Richard Quirk (Popeye) of Orlando Fl. age 73 Passed away Sept. 25,2014 with his Family by his side. Richard was born in New Rochelle, NY but lived most of his life in Stratford, Ct. He was  self employed in the Auto mechanic business industry in Ct. but with  the love of the Ocean and Fishing he migrated South.He was a Licensed Merchant Marine Captain for over 35 years and fished from Montauk, NY to the Florida Keys Richard is survived by his Loving wife Jeanie Bavolacco Quirk of 52 yrs His 97 yr. old mother Catherine Quirk of Milford Ct. two daughters Debbie Quirk of Stratford, Ct. Jean and her husband William Silinsky Three cherished granddaughters Becky, Erin, and Jennie of Shelton Ct. one sister Kathilee Conrad of Ct. and several nieces and nephews He will be missed Dearly by Family & Friends.Memorial service information will follow.The Family would like to thank the Corner Stone Hospice Team for all their care and compassion extended to their loved one through those hard times during his  illness.