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Peter D. Quinn Sr.

1946 - 2018

BORN

1946

DIED

2018

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Biega Funeral Home - Middletown

3 Silver Street

Middletown, Connecticut

Peter Quinn Obituary



Peter David Quinn, Sr., 72, of Uncasville, died Tuesday February 6, 2018 at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Meriden, the son of the late Howard F. and Frances (O'Connor) Quinn. Prior to his retirement, Pete was a draftsman with Electric Boat and most recently Pratt & Whitney Aircraft. He was an avid NASCAR fan and will always be remembered as a jack of all trades. Pete will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his son, Peter D. Quinn, Jr. of Portland; daughters, Catherine Quinn of East Hartford and Johanna Quinn of Niantic; sisters, Johanna Spencer of Norwich and Rosemary Mysatyukow of Meriden; grandchildren, Tyler Anderson, Thomas Quinn, and Alexis Yarlott; several nieces and nephews; former wife and longtime friend, Mary-Ellen Quinn of Middletown. He was predeceased by a sister, Patricia Quinn. Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown, on Monday (Feb. 12th) from 5 to 7 p.m. Services will be held at 7 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to American Cancer Society or The Epilepsy Foundation of CT. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 9, 2018.

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Beverly and Mike Walsh

February 13, 2018

We were so sad to hear of your loss. We were always so fond of Peter. We send our love, thoughts, and prayers to all.

Donna Valli

February 12, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Trish Durbin

February 11, 2018

To the Quinn family, I am so sorry for your loss! I spent many years in your home and cherish the memories of my childhood there. May he rest in peace

February 10, 2018

our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.your brother and sister-in-law Raymond and Susan Sartre

Deb (Hass) McKinney

February 9, 2018

Mary-Ellen, Annie, Catie and Tyler - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much love always...

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Biega Funeral Home - Middletown

3 Silver Street, Middletown, CT 06457

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3 Silver Street, Middletown, CT 06457

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