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Timothy Quinlan Obituary
April 20, 1964 – April 8, 2016
Raleigh
Timothy James "Skully" Quinlan died unexpectedly on Friday, April 8, 2016, 12 days shy of his 52nd birthday.
Tim lived a magical life. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, he saw more of the world before getting his driver's license than most people see in a lifetime: living in Brussels, London, Chicago, Manila and Paris, eventually settling in Raleigh in 1981.
Upon graduating from Ravenscroft School, Tim entered East Carolina University. His love for music found its first venue there hosting a reggae music program at the school's radio station, WZMB, as DJ "Skully". That nickname would follow him throughout his career.
Following his passion, Tim began his professional career touring with the seminal Raleigh band The Woods. For the next 30 years he worked with bands as diverse as Pearl Jam, Hootie and the Blowfish, metal legend Glenn Danzig and country crossover Darius Rucker.
Tim's work took him across the nation and around the globe many times. A local man in the legendary world of music, Tim was a true professional; madly respected among his peers and colleagues. Bonds made among musicians on the road endure like family. They say he never met a stranger, or made an enemy.
Sixteen years ago, on his birthday during a rare trip home, Tim met his future wife, Debra Shore, at The Lakeside Lounge in downtown Raleigh. Tim brought up his love of fishing; Debra proudly let him know she could throw a cast net. He was hooked from that moment on.
Tim was a family man at heart. When his daughter Adah Pearl was born in 2009, he found roots and gave up life on the road. He transitioned to concert stage management in 2010 with Live Nation, working up to the position of Production Manager for Raleigh's Walnut Creek and Red Hat Amphitheater, as well as Live Nation's other venues throughout North and South Carolina. Tim and Debra had a second child in 2012, Oliver, who cemented the bond linking his two families — the stars of the music world and the stars of his home life. Raising his "families" became his life.
Tim is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Eunice, a long-time docent at the North Carolina Museum of Art; and father-in-law, Richard "Chips" Shore, Manatee County, Florida's iconic Clerk of Court for over 39 years.
Tim is survived by his loving wife, Debra Shore Quinlan, 7-year-old daughter, Adah Pearl, and 4-year-old son, Oliver Leo. His surviving family includes father Richard Quinlan and wife Pamela; brother Michael Quinlan and wife Susan Piercecchi, both of Raleigh; brother Richard Quinlan and wife Barbara Oslund of Pittsboro, N.C.; mother-in-law Carol Shore, of Bradenton, Florida.; sisters-in-law Cindy Shore, fiance Brad Coats, children Ian and Charlotte of Bradenton, Fla.; Donna Shore Western, husband Mark, children Ford and Fletcher of Haysden, England; and Elizabeth Shore of Raleigh, N.C.
Please join the families in a celebration of Tim's life at the Red Hat Amphitheater, 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, NC 27601, at 3:00 PM, Sunday, April 17th, 2016.
The families have set up a trust for Tim and Debra's children in order to support their transition through this very difficult time and invite any others who wish to contribute to join them by making a donation to the "Tim Quinlan Family Trust" c/o Foy Beal, Beal & Haney, PLLC, CPAs, 107 Windel Dr, Suite 107, Raleigh, NC 27609 or via PayPal timquin [email protected]
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.Brown Wynne.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Quinlan
McNair Bell
April 19, 2016
Peace to the family. Tim and I were great friends in high school.
Tammy
April 18, 2016
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deepti Gutpa
April 17, 2016
Dear Oliver, Adah Pearl, and Debra, We are heartbroken for you and send our warmest thoughts and prayers to you. I know you are all so brave and strong and we are all here to support you however we can.
Diana Donovan
April 17, 2016
Dearest Debra, Adah Pearl, Oliver, and Family,
I am so saddened and sorry to hear of Tim's passing and for your loss. Tim was such a kind man. His love of his children and you were obvious and shone from his face every day at school. I am lucky to have known him. Wishing you and yours to be surrounded by hugs, love and peace always. Warmly, Diana
Sherry Outlaw
April 16, 2016
Debra, please know that I am here for you, Adah and Oliver, always. Our neighborhood has been blessed by your presence. I will never forget Skully's friendship and help over the years. His positive attitude made me want to be a better person. May he rest in peace. Love, Sherry
Sunita Murty-Gami
April 15, 2016
Debra,
We are very saddened by your loss!! Please accept our deepest sympathies in this very difficult time for your family!!Our thoughts are with you! We are here for you if you need anything!
