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Wanda Quinn Obituary

QUINN, Wanda (Schroeder) Formerly of Allston, MA, 55, died at home on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, after a courageous two and a half year long battle with ovarian cancer, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on July 18th in Boston, MA she was a daughter of the late John and Wanda Schroeder. She was a graduate of Mt. Saint Joseph's Academy. After marrying her husband Kevin, she moved to York. After raising her children, she worked for many years in the Home Health Care field. She loved all aspects of life, especially her family. She was an avid golfer, shopper, traveler, hostess, gardener and animal lover. She loved mermaids and being on the beach of Aruba. She leaves her devoted husband of 31 years, Kevin, her daughter Brooke Quinn and sons Mark Quinn and Dennis French, her three loving canine companions, her brother John Schroeder and wife Karen, sister Christine Miedema and husband Wayne, her brother Richard Schroeder and wife Helen, her dearest friend Mary Cosby and husband Wyatt, several other childhood friends that were always by her side, her many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews and many loving coworkers whose support was greatly appreciated. A special thank you to her attentive nurse Kelly Leroux. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday from 4 to 9 p.m. in the Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, 91 Long Sands Road, YORK, Maine. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday at 11 a.m. St. Christopher's Church, York, Maine with burial to follow in the First Parish Cemetery, York. Donations can be made in Wanda's memory to York Hospital Home Care, Dana Farber Research or an animal shelter of your choice. To sign the online guest book, please visit http://www.legacy.com/seacoastonline/Obituaries.asp

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Published by Boston Globe on Mar. 25, 2009.

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Mary (De More)Errichetti

May 4, 2009

To the Schroeder Family
My God Bless you and your family in your time of sorrow. Very sorry about the passing of Wanda.

April 13, 2009

Dear Kevin,
We are so sorry to hear about Wanda. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.We really miss our morning coffee group, and that we haven't stayed in touch, but our thoughts are with you in this deepest time of sorrow.
The Butler family

Carolyn & Ken McGee

April 1, 2009

Kevin & Family,
We just heard and we are so sorry for your loss and send our sincere sympathy. May warm memories keep her ever with you.

March 30, 2009

To Kevin and Family of Wandie, We wish to extend our deepest condolences on the loss of your wife and mother. Aunts Hattie and Lottie were my aunts married to my mother's brothers, Eddie and Bing. My husband, Jerry and I retired to York for five years in 1996 and at time I had not seen Wandie since she was a little girl. It was wonderful connecting with her one again and seeing how happy she was with her family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mimi (Russell) and Jerry Belanger, Hudson, NH

Patricia Coffey

March 30, 2009

Kevin, Brooke, and Mark,

I recently learned of Wanda's illness and passing. Brooke, I have fond memories of your mom when you and my son Matt were in preschool together...and Mark, your mom was a good friend and a wonderful classroom volunteer when I was your 2nd grade teacher. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of such a caring, loyal, and gentle woman. I am honored to make a donation in your mother's memory to the Animal Welfare Society.

Barry Festervan

March 30, 2009

Kevin and Family,

We just found out about Wanda today and just wanted to say we send our sympathy at this time of sorrow. Sorry we couldn't attend the service but we are in Hawaii working.

Barry and Carolyn

March 29, 2009

Kevin and Family,
I was saddened to hear the news about Wanda. She was a terrific person who will be missed by her family and friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Millie Massey, Mars Hill North Carolina

Bruce and Teena Lane

March 29, 2009

Kevin & Family,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss.

Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Linda Conway

March 28, 2009

Kevin, Brooke + Mark
One of my dearest and close friends. A friend for over 40 years and what memories I will always have. Wandy always had a smile for everyone and always looked for the best in a person no matter what. Wandy had such courage and was a trouper for the last 2 1/2 years.She will be missed so much and will always have a special place in my heart.

