John R. Quirk, Jr.

John R. Quirk, Jr., 73, died unexpectedly Monday, May 28, 2012, at Mercy Hospital. He was born March 22, 1939, to John and Helen Quirk, in Des Moines.

John served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was with the Des Moines Fire Department for 28 years, retiring as a Captain. He was a member of the Firemen’s Union and enjoyed fishing and hunting.

John is survived by his wife of 34 years, Fran; children, Teri Quirk, Trinda Hawes, and Michael (Lisa) Quirk; grandchildren, Katie, Allie, Brian, and Presley; brother, James (Sharon) Quirk; and his dog, Misty.

A memorial service will be held 2:30 p.m., Thursday, May 31, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street in Des Moines. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service on Thursday, at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League.

Online condolences may be made at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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