Jeff Watson
April 15, 2016
Never have I met a kinder soul---If you ever met Tim he was your friend forever. RIP, Skully...I hope your family can find peace.
Leanda Newman
April 15, 2016
So sorry to hear of Scully's passing. My sincere condolences to his family and friends around the world. This is simply heartbreaking. Sending love, thoughts and prayers, he will be missed by many worldwide.
April 15, 2016
~...you are to rock-n-roll what water is to coffee; a very main ingredient...we laughed with one-another and worked at making those around us feel the smiling love of the present...i will love you and yours forever, Scully...
...your spinning-friend and stagehand...
michael p.~
Dana Slingerland
April 14, 2016
Skully was one of a kind and had a lasting impact on so many of the lives he touched including ours. Lee and I send our love and sympathy.
Franklin King
April 14, 2016
Debra, our love and prayers go out to you and your lovely family. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Bob & Karen
April 14, 2016
To Skully's family and friends, we are sending each of you our love and support. We were all blessed to have had such a wonderful person in our lives. It is unfair that he has been taken from us far too soon in his life. You are also blessed to have so many Skully fans that are ready, willing and able to support each of you in whatever you may need. Please consider us as one of them. He is and always will be missed and loved by us. RIP Skully.
Tonya Sharpe
April 14, 2016
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Colleen Combs
April 13, 2016
Skully made many a long work day in my life a better place to be. He lives fondly in my memories. My condolences to his family.
Heloise Povey and Family
April 13, 2016
Debra, Adah, Oliver and all the family. I am so sorry for your loss. May you find strength in the love that surrounds you. Our thoughts are with you.
Shauna Kennedy-McIntosh
April 13, 2016
Debra, although we didn't know him, I and my family are filled with sorrow upon learning about your husband's sudden passing. My husband is also a roadie, has spent over 40 years in the business here in Canada, and coincidentally, also goes by the nickname "Skully". Please know that there are so many of your husband's road colleagues all over the globe who will be keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you strength, hope and love.
April 13, 2016
Sending love and condolences from Nashville. We are so sorry for your loss, and we are holding you and your family in our thoughts, as are so many other people all over the globe whom Skully touched. xo from Audley Freed & Jen Gunderman
April 13, 2016
Debra, We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Will Game (Clayton, NC)
David Myers
April 13, 2016
Debra - May the loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your young family.
Ann Shoaf
April 13, 2016
TOUCHING SHOULDERS
There's a comforting thought at the close of the day, When I'm weary and lonely and sad,
That sort of grips hold of my crusty old heart And bids it be merry and glad.
It gets in my soul and it drives out the blues, And finally thrills through and through.
It is just a sweet memory that chants a refrain "I'm g1ad I touched shoulders with you!"
Did you know you were brave, did you know you were strong? Did you know there was one leaning hard?
Did you know that I waited and Listened and prayed, And was cheered by your simplest word!
Did you know that I Longed for that smile on your face, for the sound of your voice ringing true?
Did you know I grew stronger and better because
I had merely touched shoulders with you?
I am glad that I live, that I battle and strive For the place that I know I must fill;
I am thankful for sorrows, I'll meet with a grin What fortune may send, good or ill.
I may not have wealth, I may not be great, But I know I shall always be true,
For I have in my life that courage you gave When once I rubbed shoulders with you.
Unknown
To you "Skully" with love,
Mamma Shoaf
Nani Davis
April 13, 2016
What a loss for everyone, but especially for those he adored most - Debra, Adah Pearl, Oliver. I feel lucky to have known him. Thinking of you all as you go through such a difficult time. Big hugs and love.
