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Kirby Quinn Obituary
Born in Augusta, Ga. April 22nd 1928, he was the son of the late Kirby and Ethel Quinn.
Mr. Quinn graduated from Greenville Senior High School. He attended the University of Georgia and graduated from Furman University in 1948. He was founder and president of Town House Galleries Interior Design Firm for 43 years. His commissions consisted of both commercial and residential interiors including projects in Washington, Bal Harbour, Atlanta, New York, numerous country clubs, and also the Cloister Hotel, Sea Island, GA.
He was a lifelong member of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church, and was an associate member of the American Society of Interior Designers. He was a member of the Greenville Country Club, The Poinsett Club, and the Cotillion Club.
An avid supporter and participant in the revitalization of downtown Greenville, he and his wife, Louise, were one of the first to choose downtown as their permanent home.
Surviving are his wife, Louise Albright Quinn of the home, 2 daughters, Louise Albright Quinn and Linda Caroline Quinn and her partner David Young all of Greenville, 4 grandchildren Coy Lester Huffman IV and his wife Lauren of Charleston, Richard Cain Casteel of Austin, TX., Sarah Louise Casteel and Kirby Quinn Mills both of Greenville, his brother Richard Harris Quinn and sister Melinda Caroline Quinn Furman both of Greenville, and a great grandchild Coy Lester Huffman V known as Quinn.
He was predeceased by his brother Charles Edward Quinn and grandson, John Curtis Quinn Casteel.
A graveside service will be held at Springwood Cemetery in downtown Greenville at 3:30 on Wednesday, March 24th.
The family would like to express special gratitude for the care provided by Ms. Mary Smith, Ms. Brenda Evans, and Mr. Andres Chacon.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Make a Wish Foundation of SC, 726C Lowndes Hill Rd., Greenville 29607 or Open Arms Hospice 1836 West Georgia Rd., Simpsonville 29680.
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Timothy smith
September 8, 2024
I worked for them when I was fifteen´ they treated me so nice´ I appreciate them so much´ mr Charles´ that was my partner´ I miss them so much´ treated me like family!
Bill Willis
January 15, 2024
on Jan 15, 2024 I sadly learned that Kirby Jr has passed but still want to say he was a true Gentleman who was extremely talented in the interior furnishings profession and whom I greatly liked..
as well as the entire Quinn family whom I knew in the mid 60´s & 70´s including his brothers Charles & Dick (who was my 1st employer & boss when just out of college and I joined their KQ Business Interior Firm).
R.I.P. Brothers Kirby, Charles & Dick~
Timothy smith
December 20, 2020
Was a wonderful friend, I work in the store, gave me a chance to work as a young man, great man,
Martha Miller
April 10, 2010
Dear Lucy and Family,
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I will miss Mr. Quinn and send all of you my love and prayers. Martha Miller
Tom Marchant
March 27, 2010
Louise and Family....I fondly remember Kirby during his formative days at Town House Galleries in Greenville. His services were sought by many in the Southeast and I especially remember his showroom on East North Street and what a wonderful selection he had in that old home. Kirby will always be thought of as 'Mr. Interior Designer of Greenville'. Blessing to the family in your, and our, loss. Tom Marchant, 3 Hidden Hills Drive, Greenville, SC 29605
Susan and Johnny Harris
March 24, 2010
Dear Louise, Susan and I send you and your family our deepest sympathy. We love you and wish we could be with you.
Peggy Lever Burke
March 23, 2010
Lucy. I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I am sure that the memories you all have will keep each other going for years to come.
Anne Thames
March 23, 2010
Dear Louise.
Don, Kay and I send you and your family our deepest sympathy and heart felt wishes for a blesse time and peaceful moments in your grief.
We love you and wish we could be with you.
As Kirby left us we are so happy to know of the birth of Caroline Ryan's grandaughter.
All our love to each of you.
March 23, 2010
LOUISE, Our prayers are with you and all the family. Kirby was such a gentleman, he will be dearly missed. Blessings to you. Sincerely, Jim and Elsie Jerozal
March 23, 2010
Dear Louise,
I have just seen where Kirby has passed away. Just want you to know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep looking to the Lord for your strength and peace. May God bless you.
Eddie Messervy, Greenville, S.C.
Mary Frances Garrison-Roberts
March 23, 2010
Dear Louise and family:
I am so sorry to hear of Kirby's passing. I speak for my entire family when I say that he was a very fine and friendly man whom we were all very fond of for many years.
You are all in my prayers and thoughts at this time.
Laura Bender
March 23, 2010
My dear Louise-- Bill and I are so sorry to hear of Kirby's death. Please accept our most heart felt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Bill & Laura Bender
Nelson Kessler
March 23, 2010
You're all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless.
Jan Gardo
March 23, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 23, 2010
Dear Louise,
John and I are so sorry to learn of Kirby's passing. He was always such a joy to talk to. I first met Kirby very early in the morning during my fitness walk on Main Street and he was always there walking Casper. Everyone walking their dogs, running or walking early in downtown knew Kirby. He never met a stranger and always had a smile on his face and a compliment to give. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember, we are here for you in anyway we can help.
Much love,
Becky and John Potts
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