at Heritage Green Rehab and Skilled Nursing he was the son of the late Franklin and Georgia (Scott) Wirges He graduated from South Park High School in 1950 Jim worked for the NYS Department of Transportation as a Civil Engineer for 37 years He also worked as a private consultant for several years following his retirement Peter and Paul Catholic Church for over 50 years and could often be found serving the parish and parochial school in various ways the NYS Association of Transportation Engineers and the Lakewood Rod & Gun Club He could be found each week at Cable Hollow for their Wednesday league and in his later years he enjoyed playing with the Art Asquith Senior Golf Tour He golfed all around the world in various locations Jim was a bit of an athlete himself and ran for many years participating in seven different marathons He loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events and took every opportunity to support and cheer for their teams He was extremely proud and gladly shared stories of their achievements he played various card games and worked on puzzles including his daily Sudoku ritual with Betty Anne multiple road trips and made an epic cross-country road trip by car Jim is survived by his wife Elizabeth “Betty” (Fischer) Wirges Daniel Wirges (Ericka Gowan) of Bemus Point and James (Carrie) Wirges of Playa del Carmen Georgia Wirges; and five great-grandchildren He was preceded in death by his first wife Rose (Jacuzzo) Wirges (deceased 1971) Friends and family will be received from 4-7 p.m Rev Paul Cygan will lead a prayer service at 6:30 p.m A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m memorial donations may be made to Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care Copyright © 2025 Ogden Newspapers of New York | https://www.post-journal.com | PO Box 3386 We have used your information to see if you have a subscription with us Please use the button below to verify an existing account or to purchase a new subscription Your current subscription does not provide access to this content Please use the button below to manage your account or sign up for a new account to continue reading no promotional deals were found matching that code Some clouds this evening will give way to mainly clear skies overnight has committed to play baseball at Manchester University Seated with Joshua is his grandmother Linda Wirges are DeKalb baseball coach Collin Bice and assistant coaches Sam Rykard and Logan Stahly WATERLOO — Joshua Wirges joined the DeKalb baseball team in his junior year He has committed to play at Manchester University next year “Since I started so late it’s a big accomplishment for me.” The Spartans compete in NCAA Division III and the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference Wirges feels he found a fit both academically and athletically He said biochemistry or physical therapy are possible fields of study I’ve heard good things about their science pathways,” Wirges said Everything is based on your own and how much work you put in.” Wirges has been an outstanding bowler at DeKalb He’s also made his mark in his short time in the Baron baseball program “He’s a very driven individual,” DeKalb coach Collin Bice said He’s going to go to Manchester and get a degree To see one of our players go on is super exciting “He really takes pride in perfecting his craft It’s not uncommon when we’re working on drills in the offseason he’s always critiquing little things and seeking ways he can get better.” Wirges has ideas on how he can improve as he transitions to college “I want to be more of a team player,” he said but when it comes to my teammates I can do a better job.” Email notifications are only sent once a day Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Singer-songwriter Chris Long finally found the sound he'd been looking for and it just happened to be coming from the baritone saxophone played by his wife Support journalism that digs deeper into topics that matter most to Arkansans. 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Learn more here Don't miss our Annual HPS Education Expo, Saturday, February 22! Learn more here Poking around the newspaper archives last week I came across a dusty box of exclamation points Editor's note: This is Part 5 of a series about a famous Arkansas Gazette reporter Before we dig into today's fun topic — how colleagues of Arkansas Gazette cops-beat reporter Joe Wirges mocked his candidacy for Big Rock constable in 1922 — we must.. Veronica Wirges and Chris Long had two encounters before he got her attention on the third Kimberly Dishongh writes the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette's weekly “Right Time Right Place” how-we-met stories about how Arkansas couples; bi-weekly “It Takes a Lifetime" profiles of interesting Arkansans over 70; High Profile section cover stories; stories about philanthropic groups; and various other issues Sign In Register violent son of Newton County whose many escapes from Arkansas jails a curious incident occurred at the prison known as The Walls in Little Rock: A convicted murderer walked free at Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home with Pastor Brian Wirges officiating Burial will follow at the adjoining gardens passed away surrounded by family in her home on Thursday She is preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and her one and only true love her parents James Horace and Lessie Hamilton Baker and her brother Gene Baker Gail has been cared for and loved by her daughters Terri Amari (John) of Trussville and Justin Houchins (Mary)….debate is still out on who was actually the favorite Gail was known as Memaw to her seven grandchildren They each married and started families of their own Memaw had such joy and pride in each of them and loved spending her days with her family and giving away cokes.  