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James Quinn Obituary
May 21, 1932 - February 12, 2024
Caseyville, Illinois - James E. Quinn, age 91, of Caseyville, IL, born on May 21, 1932, in St. Louis, MO, died on Monday, February 12, 2024, at his residence.
James was a United States Marine Veteran, the owner/operator of East Side Tool and Die, past President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, active member of the Optimist Club and active parishioner of St. Philips and St. Stephens.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Julie Ann Quinn; and his parents, Francis Quinn, and Loretta (Bernard) Fleiter Borgman; his brother, Jerry Borgman; and his brothers-in-law, Gean Griffin and John Petschonek.
James is survived by his wife, Joan E. Quinn, nee Talbot; his children, Christie (Ken) Coonley of Collinsville, IL, James Mark (Robin) Quinn of Collinsville, IL, Linda (Dan) Meirink of Belleville, IL, Tony (Anne) Quinn of Belleville, IL, and Cathy (David) Dye of St. Louis, MO; his grandchildren, Sarah (Brandon) Goode, Casey Coonley, Julianne Coonley, Jamie (Caleb) Klinger, Maribeth (Kyle) Bendick, Melissa (Jacob) Gehrs, Meaghan Brewer, Anthony (Aaren) Quinn, Trisha (Devan) Cobb, Dustin Dye, Caroline Dye, and Reis Dye; 15 great grandchildren; his siblings, MaryAnn Griffin, Ron Borgman, and Pat Petschonek; his sister-in-law, Nancy Borgman; and his special friend of the family/nurse, Kathy Baker Klebert.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.kasslyfuneral.com.
Memorials may be made to the Mount Grace Convent of the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters or to Hospice of Southern Illinois.
Memorial Visitation was held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Caseyville, IL.
A Memorial Mass was held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Stephen Catholic Church, Caseyville, IL.
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Kathleen Stone
February 19, 2024
My deepest sympathy and prayers for the Quinn Family! A wonderful and beautiful family! Love and prayers to you all
Deborah Weber
February 19, 2024
My deepest sympathies to the whole Quinn family. May he rest in peace. And God's graces comfort his family.
PHIL ODOM
February 18, 2024
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW MARINE AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved one.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran,
I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable
and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
SGT. U. S. MARINE CORPS
AND VIETNAM VET
[email protected]
Carol Grieco
February 17, 2024
Deepest sympathies to the entire Quinn/Borgman family. Jim was a very special person.. I am more than blessed to have known him!
Wishing you all comfort and peace knowing how much he was loved. He has left an incredible legacy!! Love to all of you. Carol Grieco
Byron Waldron
February 17, 2024
I worked for Jim in the late 70's he Joan and the rest of the family were really good to me.
Ron Lanter Jr
February 14, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Theresa "Morgan" Forrest
February 13, 2024
Uncle Jim, you always made me laugh and smile while growing up and watching you and my parents playing cards. Love Theresa "Morgan" Forrest
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