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Joseph Quinn Obituary

Joseph David Quinn, 76, of Leawood, KS, passed away Sunday, December 31, 2006. A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, January 5, 2007, 10:30 a.m. at Church of the Nativity, 3800 West 119th, Leawood, KS. Cremation will follow. Friends may call Thursday, January 4 at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Road, Kansas City, MO, from 5 to 8 p.m., where the Rosary will be prayed at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Rockhurst High School or Rockhurst University. Joseph was born August 29, 1930 in Kansas City, MO. He was educated at St. Francis Xavier Grade School, graduated from Rockhurst High School in 1947 and graduated from Rockhurst College in 1951. He served in Korea, obtaining the rank of Master Sergeant and was a Recipient of the Bronze Star. He retired as President and Owner of Industrial Lumber Company in 2000. He served on the Board of Directors at St. Teresa Academy, was an original member of Knights of Columbus Bishop Miege Council and was a Golden Hawk of Rockhurst College. He was active in the Fairfax Industrial Association, a member of the Serra Club of KCK, St. Martin's Of Tour's League and a member of Alpha Delta Gamma (Fraternity). Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, Donald B. and Veronica Quinn and his brother Reverend Bernard Quinn. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Terri (Sullivan) Quinn and his children, Colleen (Quinn) Hodes, her husband, Dr. Steven Hodes, and their children, Brian, Timothy and Alexa, Martin Quinn, his wife Laurel (Wolkey) Quinn, and their children, Colin, Brendan and Sarah; Bridget (Quinn) Martin, her husband Robert, and their children Mallori and Katie (K.T.). He also enjoyed coaching his children in baseball and basketball. Joseph loved and supported all eight of his grandchildren. Joseph also leaves behind many friends as well as a large Irish family. (Arr: McGilley State Line Chapel, 816-942-6180).

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Published by Kansas City Star from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Quinn

18 Entries

Terri Quinn

January 19, 2007

Dear Terri, Colleen, Marty, Bridget and kids,
I am still having a hard time grasping the fact that Joe is no longer among us. He was truly a great person. He always made everyone feel like they were important, and he was so much fun to be around. All of you will continue to be in my prayers.

Chris Hodes

January 7, 2007

I will always remember the time Joe and Terri stayed with us an extra night at the Ozarks after everyone had left because the boat was flooded
and there was this big thunderstorm. Joe was a great story teller and told Tony and Me about the tin soldiers he had as a boy and how he used to play with them. I remember having a lot of fun with Joe.
He will be missed ...but he is in a better place.
A good reminder to all of us that every day is a gift...what positive thing will you do with your gift today?

Chris Hodes and family(son of Tom and Margaret

Len Weinand

January 6, 2007

Dear Terri, Colleen, Marty & Bridget, A sad day here meant a wonderful celebration in Heaven. I remember fondly stopping at your home on Roe and being greeted by Joe's wonderful smile ... and a cold beer. He will be missed by many!!! God Bless, Len

Pat [Stablein] Downey

January 4, 2007

Dear Terri and family, I am so sorry to hear of Joe's death. My thought's and prayers are with you all. I will remember Joe in my prayers at Mass. Sorry I am unable to attend the wake or funeral.

Jose and Yolanda Bustamante

January 4, 2007

Dear Marty, Laurie and children:
Our deepest condolences on your father's untimely passing. We are certain that he will be deeply missed.
You and your family are in our prayers.

Roselin Nelson

January 4, 2007

Dear Mrs.Quinn,Colleen,Marty Bridget and children, I am truly so sorry for the loss of such a kind man. The memories I have of being in Kansas with you and your family will alway be very special to me. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you all in this time of sorrow. With Deepest Sympathy,
Roselin, Michael and Family

Judy, Ian and Shannon Callaghan

January 4, 2007

Dear Marty, Laurie and children,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We know how difficult it is to lose your Dad. He will be missed.

Nate Bonham

January 4, 2007

Marty, Our prayers are with you and your family, it was always a great enjoyment to see and talk with Joe.
Nate Bonham

Cody Foley

January 4, 2007

Marty & the entire Quinn Family,
I only met Mr. Quinn a couple of times, but he made feel like an old friend. I know he will be missed by all, and my prayers are with you.

Sharon Staab

January 4, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Joe as a parent when I taught at St. Ann's. His support and his family still stand out in my memories of that school.

Joanie Moritz

January 3, 2007

Dear Terri, Colleen, Marty, Bridget and families,

We were truly shocked and sad to learn of Joe's death. One lasting memory I will have each Christmas is Joe's "table dancers" verse in your family's rendition of The 12 Days of Christmas." He brought smiles to so many faces that evening and I'm certain he did that to people he came in contact with each day. Know that you are all in our prayers.

Debra Berg Knowles

January 3, 2007

Aunt Terri, Colleen, Martin, Bridget and all your families:

I was so blessed and honored to have Uncle Joe as my one and only uncle in my life. He always made me laugh and he loved his family and grandchildren so much. His smile and grey hair is how I will always remember him.

Love, Debra Berg Knowles

Pat Quinn

January 3, 2007

Joe was my father's second cousin, but my Dad always thought of and treated Joe more like a brother. Since my father's death Joe has been the Patriarch of the Quinn Family and will be sorely missed.
I loved him.

Steve and Jody Moritz

January 3, 2007

Marty, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Karla Leibham

January 3, 2007

Dear Marty, Laurie, and dear Quinn children, Please know prayers are with you at this sad time. Keep all those happy memories... they truly help comfort you! With love, Karla and Pete Leibham

Rev. Luke Byrne S.J.

January 3, 2007

Terri and Joe's family/friends
Joe's sudden death has "taken our breath away". I ask that the Lord be close to all of you as you close a long and rich chapter of family life. May Joe enjoy the special place the Lord has prepared for him for which he hoped all his life. The Lord is asking all of you to carry a heavy cross, but the Lord will also give you the grace to do it. I will be with you in spirit and prayer at the wake/funeral even while out of KC on a Rockhurst University assignment.

Mike & Tati Needleman

January 3, 2007

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

Scott Quinn

January 3, 2007

To Terri and the entire Quinn family:

My dad called me on New Year's Eve to tell me the horrible news. I always loved Joe's smile and laugh and it was great seeing him at my parents' 40th wedding anniversary party. Joe was a great guy and he definitely will be missed. Jane and I are keeping your family in our prayers.

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