Ricardo Quinn

Ricardo Quinn

Ricardo Quinn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 28, 2001.
Mr. Sandman

Jones Beach may not be the center of the universe, but it was the heart of Virginia and Ricardo Quinn's all-too-brief life together. They met there on a steamy, summer-in-the-city day in 1988 when he put his blanket on the sand near hers. Both were recently divorced and watching their little boys, who took to each other as quickly as did their parents. "Ric was playing with his son and I noticed him," Mrs. Quinn said. "I was checking him out."

They married just over a year later and kept coming back to Jones Beach. Their favorite spot was Field Six, where Mr. Quinn, 40, made life-size sand sculptures that drew crowds. "He used to make nudes," Mrs. Quinn said, "but they were very, very tasteful."

After serving in the Coast Guard as a young man, he held a few different jobs before finding his real calling as a paramedic with the Fire Department's Battalion 57 in Brooklyn. His partner, Joe Sanders, said he had a gentle way with people.

Paramedic Quinn was promoted to lieutenant after Sept. 11.

In late January, Mrs. Quinn left their home in Bayside, Queens, and boarded a Coast Guard cutter that took her three miles off Jones Beach. There, following Lieutenant Quinn's wishes, she spread his ashes on the waters he loved. Then the cutter returned to port. "It was a long, quiet ride back," Paramedic Sanders said.

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January 19, 2020

S.J. Friscia III posted to the memorial.

July 24, 2019

Candi posted to the memorial.

September 11, 2014

Carol posted to the memorial.

S.J. Friscia III

January 19, 2020

In Memory
With Honor & Respect.

Candi

July 24, 2019

Your example still inspires.

Carol

September 11, 2014

It's been six years since I wrote a tribute. I didn't know you, Ricardo, but got to "know you" after seeing your memorial bench at Jones Beach. Field 6 is a fav of mine as it was yours and your lovely wife. I sat on your bench and gave gratitude several times this summer. I never go to the beach without remembering you. Words cannot express my gratitude and respect for your heroism. I thank you will all my heart for your actions and sacrifice that terrible day. Rest in Peace, Ricardo, and wishing Peace and Blessings to your family always. God Bless You All xoxo

September 12, 2012

Honey, I went to the beach yesterday and felt extremely sad. Sometimes time doesn't heal all wounds. I miss you, I miss Nicky and I miss my best friend Lisa. September is a very hard month for me. I did sit on your bench and me a very nice man named Warren. He told me he lost his father on that tragic day. We shared out stories and wished each other well.

You would be so proud of your sons; Adam and Kevin. I can't tell you the joy that our grandson, Adam Joseph ((AJ) has brought to my life. I love that little boy! You would love Teresa Ric, she is the sweetest person. She loves Adam so much, a great mother and not only a daughter-in-law but a great friend to me. Thanks for blessing me with your family. I will miss you forever.

Gloria jackson

September 12, 2012

So, the day went by and we are all okay.....See you again someday!!!!!

Gloria Jackson

September 11, 2012

Hey, 11 years has gone by and I feel like it just happened...I visited your bench yesterday....It changed...It now faces the ocean.....When I got there, there was a man sitting on the bench..I asked him to please get up so I can sit , cry, yell at you, and cry again....You left this world way too early...You missed your son grow up to be a handsome young man, that looks just like his father, you missed your son grow up to be a confident , proud individual, and you are missing the joy of being a grandfather... Channel 5 is reciting the 2, 9 hundred some odd people that died a senseless death...Please take care of my parents, and Augie, and Shayna, and now Lucy.....You never met Lucy, oh , she was a sweetheart.....Someday, we'll all be together again, with no malice, with no jelousy, no worries....Take care Ric...
Love, Gloria

gloria jackson

December 30, 2011

Hey Rick, just a quick note to wish you a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year....You were always good with Augie. My sweetheart passed away on Christmas Morning....Please, watch over her until I get up there..... You are missed dearly, I'm sure you can see your grandson, how handsome he is...But, that blonde hair......Doesn't look like you at all.....He's beautiful...Now, Kevin, a different story,,,You'd be so proud....Growing up to be a handsome young man,And he looks just like you....God bless....

