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John Quinn Obituary
JOHN J. on February 6, 2009. Beloved son of Rose Quinn and the late Robert. Loving brother of Robert (Renee), Terrance, Thomas (Maripat), Rosemary, and the late James. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends and fellow members of Stepping Stones A.A. are invited to his Viewing Tues. Eve 7-9 P.M. at McCAFFERTY-SWEENEY FUNERAL HOME, 6126 Torresdale Ave. An additional Viewing will be held Wed. after 9 A.M. in St. Leo's Church (Keystone & Unruh Sts.) Followed by a 10 A.M. Funeral Mass. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Francis Inn, 2441 Kensington Ave. Phila., PA 19125 would be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Quinn
rosemary
March 11, 2009
Thank You all for your rememberences it means alot to my Family especially my Mom.
Norine and Cholly Huckel
February 21, 2009
Tom, Maripat and all the Quinn Family. We would like to convey our sincerest sympathy on the death of John.Please be assured of our prayers. May the Lord bring you all consolation and peace.
Bob Quinn
February 13, 2009
John was getting better every day.
Godspeed. Brother Bob
Tom Riddle
February 10, 2009
First I would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Quinn family for their loss.
I knew John for many years and watched him in his struggles for sobriety, and in that struggle he taught many people that you only fail if you stop trying.
I'm sure if John could speak he would say; Death is only a temporary separation and in it I say to all my love ones family and friends we will all meet again soon. Until then remember I have loved you all.
Tom Riddle & family
pauline moore
February 9, 2009
John I knew you from grade school,saw you on the streets through the years, there was a time that you did not remember me ,but in the last five years I saw you passing by and you remembered me. I knew that that you were getting your life together and now I know that you have been helping other people . My nephew Timmy Ryan was also a help with AA. I am sure you will be missed as he is too. Pauline from St. Leo's
Mary Ann& Frank Rotella
February 9, 2009
Dear Mrs Quinn,Tom,Maripat and entire Quinn family,
I am keeping you all in my prayers at the sad time. So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Know that he is in a better place.
Marty Walsh
February 9, 2009
God Bless you John,
I was happy to hear that you were doing good when I saw Tom at the St Leo reunion. May you rest in Eternal Peace
Carl Salega
February 9, 2009
I grew up with John and saw him during bad times. Have been out of the city for a long time but to hear that "Mole" was clean for 9 years wow the program does work. I am sure that he helped many people along the way. God Bless
Greg Buchanan
February 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Quinn
February 9, 2009
Finally Home in the big MEETING in the sky.No more suffering no more pain no more hurting. Only peace and joy. I live in the ozark mountains but got sober in philadelphia in 1986 I knew John not only did I know him but also carried his name. My name is John Quinn also! To his family be blessed the angels are singing at Saint Cecilia's....
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John Ryan
February 9, 2009
John was with me in NY on 9/11/2001 and we witnessed first hand the devastation of that day. He was afraid of heights and he wanted to go to the top of the WTC on that day; we had every intention of being on the observation deck that afternoon. John Quinn was unique in his intelligence and compassion, may we all recover our innocence as he surely did. And may we all ascend to heaven as quickly. God bless.
Love, your friend,
John Ryan
Charlie and Maureen Gubler
February 9, 2009
Tom, Maripat and Quinn Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this untimely loss.
betty ferrell
February 9, 2009
john, you will be greatly missed.
thanks for being a friend to bob and i. we enjoyed your friendship.
may you rest in peace.
Dan C
February 9, 2009
John was the perfect example that A.A. works. I watched John suffer from this disease for years, yet A.A. and its members never give up hope and always welcomed him back. With all of the trials and tribulations of life John stayed sober for over nine years. What more could any alcoholic ask for then to live and die sober. God bless you John.
Robert Nemo
February 9, 2009
Jonnny Boy; I gonna miss seeing you around, you reall were an Icon for the Helpless, Homeless, & Hopeless of our area. You actually showed others that no matter what you can stop. You were a walking example of the fellowship. Now you and Bob Ferell can help others with your prayers for us. Peace be with you John. Bobby Nemo, Prosit!!
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