Kirbie Lynn Jett - Vian Tenkiller

Obituaries

July 23, 2025

Kirbie Lynn Jett

March 3, 1970 – July 12, 2025

Kirbie Lynn Jett, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Vian. She was born on March 3, 1970, in Raisin City, Calif.

No formal service is planned at this time. Arrangements are under the direction of Forever Memories Funeral Services.

She enjoyed playing the piano in church, drawing, cooking and gardening.

Survivors include one son, Dillon and Camry Jett of Vian; sisters, Pam and Wayne Graham and Shannon and Joe Choate, all of Vian; brothers, Mike and Lorna Connelly, Barney and Angie Connelly, Robin and Laurinda Connelly, Bruce and Anna Connelly and Steve and Becky Connelly; grandchildren; and other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Will Rogers Connelly and Opal Louise Connelly; and two brothers, Sherman Connelly and Bud Connelly.

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