Bueno Family

September 12, 2011

We never knew you, but we helped raise a TSA puppy that bears your name. He is now a very successful bomb sniffing dog, working at one of our nation's airports. Your sacrifice reminds us of the words of Christ in the book of John, "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends."
Thank you and God bless your family.

FF/EMT Tera smith

September 12, 2011

Today I honored you paramedic Quinn along with our fellow brothers during a stair climb.... Never forgotten

Donna LoCastro Gouin

September 6, 2011

I knew you as a child in the projects, and I'll remember you forever as an adult for your service and for giving your life on 9/11.

lois wiesler

September 6, 2011

Rick, you were a child the last time I saw you. It was a pleasure to be your neighbor.

I thank you for your service and am devastated that it cost you your life.

Lois Wiesler

September 5, 2011

September 5, 2011

September 4, 2011

Hey Rick, could you believe it, 10 years already....How I wish you were at Adam's graduation...So handsome, you would have been proud...I'm sure you are....Be with you on Sunday, May god bless.

Gloria Jackson

January 1, 2011

Merry Christmas Ric, thinking about you, thought i'd drop you a line...Hard to believe it's almost 10 years since you've been gone..Man, pretty soon, I'll see you up there...I hope you've seen augie up there...Remember when you performed CPR on him in the middle of Ave. O....You should have know then you would be an EMT. Thinking about moving to florida where it's warm all the time...Getting sick of the cold weather....Really would like to move to Hawaii...I actually have 2 friends there...WOW.....Not that....Forget it....if I'm not not going to say something nice, then don't say anything at all.....We are both Aries...Wow, how we are both so much alike....Stay warm up there...and keep our spots fresh for us...I'm sure you've seen my dad by now......Don't go on any ladders with him.
Love, Gloria

Gloria Jackson

September 12, 2010

Hi, Yep, another year, I'l never be good at comforting Adam when it comes to you cause I cry too much...I just can't help it.... They're making a really nice memorial about all you guys..... i hope you're looking down and smiling...That was always easy for you to do.....You should see kevin...Looks exactly like you....I know if you were here, you'd be rubbing it in, of course. And your grandson, so cute, and that blonde hair again...Take care and please save good spots for us up there....I'm sure you've seen Augie by now..:) Remember him?

Lisa Perazzo-Walz

September 11, 2010

Quinn,
I have so much to thank you for I never got the chance. You had to change you Tour 1 in May of 2001. I got stuck with "The new guy" and you busted my chops for it. Life takes strange turns.
I married "the new guy" in 2002... We both love you and will never forget your bravery, service, dedication and smile.

Lisa

9-11 M.I.A. bracelet

Bruce Caldwell

September 11, 2010

I am a paramedic working in Nashville Tn. I never met Lt. Quinn but he has been on the unit with me everyday and I will never let people forget his bravery.

Ginny Quinn

September 11, 2010

Ric,

I miss you and I love you to this day, You are a grandfather now, AJ is wonderful. You would be so proud of Adam and Kevin, as they doing well, Adam is a wonderful father and Kevin is in College! Love Ginny

Eleanor Quirk

September 10, 2010

I knew Ricardo only as a little boy.

My family lived next door to the Quinns in 530. I babysat for Bernardo, Ricardo,and Gregory. I didn't want to believe it when I saw the portrait of grief in The Times, but I knew it had to be Ricardo, because of the mention of nude sculptures. I remembered that his mother Anna was an artist, and had their apartment decorated with nudes; and the picture in the paper looked so much like his mom.

The sweet, shy little boy I knew grew up to be a hero. Bendiciones to the Quinn family, from their old neighbors, the Quirks.

Adam Quinn

September 10, 2010

Hey dad just wanted to let you know that I think about you all the time. I am a father now, my son's name is Adam Joseph Quinn Jr. I wish you were here to see him. We all miss you very much and I hope that we can see eachother some day... Life has been very hard since 9/11 but I am still trying to make my way as a good husband and father. I never realized how lucky i was to have you as a father until it was too late. I love you and miss you with all my heart. Love your son....

