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Thomas Quinn Obituary
1946-2018
SKOWHEGAN - Tommy Quinn, 72, has gone to meet his friend, Tom Lehan. They have a cribbage game to finish.Thomas Harold Quinn was born on March 13, 1946, to Willis Henri Quinn and Helen Arlene (McClure) Quinn. He died on Nov. 20, with Lynda by his side. Tommy spent his whole life as a hardware man. He started working in Blunt Hardware as a young boy. He bought the business from his dad in 1974 and by 1996 Quinn Hardware Co. Inc. was in the capable hands of his two older daughters.He graduated from Skowhegan High School in 1964 and University of Maine Orono in 1968.He married Lynda Lillian Nutting in 1967. They raised three daughters. Tommy was a prolific cabinetmaker. Many homes in Skowhegan have his kitchens.He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lynda; three daughters, Alicia Faith Boulette (Larry), Vanessa Lee York, and Jessica Lynn Witty (Kyle). His daughters gave him four granddaughters, Janet Lynn Burrill (Jake), Lillian Grace Miner, Emma Lee York, and Alissa Jean Miner. Janet gave him two great-granddaughters, Adeline Faith Burrill, and Quinn Sophia Burrill. Tommy loved his girls. He is also survived by his brother, Jeffrey Quinn (Susan); nephew, Matthew Quinn and niece, Katherine Quinn; brother-in-law, Peter Nutting (Debbie), and their son, Jay, and grandsons, Logan and Russel Savage.He was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Willis Quinn; and sister, Joyce Quinn Savage.Tommy's career was hardware and being a store owner, but his love and true passion was his home, his lawns, and many, many projects. I promise you Tommy, there are no lists to complete in Heaven.There will be a Celebration of Life in the summer of 2019 at their home that Tommy built on the East River Rd.Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.
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John & Lee Phillips
December 3, 2018
John and Tommy were friends for decades~~ and when he first found out that the "girls" were going to take over the hardware business, he was mighty skeptical!! A 50's man for sure. Later, he did concede, they did a "pretty good job". lol High praise! John was a regular customer until his health curtailed his working days.
Tommy brought a daughter (can't remember which?) to the restaurant, many years ago~~it was a Daddy-Daughter date. Perhaps a birthday or maybe going to Lakewood?? I remember thinking then, what a lovely memory. What little girl doesn't love to have her Daddy all to herself?
I never thought I'd say this, but I miss the sawdust trail.
Our condolences to all of Tommy's girls.
December 1, 2018
Lynda, just reading this. So sorry to hear about Tommy. Sending my love to you and your family.
Diane (LeBlanc) Whalen
November 29, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.
Amy Hampton (Vachon)
November 29, 2018
Sending love and hugs to you all.
Arlene Demo
November 29, 2018
Lynda & family, My sincere condolences to you & your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
Linda & Wendell Davis
November 28, 2018
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our thoughts & Prayers to all of his family and friends.
Valerie Michaud
November 27, 2018
WHILE TALKING TO Dad Thanksgiving Day, HE SAID HE HAD SOME BAD NEWS. I WAS SHOCKED to
LEARN OF Tommy PASSING. I FEEL LIKE I LOST A FAMILY MEMBER BECAUSE OF THE FRIENDSHIP SHARED BY He AND DAD. I have always felt that because of your home and it being the one that was supposed to be the Lee Michaud and Louise Michaud family home, that I still wonder what it is like to live there. And of course the fact that Tommy completed it. My condolences.
Nancy Whitemore
November 26, 2018
Lynda and family, so sorry to learn of Tommy's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May your many fond memories bring you comfort at this time.
Brooks & Linda Hurley
November 26, 2018
Dearest Lynda and family. We are so very sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. Wishing you all peace and comfort.
John Youney
November 26, 2018
To all the family: There is no good time for anyone to pass from us. But your pain will lessen as you remember the fondness and love of your relationships, and as long as you do so, his memory will be eternal.
Colleen Jones
November 26, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May your memories of the life you shared bring you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
With sympathy and blessings,
Colleen Jones
Nancy Morrell
November 26, 2018
Lynda and family and friends, so very sorry to read of Tommy's passing. Cherish your wonderful memories. Take care & God Bless.
