Tributes paid on the passing of Tipperary casino and arcade tycoon
Thurles native Richard Quirke was most well known for his Dr Quirkey’s Good Time Emporium
Tributes have been paid to businessman and Thurles native Richard Quirke following his passing.
Mr Quirke who is most well known for his Dr Quirkey’s Good Time Emporium passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, in Dublin where he made his home in Cabinteely.
He is sadly missed by his wife Ann, children, grandchildren, sisters and extended family and friends.
The funeral is to take place on Saturday, October 12, at 11am at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Foxrock, followed by interment at Kilternan Cemetery Park, Kilternan.
The 77-year-old was a former garda and owner of slot machine and arcade businesses under Dublin Pool and Jukebox Limited.
He set up Dr Quirkey’s Good Time Emporium on O’Connell Street, Dublin in 1976s.
His son Wes Quirke is married to former Miss World Rosanna Davidson and his son Andy is the creator of the TV series Damo and Ivor.
Condolences to the Quirke family were posted locally from Thurles, around the country and from prominent Irish businesses.
Paying tribute, a former neighbour wrote online:
"Dearest Ann, Debbie, Wes, Renee, Andy and family. I am so sorry and sad to hear the news of Richard's passing. He was a wonderful man and i have so many fond memories of him growing up next door. He was a gent and had a great wit about him. Thinking of you all at this difficult and sad time. May he rest in peace."
The Kennedy Family at Amusement City wrote:
“Sincerest condolences to Ann and all of the Quirke Family on the passing of Dick. A business titan, he was an inspirational competition and will be missed; may he rest in peace.”
A ‘business neighbour’ posted:
“So sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Condolences to the family. Have fond memories of him as a business neighbour. May he rest in peace.”
Another wrote:
“So sad to hear of the passing of Richard. He was an absolutely gentleman. I used to enjoy the Fist pump before our conversation & advice he would give to me on the Main Street over the last 25 years.”
Other tributes described him as a " wonderful man," "generous" and "valued friend."