Gloria Jackson

September 7, 2009

Dear Rick, it's Sept. 2009, you'd be so proud of your son if you were here....So handsome, so sure of himself, doesn't let anyone push him around....'Has a beautiful little boy, yes, you are a grandfather....And he is such a good father.....i hope you saw Nick up in heaven, even though i know you never believed, but i know, there is a heaven, and you are there with a ring side spot....Please, take care of Nick until Ginny gets up there some day.....Love, gloria.

A friend and co-worker.

February 24, 2009

Ricky was such a good person. I still think of him with a smile and a warm spot in my heart for him. Somewhere up in Heaven you know he is making people laugh and smile. God bless his family. I am so sorry that he is no longer here.

Carol Messina

September 9, 2008

I often see Ricardo's memorial bench at Jones Beach Field 6. I did not know Ricardo, but I think of him and his family every time I go to the beach. I have read about Ricardo's love of Jones Beach and how he and his wife met there at Field 6. Tonight, with another anniversary just about here, I sat on the bench and thought about Ricardo and all of the other FDNY heros of September 11th. I think the bench is a wonderful memorial -- it will always be a reminder of all that was given by Ricardo and all of the other wonderful and brave individuals who gave their lives to help others. God bless Ricardo and his family and all of the other September 11th heros. And thank you for the bench and the flag and keeping the memory alive.

Kristine

March 5, 2007

As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.

P Tabbernor

February 6, 2007

In memory....

NANCY SANTAMARINA

January 4, 2007

DEAR RICARDO

THOUGH I HAD NEVER MET YOU I LEARNED ALOT ABOUT YOU FROM MY BROTHER-IN WHO CALLED U HIS TRAVEL AGENT.. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU. YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..A LIGHT SHINES IN OUR HEARTS FOR YOU ALWAYS.

Heinrich Funkenberg

September 13, 2006

Dear Mrs. Quinn,



I'm a paramedic from Germany,works by German Red Cross in the town Kassel.It's unbelievible that 5 years ago since that horrible day.

I saw a docometation in geman TV, and ist seems to me like yesterday.

Appologize my english it's not so good - long time ago that i learn it in school.

Jewel Bentley

September 11, 2006

Jewel Bentley

Im sorry for all the family that lost somebody in the 9/11

laura wiegman (fallarino)

August 1, 2006

Dear Ginny:

I am so sorry for your family's loss. I did not know until yesterday that your husband was killed on 9/11. I had been thinking of you lately and I felt bad that we lost touch when I moved to Florida in 1993. It was a tough time for me but nothing like you have been through. I have read about Ricardo's braveness and I am sure that you and the boys are very proud of him.

Take care,

Laura

Harold Spriggs

November 2, 2004

Hi, I didn't know Paramedic Quinn. But I'm a Paramedic with the Chicao Fire Department. So I know what it means to be a paramedic. I also know what it takes. It took a lot for what your husband did that day to run in and save someone else. I have heard so many good things about Ric, he sounds like a guy that I wish I could have worked under. I feel very sorry for your loss.

Denise Cappelli

September 13, 2004

To the family of Ricardo Quinn:



I used to babysit for "Cardo" and Bernie and little "Geggie" when they lived at 530 Olmstead Avenue in the Bronx. They were such sweethearts. I remember the day I dressed them up and took them to Manhattan to where Anna worked so they could meet her boss and coworkers. I loved those little boys, and I loved Anna. She was so good to me. She let me have my Sweet 16 Birthday at her apartment. Life was tough for her, and I remember how much she loved and sacrificed for her sons. I moved away in 1970 and have had no contact with any of the Quinns since them. So often, I have thought about Cardo and Anna and Gregroy and Bernie and wondered what happened to them. I watched the 911 memorial on tv two days ago and saw the name and picture of Cardo. I hoped that it wasn't the same beautiful smart little boy I knew and loved. Today I checked out this website and found out the sad truth. My sweet little Cardo is gone. He grew up to be a wonderful man, no surprise to me, and died a hero's death. I wish I had know him as an adult. He must have been a terrific dad and husband and fireman. I would like to get in touch with Anna or anyone else in the family. Please email me at [email protected].

