Timothy Mark Dirks

It has only been 3 months since I learned of Tim's passing but it is like yesterday - Tim gave me two incredible gifts in life - one introducing me to a woman who came to the Smithsonian Institution to be on his staff after retiring from a highly placed position in the Dept of Interior -- she was like a second mother to me and for the next twenty years we stayed in each other's lives until her passing visiting each other often after she moved to Oregon -- the second gift was giving me a...

I just came across Tim 's obituary and am heartbroken -- he was a kind and gentle spirit with steel nerves and vigor who was my boss at the Smithsonian Institution -- when I was thinking about retiring from the State Department in 2005 he called me to offer me a job with GRA so I took the leap from a federal career to contracting and never looked back -- he set my career on a path that spanned 19 years with 12 agencies -- I will never forget him.

Tim was soooo much FUN! He was a great supervisor (didn't micro manage), had a great sense of humor, very smart and supportive of his staff. I Absolutely loved working for Tim. May he truly, rest in Human Resources Heaven

To the Dirks Family: My sincere condolences in your loss. Tim is a loss to us also who had the pleasure of working for/with him at DOE. He was a true leader, mentor and friend whose legacy will continue to thrive at DOE and throughout Federal Government. God bless you and your family.

Tim and Kerry met in 1975 when she and I were roommates, or had just finished being roommates. At first, you might have thought they were mismatched, but their love was soul deep. The beautiful, comprehensive and devoted tribute here covers every step of Tim's journey - except I have one bit to add. The dogs! From Darter, then Dijon, on through to Sammy and finally the faithful Ozzy. There was always a Dirks dog. We had so many wonderful times together over the years. Our hearts will...

Kerry, Conor and Margot, Malcom Sarah and the beautiful child to be, I am so heartbroken for your loss. Tim was truly an amazing, gentle, brilliant man, and I enjoyed every moment I spent with him. Your courage as a family through this long journey is so awe-inspiring. I send my love to each of you, and will keep Tim in my thoughts now and always.