Robert F. Quirk

Bob is survived by his wife of 44 years, Jane (Feeney). Children; Kathleen Quirk of North Providence and Michael Quirk (Melanie) of East Providence, Granddaughters; Emerlyn Grace and Addison Helen Quirk. Sister; Maureen Stubbs of Warwick, Rhode Island, sisters in law; Janet Quirk and Christine Feeney, as well as many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews.

Bob is predeceased by his parents; John and Helen ( McCaffrey ) Quirk, his in-laws; James and Helen Feeney, his brother; John “Jack “ Quirk, brothers in law; Donald Stubbs, James F Feeney and Brian Feeney and sister-in-law; Susan Feeney.

Bob was born on March 30, 1952 in Providence, RI. He was a graduate of St. Matthew’s School, Bishop Hendricken High School and Providence College with a degree in Political Science. Bob worked for Almacs Food Stores for 25 years, Bradley Cafe for 25 years and ended his career working as a clerk at Superior Court in Providence, RI for over 20 years. He was a member of unions Local 328 and Local 808.

After retirement, Bob enjoyed the simple things in life; reading a good book, watching Jeopardy and The History Channel, Saturday night dinners with his wife and most importantly being “Papa” to his two grandchildren.

Bob was a firm believer in giving, his organs will be donated to help save the lives of others.

Bob will be laid to rest Friday, October 13, 2023 at 8:45 am from the Russell J. Boyle and Son Funeral Home, 331 Smith Street, Providence. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am in Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 21 Traverse Street in Providence. Burial will follow at St. Francis of Assisi Cemetery in Wakefield, RI. Calling hours will be Thursday October 12th from 4:00-7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Feeney Family Foundation c/o 18 Willow St. North Providence, RI 02911