Harlow H. Irsik, age 88 of Eldon, MO, formerly of Shell Knob, MO, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2023 at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, MO. Son of Stephen and Lena Irsik of Wichita, KS, Harlow was born on November 9, 1934 in Clonmel, KS.  On May 15, 1954, he was united in holy matrimony to Joan Friess, who preceded him in death in February of 2013.

A contractor by trade, Harlow was a skilled heavy equipment operator. Ever the outdoorsman, Harlow enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time. Harlow also enjoyed dancing and was known to cut a rug from time to time. A fine, hardworking man, Harlow will be missed by those who loved him.

Survivors include five children: Wayne Irsik and wife, Debra. of Evans GA; Mark Irsik and wife, Vicki, of Eldon, MO; Stephen Irsik of Aurora CO; Stan Irsik and wife, Alicia, of Neosho, MO; and Susie Henson, of Granby MO. Also surviving are seven grandchildren including Beth Sullivan, Sara Moller, Jeremy Irsik, Katherine Irsik, Ashley Wolicki, Stephen Irsik, Jr, and Heather Sicks. In addition, Harlow and Joan had six great grandchildren; Jerzy and Mason Wolicki, Brody and Bentlie Moller and Annalise, Grady and Nolan Sullivan. One sister, Mary Youngers of Kingman, KS also survives.

In addition to his wife, Joan, Harlow was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Lena Irsik, his sister Josephine Miller, his brother Walter (Freddy) Irsik, and his grandson Daniel Irsik.

Funeral services will be held at St Edwards Catholic Church in Cassville, on February 10, 2023, with Rosary at 10:00 am and services following. Internment of ashes will take place in Ost, KS at a later date.

Memorial contributions in honor of Harlow H. Irsik, may be made to the family and entrusted to White Funeral Home & Crematory, PO Box 890, Cassville, MO 65625. Cards and letters may be addressed to 32 Bluff Drive, Eldon MO 65026, c/o Mark Irsik.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of White Funeral Home & Crematory of Cassville.