Hopkins, Minnesota
Quinn, Violet Anne (Milbert) age 97, lifelong resident of Hopkins, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 5, 2013. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas; daughter, Colleen Ruhland; son-in-law, Don McGannon; sisters, Verna Milbert, Bernice Lent; brothers, John and Len Milbert. Survived by children, Mary Ellen McGannon, John (Mary), Catherine (Jim) O'Neill, Michael (Eleanor), Patrick (Jane), Verna (Steve) McCabe, Susan (Jerry) Techam, Barbara (Tom) Rosc, Bob (Bonnie), Theresa (William) Hart, Thomas Jr. "Louie", Deborah (Dave) Murphy, Sharon (Martin) Farrell, James (Robin); son-in-law, Darrell Ruhland; 43 grandchildren, 78 great- grandchildren; sister-in-law, Florence Quinn; numerous relatives & friends. Violet was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed knitting, crocheting, baking, bingo, cards and fishing. She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Church and sang in the choir. Violet was loved by many and will be deeply missed. The family would like to thank Violet's special caregivers Vickie Lord and Natalie Bolling. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Interment St. Margaret's Cemetery. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Saturday, Nov. 9 with visitation one hour prior to the Mass at St. Gabriel the Archangel, St. Joseph Campus, 1310 Mainstreet, Hopkins. Visitation 4-8 PM Friday, Nov. 8 with 7 PM prayers at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Strobeck Johnson Chapel 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins 952 938-9020
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
I can't believe it's 10 years, my Dad was 10 years last year. Seems like yesterday and still missed a great deal. Hugs to the family and their losses since.
Ginny Berquist
Virginia Berquist
November 01, 2023 | Pahrump, NV | Friend
Missing you 1 year later Mom, but your legacy lives on! Love you - Sharon #14
Sharon Farrell
December 02, 2014 | Minnetonka, MN
The Quinn Family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful Lady who raised a wonderful family!! Love and Peace to all! Dave and Tessie Suetholz
Tessie Suetholz
November 11, 2013 | Ft.Mitchell, KY
Sharon, Marty and family,
With deepest sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna & Steve
Donna Lennartson
November 10, 2013 | Burnsville, MN
Dear Mary Ellen and family So sorry to hear about your Mom.She was indeed a special person and its so hard to have our Mom pass.GOD bless a of you,and I send my love.Sorry I was unable to come up.Love to you all,cousin Bea
Bea O'Brien
November 10, 2013 | Florence, KY
I am sorry to hear of Vi's passing. It is never easy to lose a loved one esp. a mother. I am happy though you had her for all of those wonderful fun years. Vi was a true mom and that was one of her greatest tributes. With love and peace. Sheila O'Brien Stacy
Sheila O'Brien Stacy
November 10, 2013 | Miami Bch, FL
Dear Quinns,
My heart goes out to all of you. The love of a mother is with us always. I know that your mother was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you all.
Mary O'Brien White
St. Pete Beach, Florida
Mary OBrien White
November 10, 2013 | St Pete Beach, FL
Dear Quinn Family,
So sorry to hear about your Mom. She was truly a lovely women and I have a lot of fond memories of her and all of your family.
It was always fun to go to your house, like ours, there was never a dull moment!
I will be thinking of all of you in the days to come and speak blessings and comfort over all of you.
Love, Chick Dumas Skaalerud
November 09, 2013
Dear Quinn Family,
I am proud to have been able to meet all Vi's kids. My Dad always called Sharon "Quinn". If I was with Quinn, he didn't worry. Good parenting Mrs. Quinn. You will be missed.
Rose Ryan
November 09, 2013