In memory of

Jim Quirk

March 21, 1938 - January 15, 2025
From: Lake View, IA
Jim Quirk

Jim Quirk

Born: March 21, 1938
Died: January 15, 2025
Age: 86
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   Jim Quirk, age 86 of Lake View, IA, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. James Merle Quirk was born on March 21, 1938, to parents Merle and Ellen (Buehler) Quirk, of Wall Lake, IA. He attended country school through the third grade and then attended school in Wall Lake. He graduated from Wall Lake High School with the class of 1956. Jim was baptized and confirmed in the Odebolt United Methodist Church where he was a lifelong member.
   In 1958, Jim enlisted into the United States Air Force. He was stationed at Lackland AFB in Texas before being sent to England where he would spend the next three years. He was honorably discharged in 1961 and moved back home to continue farming with his family.
   On November 26, 1966, Jim married the “Sparkle” of his life, Victoria Brown, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA. This union was blessed with five children, Bryan, Dean, Todd, Tyson, and Jayme. They raised their family on a farm between Wall Lake and Odebolt and remained living there until 2012, at which time they moved to their lake home in Lake View.
   Jim was a 3rd generation farmer and enjoyed raising crops and cattle. He had his kids learning alongside him as they grew. He was an extremely hard worker who took a lot of pride in growing the family farming operation to what it is today. He loved being able to do that alongside his family. He loved to continue to go to the farm on a daily basis to check things out, and lend a helping hand in the operation.
   Jim was someone who liked to make others laugh and was a prankster of sorts. He was also known to give anyone he came in contact with a nickname. He liked to have fun and over the years, instigated many things that have left those who knew him with great memories and stories they’ll be able to tell for years to come. Jim was a very honest, genuine man. He treated those that knew him as one of his own. He took great pride in his friendships.
   When he wasn’t farming, Jim could be found golfing, boating, playing cards, going to the casino, or riding his tractor on several tractor rides. He also enjoyed trips to Iowa City with his family to watch the Hawkeyes play. For the past seventeen years, Jim and Vickie have enjoyed wintering in Texas. They always loved to travel and they took their children on several trips over the years.
   Jim was extremely proud of all five of his children and adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Spending time with all of them always brought a smile to his face. He will be dearly missed by them and all who knew and loved him.
   He is survived by his wife, Vickie Quirk; children: BJ (Lisa) Quirk, Dean (Holly) Quirk, Todd (Beth) Quirk, Tyson (Angie) Quirk, and Jayme Quirk; grandchildren DeShay (Troy) Ransburg, Kaleb and Maty Quirk, Hillary Ullrich, Haylee, Drew, and KJ Quirk, Garrett, Chandler, and Kendall Quirk, Karson and Roscoe Quirk; great-grandchildren Callan and Hadley Ransburg; sister Joan Pagel; sister-in-law Sherris Brown, other extended family members and friends.
   Jim was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Lindsey Quirk; parents Merle and Ellen Quirk; brother Donald Quirk; and parents-in-law George and Mabel Brown.
Tribute Video
SERVICES
2:00 p.m., Saturday
January 18, 2025
United Methodist Church
Odebolt, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Pastor Ken Miller
VISITATION
4:00-7:00 p.m., Friday
January 17, 2025
United Methodist Church
Odebolt, Iowa
INTERMENT
At a later date
Clinton Township Cemetery

Condolences

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
“My condolences to all the Quirk family. Jim will be so very much missed. He was a great neighbor and fun to visit with. I have fond memories of when he and Vickie lived here in the neighborhood! Thinking of you all. ”
- Dorothy Evans
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 10:03 AM
“Vickie, BJ and family, Dean and family, Todd and family, Tyson and family and Jayme--I am so very sorry for your loss. My condolences go out to all of you. Jim was a great neighbor and friend. He will be so very much missed by our neighborhood, his family and friends. I was unable to attend Jim's funeral but was most assuredly thinking of you all today. I certainly did enjoy the tribute to Jim. ”
- Dorothy Evans
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 10:03 AM
“Jim always had a smile and kept all of us laughing and smiling !! We will miss you "KID"! Love Chris and Doug ”
- Chris Doug Buscher
Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 10:03 AM
“So sorry to hear any of my family and friends are suffering due to a loss of a loved one!!! Hopefully his "transition" was peaceful and painless! Love the Quirks!!”
- Dart McGregor
Friday, January 17, 2025 at 6:30 PM
“Jim was an amazing guy. I will keep all of you in my prayers and thoughts. ”
- Dave Woltman
Friday, January 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
“Vickie & family-We were saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. You have our deepest sympathies and continued prayers.”
- Glenn & Sally Becker
Friday, January 17, 2025 at 9:04 AM
“sorry to hear about Jim's death. Prayers go out to the family.”
- kevin thompson (son of Deb quirk Thompson)
Friday, January 17, 2025 at 9:04 AM
“I am sad to here of Jimmy's passing. He was always a bright spot for me whenever I was in his company. As you I will miss his humor and friendship.”
- Darwin Roth
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“VICKI ANS FAMILY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS ESPECIALLY HARD TIME. ”
- John & Teresa Drilling
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“Sending condolences to you Vickie, and all the family. Bob and Cathy Maynard ”
- Bob and Cathy Maynard
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
“My condolences to Vicki and family. Jim and I ran around together in high school. We joined the Air Force together and went through boot camp together. Never a dull moment. Always had much fun RIP Jim”
- Paul miller
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
“Sam (Vicki) Hose and I were sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. Our memories of Jimmy go back forever it seems, always enjoyed his "remarks" which always made us laugh- sometimes days after. Hose always loved going out to the farm and working along side Jimmy and the boys! Oh the stories Hose would come home and share! We are out east and are sorry we will not be able to attend his services. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and sending lots of hugs and love to all. May God surround you all with his loving arms and bring comfort as you going through the loss of a wonderful man! He will be missed by all who were blessed to have known him. Our deepest sympathy, Hose and Glo”
- Roger Huisenga
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 1:37 PM
“Vickie and family, thoughts and prayers to your families. I have some great memories working on the farm as a youngster. ”
- Jim Schwaller
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 1:37 PM
“I am so sorry to hear this sad news! I didn't know Jim very well but I did enjoy Vickie when we bowled together many years ago! What a great family! How excited he must be to be united with his loved ones! God bless you all! The best is yet to come! Toni Werner”
- Toni Werner
Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 1:02 PM
“Vicki and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers, Jimmy was a great guy, always so friendly and loved to tease people. What a great life he had! Thinking of you! Cathy”
- Cathy Middleton
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