Obituary of Eugene Dirr

Eugene Dirr, age 80, of Independence, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2013, at his residence. He was the former Director of Purchasing for R.A. Jones, a member of St. Cecilia Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a former volunteer Fireman for the City of Independence. Mr. Dirr enjoyed playing cards, golfing, bowling, reading, and spending time with family. His parents, John and Viola Dirr; and brother Jerry Dirr preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Margie Mills Dirr; daughters, Jeanne M. (Dave) Schulte and Lisa (Jeff) Lehkamp; sons, Michael J. (Mary) Dirr and Steve M. (Laurie) Dirr; sisters, Mary (Roger) Frey, Pat (Dick) Spanagel, Sharon Geisheimer; and grandchildren, Sara, Samantha, Stefanie, Megan, Nick, McKenzie, David, Daniel, Garret, Rachel, Andrea, Eric, Julia, and Michael. ***DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER, MR. DIRR'S VISITATION HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY FROM 3 P.M. TO 5 P.M. HIS MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL WILL BEGIN AT 5 P.M. AT ST. CECILIA. Interment will be at St. Cecilia Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Cecilia Church, 5313 Madison Pike, Independence, KY 41051.