who was the quarterback of the high school team After high school Charles enlisted in the Air Force and they soon married and served their country in Colorado Springs They started their family in Colorado with the birth of their daughter Following four years of service they moved back to their roots in Alabama and grew their family once more with the birth of their second daughter They would travel and explore new places near and far Gail was a member of Wilson Chapel United Methodist but attended Clear Branch United Methodist that was closer to her home and found herself plugged into a ladies small group.  Gail was passionate about Auburn football and was considered to be their biggest fan She may have been petite in size and gentle in her voice but on Saturday mornings in the Fall the tiger in her came out At Thanksgiving it became the running joke in the family not to discuss the Iron Bowl even though her Alabama loving grandkids would always find a way to sneak it in.  While the smell of her perfume and the pink lips she left behind from her kisses are no longer tangible What a joy and what a honor it is to have her as our mom and memaw Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Brett Cumming is pictured in front of the Burge Hotel 3 to Brett Cumming of Thunderstone Construction changing hands after 25 years of ownership by Phillip and Carolyn Wirges Cumming is a 2013 Holyoke High School graduate and he said his plan on buying it was to turn it into an apartment complex but he said it will still likely be a hotel at least for the next three years so I’m going to renovate to get long-term rentals,” Cumming said He plans to start renovating sometime in February to have two more apartments by the end of March He said right now there are seven month-to-month apartments at the Burge Cumming is no stranger to renovation or building He is currently working on building his third house and he has built a duplex and a house in Holyoke He said it has always been his goal to have apartments in Holyoke He also purchased the lot across Interocean Avenue from the Burge Cumming said he will continue to work hard to keep the Burge up and he noted that anyone looking for long-term apartments can call him at 970-854-2261 Carolyn said it was the right time to sell as she and Phillip head toward retirement “We brought the building back to life,” she said She added that there were a lot of fun small-world coincidences at the hotel such as meeting people who were from where she grew up or knew people she knew and the hunters were always great to get along with Carolyn said that different things pushed the Burge at the right time such as the construction of Melissa Memorial Hospital and the Cobblestone Inn & Suites The full article is available in our e-Edition. Click here to subscribe. beloved husband of Patricia Dirk of Cypress County He also leaves to cherish his memory two children Marty Dirk (special friend Nadine) and Corinna (Robert) Wirges; five grandchildren Brennon (Cymara) and their son Jaxon; Brittany Don (Janis) Dirk and Larry (Alice) Dirk; one sister Bernice (Bruce) Creighton and one sister-in-law Julie Dirk as well as numerous nieces and nephews He was predeceased by his parents Theresa and Michael Dirk; his daughter-in-law Kim Dirk and brothers Samuel Grandpa or Papa and Great Grandpa) was born March 13th ,1942 in Empress Alberta to Mike and Theresa Dirk He was second oldest of 8 children that were raised on the family farm Harry went to school in Empress and worked on the farm until meeting a nurse at the Empress Hospital Harry and Pat were married in the fall of 1963 and their children Marty and Corinna came along in the years to follow Harry was extremely proud of both of his children and spoke of their accomplishments often In the early years the Dirk boys played a lot of hockey and Harry continued to play into the late 1970's He was a Defenseman and let's just say he was often the first one in the thick of things when the opposing team needed to be set straight Farming and ranching was a huge part of their lives and raising Registered Quarter Horses for over 47 years Harry was always so proud to see their horses perform in the rodeo arena standing beautifully at halter or pulling a calf to the branding irons in the spring In the 80's he worked under a Saddle smith- built a team roping saddle and numerous pieces of tack He thoroughly enjoyed working with leather Although Harry never had any formal training as a Mechanic the mechanical aspect of practically anything came very naturally to him So when Marty started his business in Dunmore Harry was on board to help and because of his knowledge and personal relations skills he soon became indispensable He was Marty's right hand for over 20 years Ole Man was still working there up until about a year ago At this time the Parkinson's had made it impossible for Harry to drive He still came in to The Shop for visits just to make sure things were going smooth For many years Harry liked to don the blaze orange for November hunting season and loved to share his experiences especially about the great non-typical buck he harvested Papa and Gavin were just exchanging hunting stories on his last birthday Fishing has always been a staple in our family Where ever and whatever we were fishing for Dad would always catch the first fish and somehow it would always be a Jack fish it came to be that on any fishing expeditions he was known as Jack fish Harry Harry professed to play the accordion and pulled it out at least once or twice a year to serenade us with "You are my Sunshine" Oh how he loved to visit and was always able to strike up a conversation with anyone loved a great home cooked meal but also loved eating out Some of Papa's favorite treats were Kentucky Fried Chicken wieners or tube steaks as he affectionately called them chocolate bars and room temperature Coca Cola Harry loved his family and will be sorely missed by all If family and friends wish to pay their respects the urn will be present at the PATTISON FUNERAL HOME on March 26 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m