Posted by:
Destinni Yang

Posted on:
February 16, 2026

Kirby, You always had a gift for making others laugh and smile. You were tough outwardly but really a soft, empathetic and good friend. I'll never forget how great of a story teller you were too. Your childhood in Minnesota mimics mine very closely. My heart is broken, but until we meet again friend. Your spirit will be in my heart and my little guy Arlo.

Miss you Kirb. Destinni

Posted by:
James Passannante

Posted on:
February 15, 2026

I wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for Kirby Kropp. When I was horribly sick following a mental health crises that had spiraled out of control and pretty successfully burned down my whole life up to that point; he was the only one that refused to leave me alone. He lit sparks that helped me reignite myself when I was ready and healthy enough to rise from those ashes. I don't think anyone thought that was even possible...except for maybe him. Sometime later I asked him if he knew what he was doing during those times but he dodged the question and then changed the subject. I still think he knew how he was helping me. He always went to great lengths to hide how smart he actually was. We became friends in High School and both joked that we never really understood why. We would have periods where we went our separate ways but then some twist in the road would happen and we'd find ourselves together again carrying on right where we had left off. We berated each other constantly. We still laughed at jokes we originally made in 2007 well into the 2020's. We loved each other enough to call our worst behavior out when we saw it. We cried together during some of our lowest moments. I was with him after his aunt passed away. He was the person next to me when I learned that my father died. We both crawled out of some absolute Hells with the other's help. We'd drive around aimlessly for hours asking each other the important questions; the kind that only come to you after you've given up hope only to discover that even that didn't do any good. We worked out the answers together as best we could. He felt like my brother. It had been a few years since we last spoke. I was mad about something and I have to reckon now with the fact that my stupid pride cost me thousands of more laughs with my friend that worth far more than these lonesome tears I'm left with. I know what he’d say to that too “Well duh James, that’s cause you’re the bad friend, and I'm the good one” and then smile the biggest shit eating grin while I exploded on a diatribe of all the reasons I hated him at that particular moment, and he’d start laughing until he’d say something that would crack me up and then we’d flip it and laugh at ourselves until we both just accepted that as an apology to each other. It always went like that. What an absolute idiot I am for not doing that one more time while I still could.

Thank you Kirby for those many years when I couldn't escape you. Thank you for the many misadventures, the laughs, the company in dark times, and for all the memories that I have to share alone now. Thank you for all the parts of me I got from you. Thank you for being the good friend.

Rest well my brother. I love you.

My heart aches for you, Pat and Greg. He loved you both dearly and I can not begin to imagine how you are feeling and I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You raised a vibrant and beautiful soul who after he himself felt hurt turned around and fought to heal others as a response. I've never met anyone that was bursting with energy the same way he was. It was contagious to be around. He was like a shooting star turned human and just like one of those meteors that light the sky in a momentary flash; his absence leaves the world darker.

Posted by:
JSean

Posted on:
February 14, 2026

I’m lost for words…This was my best friend through years of high school and beyond. He and his family were and always will be like my family. I’m so taken back by this and I pray and give my condolences.😢

Posted on:
February 13, 2026

Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Mike De Fazio

Posted by:
Mae Weber

Posted on:
February 12, 2026

We are sending our heartfelt condolences to your family. Kirby was my husband’s best friend, but he truly felt like family to us. He was always coming over to spend time together, and somehow it was never enough time. We are going to miss him so much, watching football, movies, and just sharing those simple moments that meant so much. Kirby was friendly, funny, kind, and polite, and we will never forget the warmth he brought into our home and our lives. We love you, Kirby. We are thinking of your family and holding you all close in our hearts. Thank you for sharing him with us and for allowing him to be such a huge part of our lives.

Posted by:
Jordan Falduto

Posted on:
February 12, 2026

Kirby, this was some awful news to learn today.

I think I speak for everyone when I say you were always a joy to be around. It was your M.O. to make everyone in the room laugh. I can't exactly recall what brought us closer together those last few years at ITA, but man, we had some fun. Summer '07 was a blast - playing Monkey Ball on Wii was a highlight. Jamming to punk in the car. I still have that PSP you were so kind to gift me. Then, we lost touch somehow. I remember reaching out to Erica, Lauren, and Leah (all completely separate friend groups) and asking - have you heard from Kirby? Each one said no. You were off socials and must have got out of dodge in a major way! Whatever you did would make the witness protection program blush. You came across my mind every once in a while and I would even Google you to try and find out where you went. Been looking for over a decade and the case was still cold! These pictures show that whatever changes you made in your life at the time look to have been for the best.

Your obituary paints you as exactly how I remember. People person. Full of laughter. All the ITA folks have only spoke highly of you today. Except for the teachers ;) Everyone missed you even before this news. Now even more so. I'm crushed that we never got to reconnect and reminisce. Til next time, my friend.

- Jordan

Posted by:
Sara

Posted on:
February 11, 2026

We will forever love and miss you always Kirby ❤️❤️

Posted by:
Dale Brion

Posted on:
February 10, 2026

Greg so sad to see someone so young to leave family and friends. Sending prayers to you and family. Will always remember all the good times especially when the Vikings play the Packers. Dale and Su Brion Kirby rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏❤️

Posted by:
Denesia Pullard-Woods

Posted on:
February 10, 2026

Kirby's mom talked about him so much, I felt like I knew him personally. I know he will truly be missed. Sending my love, condolences, and prayers to all Kirby's loved ones.

Posted by:
Dean Gilbert

Posted on:
February 10, 2026

I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words that can truly capture the heaviness of my heart with Kirby’s passing, or the depth of the pain you and Greg are experiencing. May you find comfort in remembering the fullness of his life—his sincerity, his passion, and the way he embraced each day. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy in his family, his friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him. While the ache of loss may ease with time, his memory and the love he shared will always remain.

Posted by:
Josie

Posted on:
February 10, 2026

Sending so much love! Kirb is truly such a sweet fixture of my childhood. He will be missed so dearly