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Susan Joyce Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 7, 2024.

Susan E. (McQuinn) Joyce, age 70, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died peacefully, Tuesday, July 2, 2024.

Susan was born in Quincy and raised in Houghs Neck. She was a graduate and prom queen of Quincy High School, Class of 1971.

Susan enjoyed skiing in New Hampshire with her sister, Judy, and friends, traveling to new places, camping, and hiking. With a love for cooking, she was jokingly known for her heavy hand with garlic adding a unique flavor to all of her dishes. Susan's devotion to her plants was evident in her ability to care for them with ease, thanks to her green thumb. Her infectious laughter could be heard echoing throughout the house, bringing joy and happiness to all those around her.

Beloved daughter of Mary A. (Comeau) McQuinn of Quincy and the late Howard R. "Howie" McQuinn.

Loving sister of Robert H. McQuinn, Nancy A. McQuinn Little, both of Quincy, and the late Judy M. Downing and her late husband Edward.

As a devoted aunt, she developed a unique relationship with each of her nieces and nephews. Sara Little, Mike Little, Amy Little, Jake McQuinn, Jenna Cooper, Ben Downing and Alyson Kuehl fondly called her 'Auntie Susie'.

She is also survived by her lifelong friend, Diane Barrier.

A celebration of Susan's life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements were under the direction of the Sweeney Brothers Home for Funerals, 1 Independence Avenue, Quincy. You are invited to visit www.thesweeneybrothers.com or call 617-472-6344.

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Rick Stravinsky

July 14, 2024

Susan was special to me in so many ways.

As a (pre?) adolescent, I had a major crush on her as we did the summer "hanging out" thing on the streets of Houghs Neck. I think she may have been responsible for the onset of puberty in this wee lad. She has always been generous with her sweet smile and open heart.

Later, I joined the legion of junior and high school admirers. She had a lightness and aura that was borderline irresistible. Frankly, I don´t think she fully realized the effect that she had on others.

In my early 20´s, I moved to San Diego in 1977 but I felt like we remained close in the "forever friends" mode. We traded messages and I frequently visited when I came to town. We shared stages of our lives (both victories and struggles). I enjoyed our friendship.

In recent times, her health has not been great due to a serious accident and illnesses. She has hung in there through it all. Her history of perseverance made me think she´d beat the latest challenge.

The finality of her death means our hopes for Susan finding a happy, healthy life in her golden years are ended.

We all wanted more but our grief is tempered by the knowledge of the tranquility that is now Susan´s.