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Brian Quinn Obituary
AGE: 21 • Matawan
Brian Edward Quinn, 21, died suddenly Saturday, April 7, 2012 at home. Brian was born in Seoul, Korea on June 13, 1990 and came home to his loving parents Bruce and Susan Quinn on January 7, 1991. He was a joy to them throughout his life.
Brian is predeceased by his paternal grandparents Eleanor Van Orden Quinn and James Edward Quinn and his uncle Bruce Goldner. He is survived by his parents, maternal loving grandparents Grace and Jeremiah Hourihan of Matawan, and by Pat and Bob Harvey of Easton PA, his sister Lisa Quinn Stetler and her husband Thomas of Wilmington, NC, his maternal aunt and uncle (godparents) Kathleen and Jerry Hourihan of Matawan, his paternal aunts Margaret Quinn Goldner of Bordentown and Kathleen Quinn Shuman and her husband Roy of Forks Township PA, his nephew and niece David and Olivia Stetler, and his cousins Meghan Hourihan Kennedy of Matawan and her children Sydney and Christian, Jeremiah Hourihan III of Union Beach and his wife Jenn and children Jarrett and Kylie, Timothy Goldner of Bordentown, and Kristopher Dumschat of Forks Township PA. He is also survived by his Aunt Barbara Cholewa and her daughter Lisa Cholewa, and the Retro Fitness of Matawan family.
Brian leaves behind many special friends and relatives: Ann and Jack Valler of Aberdeen; Beverly and Thomas West of Spring Lake and their children Morgan, Justin, and Brendan; his Retro Fitness colleagues and friends, and his teammates, and his close friends, Gina, George, Danielle, Kevin, Tim, Matt, Jason, Joe, Michael, David, Adam, Sean, Trevor, Ryan, Luis and many, many more.
Brian was a senior at Kean University, majoring in criminal justice. He would have completed his studies in December and graduated in January 2013. His aspiration was to become a New Jersey State Trooper. He was considering professional umpiring as well. Brian worked at and worked out at Retro Fitness of Matawan. He had competed in power lifting events and hoped to compete in body building competitions. He umpired both youth and adult baseball in the area. Brian graduated with the Class of 2008 at Matawan Regional High School where he participated in football, bowling, baseball and on the DECA team. Brian loved baseball and his involvement with his coaches and teammates. An avid fan of the Seattle Mariners, and in particular Ichiro Suzuki, led him on a family trip to Seattle in July 2006 which will always be remembered.
Brian was a treasure to his family. He was a communicant of St Clement's Church, Matawan where he received the sacraments of Baptism, Penance, Holy Communion and Confirmation. He was a loving and happy young man and was living a full adult life where he enjoyed many friendships. Brian will live on in all of us and others, both spiritually and physically. Brian will be an organ donor as part of the Sharing Network. For those interested, donations may be made in his name to the MRHS baseball team (Coach Kaye, Matawan Regional High School, Atlantic Avenue, Aberdeen) and will be appreciated - for the love of the game!
Funeral arrangements are through the Waitt Funeral Home, Route 79, Morganville, with a public viewing on Wednesday, April 11 from 4.p.m. to 9 p.m. and friends and relatives may also visit the funeral home on Thursday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. before the mass of Christian Burial at St. Clement's Roman Catholic Church on Freneau Avenue (Rt. 79), Matawan, at 11 a.m. on Thursday. To share stories, photos, or to send the family an online condolence please visit www.waittfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Quinn
Mike Olesen
April 4, 2019
Hey buddy been a while since I left a message. Every time I pass Retro I think when I first met you. Thing stood out was the smile. Was always there. Made me smile. Glad I got to play football with you. You were quite a force. I will always remember you and hope my son grows up to be the type of young man you were . One day Ill see you again.