stuart cohen

September 12, 2003

As i sit here thinking of what to say he was a good man with a good heart,funny and made the overnights in Queens go a little faster, he has always been there in our hearts and will be missed.



paramedic JHMC

Diane McCormick

September 26, 2002

Hi I come from Long Island New York and know Jones Beach. Don't get to visit it to often because I am working and I burn easily. I am writing to you because I went on to the internet and checked out Macys website to check out the perfume department. I wanted to purchase a bottle of perfume called Angel by Thierry Mugler when I happened to stumble across an ad that had copper bracelets with the people who died at the World Trade Center. You couldn't choose a specific name or sex of the person. I ordered the bracelet and couldn't wait for it to come in the mail so I could see who I had. It turned out to be Ricardo Quinn. A few days before the bracelet came I came across this website and kept it on my favorites list so I could see if I could get a picture or some kind of information on the person. Well, what a nice looking young man. I will never forget that day as long as I live. Ricardo, was a hero and he will be missed by all. I never met him but as long as I have his bracelet, he will always be a part of my life. I will it with dignity and grace and his picture will be placed in a frame and kept in my room. To Ricardo's Mom & Dad, your son will never be forgot as long as I have the bracelet. Sincerly Yours, Diane McCormick Long Island New York

Consuelo Rodriguez

September 10, 2002

Ricardo I can still remember joking with Tio Herman and little David.Tio Herman club sandwiches,they sure were the Best.I can still remember how to make the handkerchief mouse and paper airplanes (which by the way my 3 son's learned how to do) Thank You Ricky for the memories... Just wanted you to know you guys have been always in my Heart and Prayers.Love Connie

Marissa Levinson

September 10, 2002

I never met Mr. Quinn, but I have had the pleasure to know his son, Nick. Who I admire for his courage and his wisdom throughout this terrible time in his family's life. Nick's mother is an exceptionally strong woman who has made the best of a bad siutation and has continued to see the light during this dark time.

May God Bless your family, to grow, to continue loving, and to remember that Mr. Quinn is a hero in our eyes.





I pray for your family, today and everyday.



Marissa Levinson.

Jay Jardine

September 10, 2002

To Ricardo & His Family,



On the day before the anniversary of losing a old friend, I just wanted to add a little more depth to all the wonderful things that are being written about Ricardo. Many knew him from his job but I will always remember him as a childhood friend from the Castle Hill Projects. Even then, you knew that Ricardo was a true friend and had a big hart. He was very popular and we all enjoyed playing sports and practical jokes (yes, even then). We all suffered with his family when his brother David was taken at such an early and innocent age. It took courage to make such a rich life for yourself after such a terrible event. Your foundation was your past and family and you did such a great deed and gave the ultimate sacrifice..If some fortune teller had foretold your future about 9/11 then, I do not think you would have changed a thing. I do not think you would have wanted someone else to take your place on that terrible day. You can never replace a childhood friend but I think I understand some of what made you special. I lost touch with you through most of our adult life but when we did meet it was as if we were still hanging out at the projects. I have a picture of us taken about May or June. I had not seen you for well over five years at the time. I had never met your wife or sons. But when we sat and drank a few beers it was as if we had been hanging out every day togehter. This picture seemed very ordinary at the time but now is special to me. Who could know you would be gone a few months later? Good Bye for now. Peace and love to you and all your family and friends...



With Love

Jay

Lee-Ann Hartley

September 6, 2002

I'll always love you Ricardo!

carl rivera

August 29, 2002

To the Quinn family. May God give you peace and confort through this very difficult time. We also extend our condolances too you. God Bless

Angie Campbell

May 10, 2002

**********GOD BLESS YOU**********

May 8, 2002

Ricardo



Hey Buddy, are you rearranging the furniture in heaven? Or cranking up the tunes? I bet you have the Heinies flowing off a fresh tap. I saw your brother on 3rd watch, where'd he get the Uniform?



Their isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you, of some sort of Ricardoism. I get this bitterweet smile, laughing at the thought of some your antics and then missing you at the same time.



I'm sure you'd be proud to know that your families wellbeing is being looked after, probably the way you would have loudly demanded.