Ruth Blood
November 25, 2018
With heartfelt condolences~
Donna Wacome
November 25, 2018
Dear Lynda and family, our deepest condolences to you for your loss. Many blessings George & Donna Wacome
Vurle and Denise Jones
November 25, 2018
So sorry for your loss
Jean Philpot
November 25, 2018
To Lynda and family,
Truly sorry to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences you and your family.
Jean Philpot
November 25, 2018
To Lynda and family,
Truly sorry to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences you and your family.
Joyce Hill
November 25, 2018
Lynda and all your Wonderful Girls, Bart and I are very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. Our Best Thoughts are with you all! Take Care!
Rob Washburn
November 25, 2018
My condolences to Lynda and family.
Joyce (Demo)Shaw
November 25, 2018
Lynda: so very sorry for your loss..My sincerest condolences..
Carol Crane
November 24, 2018
Lynda, Vanessa and Family of Tom, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and always. I am so sorry for your loss
Tyra Corson (Miller)
November 24, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Alicia and your family. I am very sorry for your loss. May you rest in peace, Tom. Fly high!!
Roger&Dan Corson-Graf
November 24, 2018
Our hearts go out to all His Girls and we are thinking of you all ...And may time bring you all peace .. He was a great Man and will be sadly missed
Dale and Patricia Tibbetts
November 24, 2018
Linda,Vanessa and girls we are so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you all, he was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him
Rick and Margaret Stewart
November 24, 2018
Lynda and girls we are so sorry for you loss Our thoughts and Prayers our with you. Always remember all the good memories you all shared !
Donald Skillings
November 24, 2018
Lynda and family, Kate and I send out love, thoughts and prays to you all..
Jeannie Conley
November 24, 2018
Lynda and girls.
So sorry about Tommy. Always loved that smile. Hold each other tight. Love you all.
Peter and Debi Nutting
November 24, 2018
Much love from your Wisconsin family. We are so sad and pray for strength with all the wonderful memories he has left us. See you soon.
Angela Demo
November 24, 2018
Lynda and Family, My condolences to you all. May you treasure the memories that you have. I pray that God comfort and strengthen you all in your time of sorrow. May he rest in peace, amen
November 24, 2018
Lynda and Girls,
So sorry to hear of "Tommy's" passing. We couldn't have asked for better neighbors for the past 38 years. We got great enjoyment at looking down the road to see what Tom's newest project was!
Praying for peace. Remember that we are just a stones throw away if you need anything.
Dennis and Jan
Oscar Roy
November 24, 2018
RIP Mr Quinn, it was an honor to have met you when I used to be your delivery driver for True Value.
Doreen Cain
November 24, 2018
Lynda and family, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time.
Doreen and Ed Cain
kathy norton-johnson
November 24, 2018
Lynda and family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Tom. Prayers for you all and God bless.
Pauline Champagne
November 24, 2018
My sincere condolences to all the family.
Shawna Elliott
November 24, 2018
Lynda and Family, I am sorry to hear of Tom's passing. No matter how long or short a time we have with our loved ones, it is always hard to say goodbye. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves memories no one can steal.
Sandy LeBlanc Whalen
November 24, 2018
Lynda and all of Tommy's family, he was a great man and will be missed. We had some fun times growing up in Cornville. So sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories. Bless you all.
Bob Clement
November 24, 2018
Our hearts go out to you Lynda and family. Our good friend will be deeply missed. Safe passage Tom RIP
Bob and Carey
November 24, 2018
Linda and Girls,
Praying that you can find peace. Tommy was the best neighbor we could have ever had. For 37 years we would look down the road to see what his next project was. Tommy was rough on the outside but a Teddy Bear on the inside.
Love to you all.
Dennis & Jan
Jeff Sprague
November 24, 2018
Linda and all,
My day begins on a sad note.May your days ahead be brighter with the greatest of memories of Tom.
Our thought and our prayers, God bless.
Respectfully,
Jeff and Barbara
Pat Carpenter
November 24, 2018
Lynda & Family,
I am so sorry to read about Tom's death, still so young and way too soon. What a loss to your family and to the Skowhegan community! My heart goes out to all of you.
Pat Lapointe Carpenter
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