John Harrigan

March 27, 2009

Kevin & Family

Just saw the notice on line here in Florida. Your coffee crew know how much you guys went through, and the battle Wanda fought
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 27, 2009

Kevin Brooke& Mark
Wanda will be in our hearts forever. There was never a time that i can remenber that she did not have a smile or a good word to say to someone.She will be missed but never forgotten.
We love you all. Barbra, Ron & Sean

Debbie Cook

March 27, 2009

I will miss one of my best friend but I have the belief that she will always be with all of us! Much love & support to all of you...
Debbie Timmins Cook

Caitlin Smolinski

March 27, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Wanda was a great woman who was always very warm to me, and I will never forget her. The same cancer took my mother several years ago, so your grief will be steadily in my thoughts and prayers. Take time with a wounded hand, because it likes to heal.

Doris Blaisdell

March 27, 2009

Kevin, Tom and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. My parents, Doris and Dick Hennessy, also send their condolences and hope that the prayers and shawl were of some comfort to Wanda and your family.

Nicki Weatherly

March 27, 2009

I am so very sorry to here about Wanda, she was a very sweet and wonderful person. I will miss her very much. Take care of yourselves, my thoughts are with you.

M-J Bailey

March 26, 2009

To the Quinn Family, All of us at The Stolen Menu Cafe send our thoughts and prayers to all of you. We fondly remember the many days Wanda would come in and have her two poached on a biscuit and read and we so enjoyed her company and constant smile.
M-J Bailey, Owner/Chef & the entire staff

Kristen + April Conway

March 26, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Wandy was a wonderful person so full of life. Wandy and your family will always have a place in my childhood memories from all those trips up to Maine when I was growing up. I'm sure she will be deeply missed by many. I hope all the wonderful memories you have of her will offer some comfort in such a difficult time.

Carole Loughlin

March 26, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Dot and Jim Clifford

March 26, 2009

God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around you
And whispered."Come to Me"

With tearful eyes we watched you
And saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly
We could not make you stay.

A golden heart stopped beating.
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best!

Paul Govoni

March 25, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Gordon Caramello

March 25, 2009

To all of Wandy's family. I was so saddened to hear of her passing. I will cherish all of the fond memories I have with her growing up. My love is with all of you. Cousin Gordon

Brigtte Malloy

March 25, 2009

Brooke and the Quinn Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'll cherish the precious memories I have of your mom; and may the memories you have carry you through this difficult time.

Stuart Scott

March 25, 2009

Very sorry to hear of Wanda passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. Love Cousin Stuart

Stuart and Sheri Scott (Debary, FL)

Susan Best

March 25, 2009

To the Quinn and Schroeder Families,
My heart is full of love and fond memories of Wandy. May you find comfort in your memories of her and know that I am keeping you all in my prayers.
Love and God Bless, Cousin Susan

David Caramello

March 25, 2009

To Wanda's entire family,
Betti and I were so sorry to hear about Wanda. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Dave & Betti

Natalie Schroeder

March 25, 2009

To Kevin, Jackie, Christine, Richard, and all of your families. All my love to you all. Sorry that I can't be there and that it has been years since we have seen each other, but you are always in my memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God Bless, Aunt Natalie

Terry and Bernice Baker

March 25, 2009

Kevin, Christine, and family,

We are sincerely sorry for your loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you that you may find comfort in one another.

Jean Caples

March 25, 2009

So sorry to hear of Wandie's passing. I have many fun memories of Wandy growing up on Easton Street as a child.
My deepest condolences go out to her family and friends. She may not be here physically but may she always live in your heart.
I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Wandy as an adult but from what I have read she surely was a wonderful person.
God Bless you all,
Jeannie Caples (Peach)

March 25, 2009

Our deepest condolences to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Love the Carroll Family, Joe, Nicole, Megan & Abigail

Laurie Sordillo

March 25, 2009

Dear Kevin, Brooke and Mark;

May God bless and comfort you and may you always feel Wanda's love around you.

A meadow full of wild flowers; the sunrise, a sunset.
A rainbow after a storm on a beautiful summer’s day.
A strong, brave eagle, soaring over the highest of trees.
When I think of you, Wandy, I see all these things.

Laurie Sordillo

Luanne Shockley

March 25, 2009

Kevin, Brooke and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Wanda from the gym and I know her smile will be missed, God Bless you all.

