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Obituary - Ken Pirkle

Obituary - Ken Pirkle

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Edwin Pirkle, 74, of Fallon, Nevada, who passed away on December 25, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Ken was born on September 13, 1950, in Portales, New Mexico, to his parents Carroll and Laura June Pirkle. He spent his childhood in Castle Rock, Colorado, before moving to Fallon, Nevada in 1963 with his parents and his two brothers, Gary and Randy Pirkle.

Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pam Pirkle, and his parents. He is survived by his brothers, Gary and Randy (Carole), two children, Tami (James) Richardson, and Kenny (Shannon) Pirkle, and his four grandchildren, Connor and Brock Richardson, Broden and Kenlie Pirkle, who were the light of his life.

Ken had a deep love for the outdoors, particularly hunting, fishing, and camping which he enjoyed with his family and friends. He was known for his patriotism, strong beliefs, and his love for his family and friends. He was especially proud of his grandchildren.

A service to honor Ken’s life will be held on January 11, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the Garden’s Funeral Home. In a tribute to his love of hunting, the family invites friends and family to wear Camo Casual attire.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Fallon Nevada Big Horns Unlimited P.O Box 2308, Fallon, NV 89407, in Ken’s memory.

Ken will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

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Comment author: Gus WidickComment text: I was in the Navy with Mike, Lemoore FL. To Jacksonville FL. He was a great friend and shipmate. You knew when he was in the room his laughter was unmistakable. Rest in peace old friend.Comment publication date: 5/2/26, 10:25 PMComment source: Obituary - Michael Charles DarnallComment author: DaveComment text: I Live in Moundhouse, was woken around 1:00AM to rattling and vibrating. Nothing too serious, just a bit of noise and glass items clinking together. Could feel bed shake too.Comment publication date: 5/1/26, 4:41 PMComment source: Earthquake Swarm Hits FallonComment author: Winnie DowlingComment text: So proud of Kelli Kelly. She is most definitely a collaborator and is very well known throughout the state for her assistance as a Nevada SBDC business advisor, especially related to agriculture and local food entrepreneurship and systems. Her spirit radiates! Winnie Dowling, State Director, Nevada SBDCComment publication date: 4/30/26, 1:41 PMComment source: Kelli Kelly Earns Statewide Entrepreneurial Spirit AwardComment author: Susan Clifford CopelandComment text: I am so sorry to hear this news. His mother, father, Karen and Trent were neighbors of ours in Tonopah, Nevada. We moved to Fallon first and then the Kroll's later moved there also. Mother and Wanda were good friends. My brother Michael and Trent were playmates in Tonopah. Mother and my three little children visited the family at their ranch in Fallon. My condolences to Frank's family. May you be comforted to know that I care and I pray you will be comforted by your memories of Frank. Sincerely,Comment publication date: 4/30/26, 11:51 AMComment source: Frank Robert Kroll
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