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Donald Pirkle Obituary
Pirkle, Sr., Donald E. age 75, beloved husband for 50 years of Barbara (nee Harmon), loving father of Donald Jr. (Kathleen), Dennis (Patti), Debra McEvoy and Diane Edwards, proud grandfather of 11, uncle of many. Funeral Thursday, 10:15 a.m. from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Linus Church, Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 208 So. LaSalle St., Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60604. For info 708-636-1191 or visit www.mem.com 
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Pirkle
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Peggy & John Doyle
May 12, 2009
Our condolences and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Judy Piper
May 1, 2009
Dear Pirkle Family. I was saddened to read of the loss of your father...My heartfelt prayers are with you.
Marti Mesmer
April 29, 2009
My memory of Diane's dad centers around her parents kitchen table with him cracking jokes and keeping everyone laughing with his wacky sense of humor. He was a wonderful man and will leave behind many great memories for everyone to treasure. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be truely missed.
Patti Pirkle
April 29, 2009
Dad Pirkle reminded me so much of my own dad. Tough on the outside, but a big softie on the inside. Debbie hit the nail on the head with pride! He was terribly proud of his family! He was a great man, and will live in our hearts forever!
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Debbie McEvoy
April 28, 2009
Our dad was one of the funniest guys you have ever met. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. We will miss your smile and your laughter. We love you dad!!!!!!
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Bill and Diana Hindahl
April 28, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Pirkle always had such a great sense of humor and we always enjoyed seeing him at Mike/Diane's house on Thanksgiving or a birthday party. He will be deeply missed. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers!
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