Jackie Wayne Irwin went home to his heavenly father on Thursday morning, August 24, 2017. Jack was at home with his family by his side.

He was born on January 12, 1948 in Baxter Springs, Kansas the son of Jack & Lena (Burwick) Irwin.

Jack was preceeded in death by his fathers, Jack O. Irwin and Richard Dale Hopkins and his mother Lena Hopkins.

Jack is survived by his wife, Pauline; his son, Jason Irwin; his daughters, Keri Irwin and Melissa Irwin; his granddaughters, Taylor and Hailee; his brother and sisters, Nancy & Chuck, Kevin & Cathy and Barbara Ann.

A private family gathering will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Fisher House.org Foundation for Veterans.

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