a memorial at Retro designed by Danielle
November 11, 2012
Brian and his "grands" on St. Patrick's Day
November 11, 2012
a close up from the photo below
November 11, 2012
for love of the game
November 11, 2012
a beautiful sketch by Matt
November 11, 2012
a reunion of MRHS bowling team
November 11, 2012
Brian at Retro
November 11, 2012
love that smile
November 11, 2012
April 22, 2012
Sandi, Jessica and I just found out today that Brian passed. We are all shocked and very, very sorry for your loss. Brian was a wonderful young man and we all feel honored to have known him. Our prayers are with you. Sandi and Jim Prusarcyk, and Jessica Amorino
margaret raymond-pisarczyk
April 20, 2012
So deeply sorry for your loss!
Holly Cordoma
April 18, 2012
I met Brian at Retro Fitness. From the moment I walked in, he always had a smile on his face and was always there to help me with the machines. My deepest sympathy to Brian's Family.
April 18, 2012
Dear Susan and Bruce, My heartfelt sympathy on your devastating loss. I can't stop thinking about you and Brian. I remeber when you first got a baby photo of him before he came to you. Please know my thoughts are with you. Joyce Primost
April 14, 2012
Susan and Bruce, I was so sorry to hear of your lose. My deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. I did not know your son that well but when ever I happened to meet him he was always very polite and respectfull, you both could not help but be so proud of how he turned out. My family and I extend our deepest condolences to you.
Pete Callamaras
Teresa Downey
April 13, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was always a middle schooler with a sense of humor to light up the classroom. I am sure there are no words to express my condolences.
With deepest sympathy,
Betsy Beinert
April 13, 2012
My smpathies on your unspeakable loss. Brian was a joy and we always had lovely conversations about baseball. He was a true gentleman and I'm sure you are extremely proud of the man he became. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days to come.
Betsy Beinert, Nurse
Jan and Tony Rubino
April 13, 2012
Dear Bruce and Susan, Words are simply not enough but please know that our loving thoughts and prayers are with you and all who loved Brian. May you soon feel some sense of peace and comfort in the memory of your amazing son.
April 13, 2012
Dear Bruce and Susan:
Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. It seems like yesterday that you brought Brian home and shared his beautiful baby pictures with all of us at the Monmouth County Superintendent's Office.
God must have needed another angel to celebrate this Easter in Heaven and carefully selected Brian Edward Quinn to share in his glory.
Your friends and colleague,
Stan and Marie Gdula
April 13, 2012
Dear Bruce and Sue~
May God hold you both in the Palm of His Hand at this most difficult time. We all extend our heartfelt sympathy to you... Love, Yvonne and John Samaha
April 13, 2012
Bruce & Susan the loss you feel must be a hugh weight at this time... may you know all the love and support of friends and Jesus at this most trying time!!! all our love and prayers...
Joe Blair and family
April 12, 2012
May all your wonderful memories of Brian help to bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead..
Our Heartfelt Condolences,
Will, Wyatt and Betsy Campbell (Aberdeen, NJ)
Maria Prinzi
April 12, 2012
Dear Bruce and Susan, Few people can come close to understanding your pain at this time. Just know that you have family and friends that will love and support you. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. The Prinzi and Favara Families
Mitzi Nadel
April 12, 2012
Dear Susan,Bruce and family, My deepest sympathies on the tragic loss of Brian. The whole community and beyond have you in their heavy hearts at this time. There are no words that could adequately express the sorrow felt.
Mike Olesen
April 12, 2012
I had met Brian at Retro and he played football on my team EMF. He was a good guy and it was a pleasure to have known him and a priveledge. One thing will always stand out was his smile and his positive outlook. I wish I knew him longer.
Lisa Ambrosio
April 12, 2012
All of my love, thoughts and prayers are with you all at this incredibly difficult time. What a tremedous loss...and what a tremendous legacy he left behind for all. Keep strong and may God carry you through!
Laura O'Reilly
April 12, 2012
May God's love keep you and give you strenght during this time of sorrow. You have my deepest sympathy.
