Kolby Michael Belcher, 24, of Jonesboro passed from this life on March 23, 2026. He was born September 18, 2001 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri to David and Nicole Belcher.

Kolby was an engineer on the Walnut Ridge Fire Department along with being a Captain at the Bay Volunteer Fire Department. He received fireman of the year in 2022 for his exceptional heroism, community service, and professional achievement above his standard duties. He lived every day ready to answer the call. He was brave, compassionate, and lived his life putting others before himself.

From the time he was a toddler it was his dream to be a fire fighter. Kolby dedicated his life to serving his communities; whether it was responding to emergencies, chasing storms, or simply being there volunteering for those in need.

Kolby never met a stranger. He enjoyed riding around hanging out with his best friend Gavin, playing video games with his brothers, and always being a protector to his sister.

Kolby is proceeded in death by his grandpa Nick Bader.

Along with his parents he is survived by his siblings Alex, Kiersten, and Hunter; Fiancée Ashlee Meador; Grandparents Kathleen Bader, Tom and Jan Belcher; as well as many uncles, aunts, and cousins.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 26, at Emerson Funeral Home from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. The funeral service will be the following morning on Friday, March 27, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church at 10:00am with the burial following at Gibson Cemetery. Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Carter Keith, Heath Miller, Weston Mitchell, Dennis Kincaid, Bobby Powell, and Jason Rice. Bay Fire Department and the Walnut Ridge Fire Department will serve as honorary pallbearers.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Kolby’s favorite charity Make-A-Wish. Make-A-Wish In Honor of Kolby Belcher