of Conway, AR

October 18, 1941 - November 2, 2024

Johnny Irby, 83, of Conway went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was born on October 18, 1941, in Conway, AR to the late James Paul and Lena Mae Irby.

Johnny married the love of his life, Linda Irby, on August 11, 1961, the couple was married for 63 years. They loved to travel in their motor home and on mission trips. Johnny also served as a deacon, greeter and a member of the security team for Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway. He was also a Gideon and was still giving out Bibles last week. Johnny enjoyed a long career as the purchasing manager at CHDC and loved spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Lou Davis Irby; daughter, Anita Irby Stephens (Jeff) of Greenbrier AR; grandsons, Ben Stephens (Amy) of Fort Collins CO, and Matthew Stephens (Rebecca) of Conway, AR.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the Hospice Home Care Staff, Cortney, Skye, Bill, Dee, Laken, Ruby, Russell, Cassandra, Rubye, Kenyon, Cam and Dr. Thad Hardin, who all treated Johnny like family. Our goal was to keep him at home and that mission was accomplished with all the support. He passed peacefully at home with his family surrounding him and he is safe in the arms of Jesus. It's not Good-bye Daddy, its until we see you again!

A visitation will be held from 10:00am until 11:00am on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, AR. Immediately followed by a graveside service at Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway, AR.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
650 Central Landing Blvd.
Conway, AR  72032
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com