Laura O'Reilly
The Domenick Family
April 12, 2012
Bruce & Sue, We are saddened by the loss of your Brian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at such a difficult time. Brian lives on not only through you, but through the people that have received his donation.
O'Neill Family
April 11, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
GENE HICKEY
April 11, 2012
I AM LOST FOR WORDS AND WILL NEVER FORGET BRIAN
Kathy & George Sisti
April 11, 2012
Bruce & Susan:
I was shocked to hear the news of Brian's passing. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. You're in our prayers.
April 11, 2012
Bruce and Susan,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Renzi
April 11, 2012
Bruce and Sue,
I was just told about Brian's passing. I remember him as being such a great kid. My heart goes out to you during this sad time. It is good to hear that Brian will live on with the donation of his organs. That is a special young man to give life to someone else.
With much sympathy,
Kathy Silvestri
Loretta Schulman
April 10, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. It was a pleasure having Brian in my library classes. He was a wonderful young man. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that you are in my thoughts.
John Kaye
April 10, 2012
I feel honored to have had the opportunity to have coached Brian over the years at Matawan. He was a young man that respected and cared for his coaches, played the game with passion and was revered by his teammates. His smile was infectious while his bat was thunderous. Barely a day goes by that I don't speak of Brian and the 2008 Husky Baseball team. All we can think is that Gods team is in a big spot and needs a great hitter and I'm sure, as always Brian will give his all. God bless the Family and all of Brian's loved ones. May we find the strength from God to be strong. Coach Kaye
April 10, 2012
We were so shocked to hear of Brians passing.. .. Our baseball memories are being recalled a lot these days..Please know ,that you are in our thoughts... Cathy , Dave and Cory Dollear
April 10, 2012
To the Quinn Family...the gift of Brian's life will live on through his family and friends...
The Starace Family (Matawan)
joanne toomey
April 10, 2012
There is no word given to the loss of a child... that's because there are no words to describe a loss of this magnitude... you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Toomey Family
Greg Reardon
April 10, 2012
theres no words to describe how hundreds of people are feeling regarding this tragedy. Brian you were not only a friend but a coach in life. Whether I had questions regarding school or the gym you'd never let me down and i know you did the same for everyone you came in contact with. This is truly a devastation and my deepest condolences are sent to the Quinn family and to all his relatives and closest friends. Things will be rough in the upcoming dates but forever and ever your spirit will live on with myself and every other soul you've touched. Rest in Peace Big Brian
Jo Dervan
April 10, 2012
Bruce and Susan- my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I know how much you treasured Brian and what a special boy he was.
Jo Dervan
Dan Habib
April 10, 2012
To the Quinn Family,
Brian will be deeply missed. Everyone who knew him loved him and his contaigous smile. My deepest condolences on your loss.
Richard Pucciarelli
April 10, 2012
To the Quinn Family,
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Brian. His smile and pleasant demeanor was always on display for all he came into contact with. He will be missed by the members of Retro Fitness in Matawan who came to know him on their visits to the gym. He was truly blessed and always was someone you look forward to seeing on your visit to the gym. My sincere condolences on your loss.
Kevin Dillon
April 10, 2012
He was the most awesome young man. I helped coach him in baseball years ago, I saw him last year and he was so glad to see me.I know his life has touched someone if not everyone he came in contact with.he was that kind of person.I know that you have perfect peace as you are now with God. See you again one day..Minister Kevin Dillon
April 10, 2012
Susan,
My deepest sympathies to my long time friend. I love you and will always remember Brian's constant smile. He was a joy to watch grow up. Tom Geran
Joanne Seward
April 10, 2012
RIP Brian... I will miss your face at the gym...condolences to the family..
Jeffrey Gray
April 10, 2012
To the family:May God comfort you in this hour.God bless you.
Patricia Hillyer
April 10, 2012
There are no words to express my sorrow. I can only pray for God's arms to comfort you. Brian is truly a blessing and I will always remember his smile.
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