John White
April 13, 2016
Debra, its hard to find the words to say. Its pretty obvious to see Skully's impact on many lives. You, Adah Pearl and Oliver are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gabe Bourge
April 13, 2016
Debra, my families prayers will be with you and your family
Dominique Mouthon
April 13, 2016
Dearest Debra, I am so saddened to learn about Tim's passing. I am sending my sincere condolences from France. May the memories and Tim's kind, warm and loving soul help you and the children go through this most difficult time. Lots of hugs and love to you, Adah Pearl, and Ollie.
David Eiselman
April 13, 2016
Debra, I am so sorry and so sad to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Elizabeth Wachiaya
April 13, 2016
Debra, may God grant you and your family strength and peace during this time. You are in my prayers.
Keith Hallauer
April 13, 2016
Debra, very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family during this difficult time.
Matt Kane
April 13, 2016
Debra
I echo the previous comments, so so sad. My thoughts are with you and your children.
Troy Wallace
April 13, 2016
Miss you, Skully. Those guitars in heaven will now sound better than ever...
Brian Dalpiaz
April 13, 2016
Debra, I am so sad to hear of your loss. Please accept my thoughts & prayers for you & your family at this difficult time.
Doug Purcell
April 13, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ohad Kushner
April 13, 2016
Debra, Adah, Oliver and entire family,
My heart aches since hearing about Skully's passing. All I can wish you is strength and comfort during this time and know that your friends at work are thinking and praying for you all. May the good memories and Skully's impact on all your lives live on forever.
Ohad Kushner
Himanshu Kalkar
April 13, 2016
Debra,
Me and Akanksha are really saddened by your loss. We have you and your family in prayers. Our deepest condolences.
Lisa Baker
April 13, 2016
Debra,
Condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
James Hisey
April 13, 2016
Lauren and I are saddened by your loss. Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with you and your family.
Wayne Truitt
April 13, 2016
Debra, we are lifting you and your family in unceasing prayer. So extremely sorry.
Cheryl Kelly
April 13, 2016
Debra, So sorry- my condolences and prayers for you and your family.
Charlie Lagattuta
April 13, 2016
Debra, condolences to you and your family on such sad news. I pray for strength and healing during this difficult time.
Mark Kuchenbrod
April 13, 2016
All of my family's thoughts are with you guys. You know if there is anything at all we can do, all you have to do is ask.
Lea Family
April 13, 2016
We are deeply saddened by the news of Scully's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Steve Mercer
April 13, 2016
Rest in Peace. All of my best wishes go to Debra and the kids (Steve Mercer - AT&T family)
April 12, 2016
Skully--- you'll always be remembered fondly by so many. You'll be missed every day.
Lauren ( with the red hair as you always said)
Chris Sheridan
April 12, 2016
I am deeply saddened by this tragedy. My thoughts pour out to his family and all that loved him. His passion with all he did, that infectious smile, and his love of so many will be with me forever. He will live on in all our lives and mine forever. Peace and comfort to all.
Sheri
April 12, 2016
RIP You will be missed!
Etta Ball
April 12, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to the family..Skully's Creek Family will miss him! Love and Hugs!
Etta
Mica Parekh
April 12, 2016
The whole family is in our thoughts and prayers ~ please let us know if there is anything we can do...VMC (Viking Marketing Club)
barry clark
April 12, 2016
RIP my good friend....the creek and red hat want be the same ....Barry, Keith, Roy, Patty and staff of EMI
Three Hits ourside Tramps in NYC, July 3, 1988
April 12, 2016
Three Hits 1986-1988
April 12, 2016
I'd like to express my sincere sympathies to Tim's family and friends. Skully' was an important member of Three Hits for three years and I'm proud that he began his career with us, so much so that, when folks ask about those times I always say, we didn't make it but our roadie did! Tim's passion and dedication kept us moving forwardfor longer than we would have otherwise. He had a wonderful knack of combining hard work with motivation and of course fun. I know that his contributions to his craft, and to the groups and individuals he supported, will be forever appreciated and not soon forgotten. So, it is with a heavy heart that I wish his family and everyone he touched love and peace at this difficult time, Sheila Valentine
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