You may want to consider slow release skewers - like QR without the cam lever, uses hex, torx or security tool to loosen/tighten/remove/install. I've used them on all bikes for many years, partly for the reason you've described, never missed the QR. Delta/Nashbar has some inexpensive skewers:

https://www.amazon.com/Delta-Axlerod.../dp/B000ACAMKG