I dropped by that Gallery in NYC, that is quite a tribute to you and Carlos, I'm sure you got a big kick out of that.



We are proud of you Ric, but miss you so much, keep sending us your love from your special place in heaven.



An old partner

stephen,anthony

April 3, 2002

Dear rick

we only got to know u last year beacause Kevin was in our class.you are truly a hero not just to us but to everybody that knew u and what a great guy u where...we truly miss u!!!!!!!!we do not want to say bye cause we know we will see u later!!!

Marieke Feenstra

March 31, 2002

Dear Friends and Family of Ricardo,



I have known Ricardo in the time he worked at 38th street between 1st and 2nd avenue. I lived in that building for 4 years and remember him very well. He was a very good friend to me and my roommate. One day I went to the beach with Ricardo and his (than)little son. He was always very talkative and entertaining, never a dull moment with Ricardo. I always wished for him he would find a nice girl, since he was just the sweetest guy. And I am very glad to hear he did find that special person. No words can describe the loss of this wonderful person. Know that across the ocean people are thinking of him! I send you my sincere sympathy and wish you a lot of strength for the times to come.



Marieke (America without the "A", I always told him) Feenstra

Amsterdam

Holland

Anonymous

March 27, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..RICARDO QUINN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN...LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS...STAY CLOSE..PRAY AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND ALL ITS HEROS...MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

Vicky Cordero

March 11, 2002

Rick,

I only got to know u last summer through our sons who became good friends, u r a good man, Stephen loved going to your house for sleepovers, with Kevin and playing games with u and Ginny.He also loved going to the Beach with u guys.. I think u are a great man as wellas a great dad... Stephen really gre to like u alot, and we both miss u.....



ALways Vicky and Stephen

Josephine &Bill Halpine

March 11, 2002

I enjoyed babysitting my nephew Ricardo and his two brothers Bernie and Gregory Quinn. I always took them outside to play ball. He was the life of the party at the family Weddings.

Ken Davis

February 16, 2002

Ric, I remember when you first came to Woodhull. We all knew how great you were going to be. I truly don't believe that I ever heard anything but kind words about you. I was truly proud of you when you finally became a Paramedic along with Chris, and I am deeply saddened that you are gone. You were and always will be my friend. Until we see each other again..........

Ken Davis

FDNY-Paramedic

Sta 52

Johan Zamoscianyk

February 14, 2002

Ricky,

We never worked together.But my friends have told me.That you are a great person as well as a terrific MEDIC.You will always be remembered in my prayers and heart.

Sleep Well andin peace

Ginny Quinn

February 14, 2002

To my love,



Happy Valentine's Day! Honey,

you will be in my heart and soul forever. Today is our little boy's birthday, our love child. I see so much of you in him. He's a sweet, loving and affectionate boy. I hope he grows up to be just like his dad. We all miss you so very much. Keep us safe.



Love Your Wife,



Ginny

Christine Garcia (Saliba)

February 14, 2002

Ric, you were my best friend. Ten years was definitely not enough time. As I sit here with tears in my eyes, trying to figure out just what to say, my mind keeps going blank. Not because I can't think of anything to write, but quite the opposite. There is so much I want to say, and yet I don't know how to put it into words. So many wonderful times we've shared, in and out of the ambulance. So many laughs, debates, and practical jokes. So may talks about our lives, our plans for the future. So much pain and emptiness inside me because I miss you terribly. Ric, you were and always will be, my hero.

You are soaring with the angels now my friend, and I know in my heart you and Carlos will be watching over us. It is a true honor and a pleasure to have been you friend, and someday we will see each other again. You will always be in my heart.

God Bless you my Brother. Sleep well, for this is only the beginning of your journey.

FDNY EMS

Paramedic

Christine Saliba #3385

Batt.#57 Brooklyn

phil soto

February 13, 2002

Rick i remember when you use to back me up when i was 37v prior to the merge. We had a great time on those jobs. I use to break your chops and you mine.Those were fun days bro.I will never forget you,it was an honor to be in the back of the bus with you.