MADALYN AND JOE TIFFANY

March 25, 2009

DEAR KEVIN AND FAMILY,JOE AND I ARE SO SORRY THAT WE CAN'T BE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME. HOWEVER OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS HAVE BEEN WITH ALL OF YOU.FONDLY,MADALYN AND JOE

David & Chrissie Cinquegrano

March 25, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Wanda was a wonderful person and was always full of life. Her strength and courage are extremely admirable and she will surely be missed.

adam akullian

March 25, 2009

Dear Kevin, Mark, Brooke, and family,I just wanted to express my deepest concern and sympathy to you all in this extremely difficult time.May God and the strength of your family, and friends be with you all.

Gwen Merritt

March 25, 2009

My memories of Wandie are full of laughs, happiness, and good times, that is how I will always remember Wandie! I am so sorry for your loss. I know she was strong and fought to be with her family and friends for as long as she could, but lost her battle to a horrible disease. Hopefully she is at peace and looking down at us smiling that wonderful smile. She will be missed...

sam gerry

March 25, 2009

Kevin sorry for your loss
Sam Gerry

Lorraine Arey Jennings

March 25, 2009

I had the pleasure of meeting Wandy and Mary in a restaurant in York a few years ago. It was nice to catch up on our lives since growing up in Allston and the happy memories of St. Anthony's drill team. My sympathy to her family and to Mary.

Susan Lipton

March 25, 2009

Dear Kevin, Brooke & Mark-
I was so saddened to hear of Wanda's passing. Being a neighbor for many years, I will never forget seeing Wanda walking the dogs, and admiring her beautiful flowers. I will also remember how she loved to entertain her family & friends. Wanda was a kind woman & always had a smile to share, and something nice to say. I am so very sorry for your loss. I, too lost my dear sister Heidi to ovarian cancer. My thoughts are with all of you. Keep Wanda alive with all of your wonderful memories...

Guy and Sharon LaClair

March 25, 2009

Kevin and kids. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We did so enjoy seeing her and you at your anniversary party.

Pam Williams

March 25, 2009

To Brooke and her family -
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Although I did not know your mother, Brooke, she must have been a special woman to produce a wonderful young woman such as you. I pray that you and your family will feel God's peace and comfort at this sad time.

Liz McAuliffe-Silvey

March 25, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sorrowful time. May the strength Wanda had carry you through.

Chris Gaffney

March 25, 2009

To Wandie's Family,

I have wonderful memories of Wandie and Mary as kids growing up in Allston. We had lots of laughs!

I am saddened by her passing but know that she is not suffering anymore. I hope you'll find comfort in your own memories of her.

My Deepest Condolences,

Chris (Rinaldi) Gaffney

Paula Shea

March 25, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the Quinn and Schroeder Families.

The Bourques

March 25, 2009

Wanda touched our lives forever with her amazing "Joie da Vie" We will miss her deeply.

Talon Torressen

March 25, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wanda was such a great person.

Ralph and Kathie Torchio

March 25, 2009

Kevin and Family,
We are greatly saddened to hear of Wandy's passing. All who knew Wandy and those who met her only briefly recognized the warmth and kindness she possessed. May your memories and the knowledge that she touched so many bring you, in time, some comfort. With deepest sympathy,

Debbie Perechodiuk

March 25, 2009

Kevin, Brooke, Mark, and family Robert and I want to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. We will never forget all the good that Wandy shared with everyone she touched. She was an encouragement for all who new her and we'll miss her forever.
Love to all,
Debbie and Robert Perechodiuk

Jennifer McBride Faucher

March 25, 2009

Wanda~ You'll forever be in our hearts. You were a strong, brave woman who always wore a smile on your face. You will be missed very much. My sympathy to the Quinn Family, may god help you all through this.

Bruce LaClair

March 25, 2009

Kevin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Clare Schroeder

March 25, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I feel your pain and sadness even though you know that Wandie's is over. I hope all goes well. I wish that I could be there, unfortunately, I am away right now.

Alan Amiralian

March 25, 2009

I am a friend & co-worker of Laurie Sordillo.

Mark Cushing

March 25, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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