Well-known in Higham Ferrers as a gardener and clubman, Mr. Kilsby was formerly employed by Messrs. Charles Parker, boot manufacturers, and was a member of the Loyal Earl Fitzwilliam Lodge of Oddfellows.

A brother, Mr. E. Y. Kilsby, of Higham Ferrers, and two sisters, Mrs. C. W. Perkins, of Higham Ferrers, and Mrs. Ireson, who is now living in Australia, are bereaved.