Dennis Jirousek Cole, born February 22, 1937, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2024, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at the age of 87.
Dennis led a diverse and fulfilling life marked by his varied careers and deep dedication to his family. He served as an Insurance Agent for All State Insurance Company, worked diligently on a Christmas tree farm, and upheld the law as a Sheriff in Florida. Although he retired in 1992, his professional journey reflected his adaptability and commitment to serving others.
A devout Catholic, Dennis attended St. Joseph’s in Cleveland, Ohio, where he nurtured his faith and community ties.
He was preceded in death by his father, Cyrus Jirousek, his mother, Elizabeth Ambrose Jirousek, his son, Dennis Anthony Jirousek, and his daughter Shari Jirousek Meyer Schmidt Webb.
Dennis is survived by his loving family, including his son, Michael R. Jirousek, his daughters, Debra Ann Quitter and her husband James Timothy, and Lisa Marie Lape and her husband Charles. He also leaves behind eight cherished grandchildren, Cassandra, Brianna, Margaret, Amanda, Kimberly, Michael, Heather, and Corey, and seven great-grandchildren, Cody, Jacob, Caitlin, Maddie, Izzy, Emily, and Peyton.
Though Virginia Beach, Virginia, was his final home, Dennis lived a life enriched by experiences in various states, residing in South Carolina and Arizona for ten years each, and Florida and Washington for fifteen years each.
Dennis will be remembered fondly by his family and friends for his unwavering love, strength, and the rich legacy he leaves behind.
