Memories of Kirby "Zipp" Zane Smithe

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Kirby "Zipp" Zane Smithe

Winona, MN

January 12, 1968 - November 11, 2025

Jan 12, 1968 - Nov 11, 2025

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Chris Strange

Kirby was my roommate for awhile at McConnell AFB, he was smart and good sense of humor to have been my roommate, and friend, Blessings to you and your family

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Gary Bowker

Kirby was a good man and a solid firefighter who was loved and respected by those who knew and worked with him. I was Kirby’s Assistant Fire Chief at McConnell AFB, KS and I join all of our former McConnell Firefighters in expressing our deepest condolences to his entire family. Rest in Peace Brother…

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Shant Little

I will miss him. I’ve known you guys since 2008. You guys have helped me out thru out the years. I will pray for you guys thank you for being my friends. He was a good man

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Mark LeMense

Zipp was a great mentor. As a young man, my brother often provided guidance and wisdom to whatever situation I found myself in. He is the reason I became a firefighter and I’m proud that we shared that bond.

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