a private funeral service will be held in the PATTISON CHAPEL on Saturday Family and friends are invited to remotely attend the funeral service by searching for the Pattison Funeral Home youtube page where the video will go live 10 minutes prior to service time please direct it to: office@pattisonfuneralhome.com subject heading: Harry Dirk You may watch the funeral by following this link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Atmcm9OPfZQ Wedding vows were exchanged by Colleen Alexandra Youngdahl and Jordan Brown Tinsley at 5:30 p.m Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism Philippines – Playing her last pro circuit tournament this season before calling it a year Alex Eala made sure to make it count by getting off to a promising start Eala made short work of qualifier Angelina Wirges of Germany Philippine time) to advance to the round of 16 at the Tennis Club Petange in Luxembourg The 18-year-old Eala converted on her only break point opportunity in the opening set to go up 4-2 This proved to be the difference as it provided Eala enough cushion to close out in the ninth game to win the first set without ever facing a break point Eala once again built an early lead at 3-1 The 21-year-old Wirges had her moments in the second set scoring her first break point of the match.  would not let her get back into the match as the Filipina teen tennis ace converted three break points of her own to pull away in the opening-round match which lasted one hour and 23 minutes.  19-year-old Denmark national player Johanne Svendsen.  Eala is looking for a strong showing in this week’s $40,000 ITF event to prop up her world ranking which has skidded to 204 from a high of 189.  will be fraught with top-notch competition The field in Luxembourg includes two-time WTA champion and former world No The 20-year-old Tauson is a former world junior No 1 and has made the third round of both the Australian Open and the French Open Also standing in Eala’s way are second seed and world No. 98 Jaqueline Cristian of Romania and third seed Oceane Dodin of France, who two weeks ago emerged champion of the ITF W60 Nantes. Eala reached the semifinals of the same tournament Eala is also set to play in the women’s doubles She will partner with Zeynep Sonmez of Turkey as they take on fourth seeds Katarina Kozarov of Serbia and Anita Wagner of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Wednesday’s first round of competitions makes remarks during a groundbreaking ceremony for the Guam Medical Arts Center on Thursday CEREMONY: A groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site of the Medical Arts Center on Thursday Cabot and Wirges are principals in the holding company that is developing the site while Kunimoto is the architect for the project Developers behind a $25 million medical arts plaza in Dededo gathered yesterday to break ground on the first phase of the project three-story commercial building will rise on land across from the Guam Regional Medical City in Dededo the product of a partnership between CW Holdings LLC and the law offices of Cabot Mantanona LLP diagnostic and therapeutic services and much more Cabot said additional phases of the project may include other health and wellness-related stores and services telemedicine education services for local nursing students and teletherapy services for military veterans who would otherwise have to fly off-island to receive treatment work on the later phases could start over the next two to four years while construction on the first two buildings is expected to get underway this year Cabot told The Guam Daily Post the first building would be completed in 16 months which Cabot explained began in its early stages 15 years ago underwent major changes in relation to the status of the proposed larger military buildup and Marine Corps relocation in the early 2000s Cabot said the original project had nothing to do with medicine but was actually planned as a workforce housing village for 5,000 persons to accommodate the influx of H-2B visa workers initially expected to accompany military buildup projects When the military buildup plan was downsized additional worker housing facilities were no longer needed When news came down that the buildup was delayed Cabot said the developers had to go back to the drawing board While he said they considered the initial project a failure Cabot added they later realized they had the opportunity to pursue something far more worthwhile and beneficial for the people of Guam Cabot spoke about his recently deceased father who spent the last months of his life receiving treatment at GRMC Cabot said he spent many long hours with his father talking endlessly about the great work being done by the health care professionals but also "recognizing much more is needed in order to elevate the level of health care on our island." "It takes a community to get a project like this off the ground," Cabot said Cabot spent some time addressing the issue of veterans' care and the steps his project had taken to ensure Guam's veterans receive the treatment and benefits owed them for their service of the veterans' advocacy consortium Team CORE agreed with Cabot on the need to improve Guam's medical services and added that medical care for veterans was especially lacking Cabot also expressed thanks to a member of the local family who originally owned the property his group is developing but was forced to sell the land to pay off legal fees as well as surveying and development costs Aguon explained that while his family "does not support Chamorros selling Chamorro land," his family came together in support of the sale when they learned a hospital was interested in buying the property my parents and grandparents talking about wishing that the hospital was closer (to northern residents)," he said "I think Guam's residents still face challenges to accessing quality health care Poll results are published every Monday in The Guam Daily Post