Polly O'Quinn Obituary
Polly was born on May 20, 1935, in Harnett County to the late Jim Coleman and Delia Byrd Coleman. She was the last surviving member of her family of five siblings.
She met and married the love of her life, Enrico William Tonet, Jr., who preceded her in death in 1995. Polly later married Tom O'Quinn, who also preceded her in death.
A dedicated and hard-working woman, Polly was the owner and operator of Polly's Beauty Salon on McArthur Road for many years. She took great pride in her work and found true joy in serving others through her profession.
She is survived by her loving children, Valery McDonald and husband Steve, and Eddie Tonet and wife Diane; grandchildren, Joseph Tonet, Rikki and Christopher Tonet, Danny and April Melvin; great-grandchildren, Abrianna and Madysen Tonet; and Tom's children, Ron and Judy.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, with a funeral service to follow at 12:00 noon. Burial will follow in Lafayette Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, N.C. 28301
Online condolences may be made at www.jerniganwarren.com
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Nicolette S Miller
February 5, 2026
Polly was an active member of St Ann church and made a wonderful Mrs Santa Claus with husband Enrico Toner at the annual breakfast with Santa for the children. She was a beautiful and gracious woman. May she rest in peace.
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Brenda Sandoval Deharo
February 3, 2026
Gone but she will never be forgotten. Filled with sadness and tears memories always stay alive of the joyful times we spent together.
I am grateful to have been a part of your life. You will always live in my heart with deep affection.
Rest in peace Mrs Polly T O´Quinn
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