Kirby Edward Cummings, Jr., 38, Bridge City,

Kirby Edward Cummings, Jr., 38, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away at his home on Friday, February 24, 2017. Graveside services, under the direction of Dorman Funeral Home, will be held at 3:00 PM at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens, in Orange, Texas, on Monday, February 27, 2017.

Kirby was born on Saturday, December 30, 1978, to Katherine (Seeney) and Kirby Cummings, Sr. and was a lifelong resident of Southeast Texas. He was known for his optimistic personality, hard-headedness, and sense of humor that could make anyone laugh. Kirby had a deep love for his family and always enjoyed spending time with them and telling classic family stories. He was also loved animals; especially his Boxer, Baby Girl. Sundays were an important day for Kirby; NASCAR could always be found on the TV and Kirby could not wait to watch No. 88, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and No. 10, Danica Patrick, on the racetrack. Kirby was a husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who was loved by many.

Preceding Kirby in death is his brother, Chad Cummings.

Those who will cherish Kirby’s memory most is his loving wife, Leah Cummings; parents, Katherine and Kirby Cummings; daughter, Lacey Matlock; sons, Michael Matlock and Samuel Bradburry; sister, Heather Lee and husband, Jason; and many members of extended family, and friends.