Loyd) and Ann Whitmire; brother, Russell Poulton (Sheri); and numerous nieces and nephews. Register online at www.hartsmort.com. Hart's Mortuary and Crematory, Cherry Street, has charge of arrangements.