Tom Ohlert

February 13, 2002

To The Quinn Family:

Please know that I and all my fellow Jones Beach lifeguards stand in awe of the bravery and sacrifice exhibited by Rick and his fellow rescue workers on Sept. 11th. The commitment of Rick's ashes to the sea off of our beach means that the ocean that we will keep watch over in future summers is now truly a place of honor.

Marc Weinstein

February 12, 2002

To Carlos you will be missed and never forgot by your EMS family. I wish I could have found you when I heard but I failed. Please forgive me and watch over all of us.

Lt.Marc Weinstein EMS BN47

Ted Mankowski

February 12, 2002

To The Quinn Family;

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. While I never had the privilege of meeting Ricardo, I personally have had the honor of working beside dedicated professionals such as him for over twenty-five years. The loss of Ricardo has made the world a lesser place, but I am sure heaven is now a better place.

I know that no words, deeds or memorials can ever hope to replace what you have lost, nor can anyone of us fully understand the depth of your pain. The only solace we can offer is to assure you that Ricardo will always be remembered in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

God Bless You,

Ira Selengut

February 7, 2002

Ricky,

You were one in a million! It's been a pleasure and honor to work with you all these years. You were killed doing what you loved to do, and things like this are never forgotten (even in the FDNY). RIP

Ira 35A3 BATT 35

James Darnowski

January 21, 2002

I had the privilege and honor of working with Rick in Brooklyn's EMS station 37/batt 35. He is a good man. You always knew if he was around because you would hear everyone laughing and you would hear his voice above the rest. Rest in Peace brother.

Steven Chasan

January 21, 2002

Rick and i were friends from work and we used to torture Yankee fans because we were proud Mets fans.he was a good friend an excellent medic and he will never be forgotten.

Steve Chasan FDNY EMT 28a3 Batt 35

Lieutenant Jack Anhalt (FDNY EMS Battalion 35)

January 20, 2002

I has the extreme pleasure of being Ricardo's supervisor while he was assigned to my Battalion 35. We worked the midnight tour in one of the worst neighborhoods in Brooklyn N,Y. He was assigned as a paramedic within the FDNY EMS command. Rick was one of the best medics I have seen in almost 20 years on the job. I would trust my life in his hands and he was a true life saver. He was a funny guy who always made me laugh. By most he was considered a supervisors nightmare but to me Rick was one medic you can count on when the shit was hitting the fan. He was a good guy and good friend and a great medic. I will never forget you Rick. Peace brother you will never be forgotten.





Your Lieutenant

& Friend



Jack Anhalt

Raul Torres

January 20, 2002

I did know this man, Ricardo and i worked for Flack & kurtz many years ago he was only 18 years old then and i 28, i always remember him as a joyful young man full of life and very spirited. He and i always played this game of naming that tune ,mostly to rock music he got very good at it.I lost track of Ricardo but always remembered him because of the good times we had together. I always wondered if he ever married and had kids i know he was on his way to getting married even then.i recall him bringing his girlfriend over with her little poodle dog.One thing i do know is that he was full of love for her; I hope things worked out for both. May god be with your Ricardo and thank you for your memories and your bravery.



Your old friend

Raul Torres

Dan D'Allara

January 3, 2002

I hope the world never forgets the sacrafice that you made that day.

The term American Hero should be remembered when people think of you.

Behind the word hero there is also a family that greives. We all greive as well.Our prayers will be with both.

Teresa Jahn

December 15, 2001

We are deeply sorry for your loss of Ricardo. We thank him for dedicating his life as a fire fighter. Such a profession comes with a wonderful sharing and caring heart. We thank him for sharing his heart with so many. Our hearts cry with you in your loss of Ricardo.

America Cries

We see your sorrow-

and our hearts cry....

We can not erase your pain

but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-

-the American people-

are beside you.

We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,

the strength that gives you courage,

and the words to lighten your spirits.

And when we are left speechless

may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts

to ease your sorrow.

May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-

-the American people-

face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn

Dixon, IL

Paul T. Devine

December 12, 2001

I never met you Ricardo, but I am sure you are a great man. God bless you and keep you in His love.You will never be forgotten. My grandfather was a Boston fireman.

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