Louisville, KY, Kentucky
1924 - 2010
BIRTLES, DR. JACK TERRELL, 85, of Louisville, died Monday, August 23, 2010 at Wesley Manor.
He was a retired dentist and taught restorative dentistry at the University of Louisville, and was a member of Southeast Christian Church. Jack was also a Navy World War II veteran.
He is survived by his three sons, Mark Birtles, Reed Birtles and Todd Birtles; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Ann Zurschmiede and Alice G. Kellam.
His funeral service will be at 5 p.m. Friday, August 27, 2010 at Highlands Family-Owned Funeral Home, 3331 Taylorsville Road, with burial to follow in Cave Hill Cemetery at 10 a.m. Saturday. Visitation will be from 2-8 p.m. Thursday, at Highlands.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society or the National Parkinson Foundation.
My parents (Bob and Shirley Swindler) loved your parents and now I'm sure they are continuing their friendship and visiting together in heaven. I am sorry I missed you all. I was out of town moving my son into college. I always thought Dr. Jack and Barbara were so nice. Take care, Karen Swindler McKiernan
Karen McKiernan
September 08, 2010 | Louisville, KY
I had a woulderful opportunity to teach with Jack at U. of L School of Dentistry. He was knowledgeable, personable, a great communicator and a wonderful teacher. I enjoyed his company and his love of dentistry and teaching. Thank you Jack for your many gifts. Dr. Douglas McCall
September 02, 2010
So sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I have very fond memories of the years living next door to all of you on Thackeray. Best of luck to all of you and again sorry to hear of your loss, both mom and dad were such dear people.
Peggy Clements-Pope
August 29, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Mark and Reed, we are sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You were fortunate to have such a man as your father. We regret we couldn't make it to the funeral home to visit.
Rick and Jeana
August 27, 2010
Jack was my Dentist when i was growing up, his first office was in his home across the street from my grandmother home, Jacks parents lived 2 doors from my other grandmothers home, I hated to see the Dentist but Jack made it all right, and more so when we got to pick a special ring from the box. My Dentist now was taught by Jack and does the same great job as he always did. Jack i will miss you and that wonderful smile each time i saw you, sorry i cant be there, im in the Philippines now...
Robert Schlenk
August 27, 2010 | General Santos, Philippines
Mark, Just a few words to say that your dad was the best dad in the world. What a mold of a man, as only God can do. When he would come to the office (cowger miller) i called him my dad too, and he would pleasantly with that signature smile, say that's ok. He was definitely an angel on assignment.God rested on the 7th day, not because he was tired but because He was finished. Then He sat back and looked and admire His work. and likewise Dr.Jack can rest because his work is finihed and he too...
August 27, 2010
It is with much sorrow that I learned of the death of our dear friend and Bill's classmate, Jack. Such memories with Jack and Barbara. They are all in heaven laughing at each ones jokes as we did years ago.
Camille L. Fuller, widow of
Dr. Bill C. Fuller
August 26, 2010
Jack was an extraordinary man. Thank you so much for all the wonderful memories of both you and Barbara. Christina has been so blessed to have had you both in her life. Thank you Jack. Your jouney here is now done so go home to your dearest one, Barbara.
Cynthia Birtles
August 26, 2010 | Louisville, KY
Jack Birtles was an extraordinary man. I am so thankful for all the wonderful memories of Jack and Barbara. Thank you Jack for being in Christina's life. You have meant the world to her. Your job here is now done so go home to your loved one Barbara.
Cynthia Birtles
August 26, 2010 | Louisville, KY
