Patrick C. Quinn

Des Moines

Patrick C. Quinn, 60, of Des Moines peacefully lost his courageous battle with cancer while surrounded by his loving family on July 11, 2015. Pat was born on December 7, 1954 to Helen (Cooper) and Paul William Quinn of Corning, Iowa. Pat grew up on a family farm and was a dedicated wrestler throughout his high school career. He also played baseball and enjoyed playing drums in a band with buddies from school. He graduated from Corning High School in 1972.

He married Nancy Caldwell of Burlington, Iowa in July 1977. Pat and Nancy had their first son, Collin in June 1982; followed by Brendan in May 1987. Pat and Nancy recently celebrated 38 years of marriage - years filled with love, laughter and family.

Pat dedicated over 40 years of his life to retail working at HyVee, Walgreens and then QuikTrip. He worked at QuikTrip for 19 years, proudly as store manager until his health prevented him from returning to work. Those who knew Pat are well aware of his incredible kindness and generosity towards friends, family, and even strangers. Pat would not hesitate to give you the shirt off his back or the last $20 in his wallet if anyone needed either one.

Pat had a love for music and could identify rock and roll songs and artists over the past 50 years. Pat attended many live concerts; one of his fondest concert memories was attending Farm Aid in 1985, as well as drinking a beer with the famous Don McLean, singer of "American Pie", at the Iowa State Fair.

Pat was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed following golf and his favorite teams on TV, cheering the Iowa Hawkeyes on at Kinnick or following them to a bowl game. And then there were the road trips to watch the Denver Broncos play. He enjoyed golfing with his sons and boating with his family.

Pat will always be remembered by family, friends and co-workers as a stand-up guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He was most proud to be called "Papa" by his beautiful granddaughter Madison, 13, daughter of his oldest son, Collin.

Pat is survived by his wife, Nancy; sons, Collin (daughter-in-law, Jaime) Quinn and Brendan Quinn of Des Moines; as well as his granddaughter, Madison. He is also survived by his brother, Paul (Cathy) Quinn of Falls Church, Virginia; and his sister, Barb Quinn of Des Moines. Also left to cherish his memory are his nieces and nephews and their children, as well as his mother-in-law, JoAnn Caldwell of Burlington, Iowa.

Pat was welcomed into eternal life by his mother, Helen Quinn; father, Paul William Quinn; and his brother, Mike Quinn.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16th at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street followed by burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the QuikTrip College Scholarship Fund or Amanda the Panda Family Grief Center.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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Published by the Des Moines Register from Jul. 14 to Jul. 16, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Patrick Quinn

22 Entries

Mitzi Slemp

July 8, 2019

I can't believe it has been 4 years since Pat's passing. He has not been forgotten and he will forever be someone I remember in my life. Prayers to the family that you are all doing well.

Mitzi Slemp

July 24, 2015

I am so sorry for the loss of this amazing man. Pat welcomed me with a big smile almost every morning at QT. He knew me by name and my granddaughter eventually came in with me and they became familiar to him too. He was an amazing person and I can only image the loss his family is experiencing now. Prayers to all of his children, his wife and his granddaughter. The many times I have stopped in since he has been out haven't been the same and now never will.

July 17, 2015

Nancy, Jeff and I were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing...your family is in our thoughts and prayers

July 17, 2015

Nancy
Very sorry to hear about Pat's passing. Deepest sympathy from Jane and I.

Jon & Jane Williams

July 16, 2015

Nancy,
I know we have not seen each other for over 30 years. I heard of Pat's passing. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. All that we commit to the Lord is not lost, but is in His everlasting care.
Val Mitchell Reeves

Lora Mohling

July 16, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to the Quinn family. It has been many years since I have seen your family but will never forget. I worked with Pat @ Walgreens on Fluer Drive. RIP

Bernie O'Brien

July 16, 2015

My maternal grandfather was married to a Bridget Delequinn, which may or my not be the right spelling.

They were from Ireland, and Dele or Dela is believed to mean "of".

I have always been proud of that. Bridget was reported to have been an especially nice person.

The only other Quinn I have known was a priest from Carroll, Iowa circa 1940

I am proud that Patrick was a superb model of how to live right for so many.

Wow! What a man!!!

Mike Freeman

July 16, 2015

So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We will always remember the good old days working back here in Burlington hy vee and how you two met Nancy! Love and prayers to you and your family. Mike and Theresa Freeman

Steve& Rita Dill

July 16, 2015

I am so sorry of the passing of my cousins husband. Pat was a wonderful person to be around. I remember so many fun times and laughter we had shared. I was very surprised when I heard the news. I could not understand how such a great person can be taken away with so many more memories to make in life. Our hearts and prayers go out to you, Nancy your family and Aunt Jo.
Love you, Steve and Rita

Rick and Sandy Ralston

July 15, 2015

With Love and Sadness on your loss.

Randy Pressley

July 15, 2015

I was very saddened to hear of Pat's passing. I hope Nancy, Colin, Brendan and the entire family can find peace during this difficult time. Pat was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all of us who knew him.

Don Hinricher

July 15, 2015

It's hard to put in to words the sorrow I feel. When I think of Pat the first image that I see is a happy, caring person with a wonderful smile.

Susan Nordmeyer (Gilmer)

July 14, 2015

Brendan, my deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carla Patterson Steele

July 14, 2015

I was saddened to learn of Pat's death. My condolences to your entire family. I knew Pat when he worked for my dad, Carl Patterson, at the Corning Hy-Vee. He tolerated the "boss' daughter" very well even though I was probably a little pain in the butt most of the time. I had the good fortune to run into Pat many times over the last 30 years or so at Hy-Vee, Walgreens and my neighborhood Quik Trip. He always had a smile and asked about my family, even though in the last couple of years I knew he was not well. RIP, Pat. Say hi to Dad for me!

Rich VanScoy

July 14, 2015

Nancy and family,
Sorry for your loss. I called on Pat's store as a pre sales rep. Many times we would talk about the Hawkeyes and how the season might go. Pat was a very outstanding man.

Nora Davenport

July 14, 2015

I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Pat's death in the paper this morning. I met, and knew him from our neighborhood QT on Hubbell and E. 23rd.....he was always the kindest, friendliest guy, and I'll never forget the wonderful chats we had. It just breaks my heart to know he had to suffer from that horrible disease, but he's now with the Lord. You are all in my prayers.

Portia Crane Bisgard

July 14, 2015

Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. Your all are in my prayers.

July 14, 2015

Nancy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I first met Pat in 2001 when I worked for the Des Moines Register. I called on him at QT on Mondays and one of the first times I met him I locked my keys in my car. He loaned me his car (to a virtual stranger) so I could drive home to get my spares. Years later he provided my reference on my QT application. I had the pleasure of working with him many times over the five years I worked there. When I lost my son in 2012 he cared enough to come to his visitation. He was a wonderful man and I am so sorry that we lost him. Much love!

Maria Schlenker

Betty Schumann

July 14, 2015

Nancy, My sympathy to you and the family. Pat always had a smile on his face. Adding prayers.

Les Lynam

July 14, 2015

Pat was one of my best friends from High School. We had little contact since, just a time or two at class reunions. He was always positive, always smiling. Setting up in the kitchen for band practice will always be some of my fondest memories.

bridget parker

July 13, 2015

So sorry for your loss

Sue Hall

July 13, 2015

Nancy and family,
We received the news from Les on Saturday and was so sorry to hear of your loss. Pat was always so kind and had a great love for his family. Kev and I will be thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
Sincerely ,
Kevin & Sue Hall

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