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Richard Quill Obituary
Richard J. "Dick" Quill
Feb. 5, 1932 - Feb. 26, 2024
AURELIUS - Richard J. "Dick" Quill, 92, of Aurelius, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones, on February 26, 2024. Born in Auburn on February 5, 1932, Richard was the son of the late James D. and Lillian (Whiffen) Quill. He grew up on the Quill Dairy Farm on South Street in Auburn and was the second youngest of 15 children.
He married Margaret "Peggy" Berry in 1951 and together they had seven children. He worked for and retired from NYS Department of Transportation. He enjoyed working outdoors and gardening, often growing enough vegetables to give to his family and neighbors.
Richard is survived by his two daughters: Kim Sincerbeaux of Cayuga and Margaret (Chris) Owren of Union Springs; his three sons: Kevin Quill of CA, Dennis Quill of GA and Shaun (Paula) Quill of VA; five grandchildren: Jeffrey (Joanna) Sincerbeaux, Daniel Sincerbeaux, Jerry Quill, Megan (Chris) Davison and Amy (Jeffrey) Ostrander; five great-grandchildren: Alexis, Jordan, Brandon, Delaney and Ayla; and one great-great grandson, TJ; and his dog, Bella.
A special heartfelt thank you to his caregivers Jeff and Joanna Sincerbeaux who carried him through to the end, we are forever grateful.
In addition to his parents and 14 siblings, Richard was predeceased by his beloved wife of 71 years Margaret Quill in 2023; two infant sons: Mark and Richard and his son-in-law, David Sincerbeaux.
Friends are invited to join the family for a Mass of Christian Burial to be offered on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. in St. Mary's Church. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Auburn. Visitation will be held prior to mass from 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. in church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church or the Alzheimer's Association.
To offer condolences to the family, please visit whitechapelfh.com.
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for Richard Quill
Sue Cioffa
March 1, 2024
Always brought a "Chatty" atmosphere to the Barber Shop. Thank you for sharing your love ones with me. So sorry for your loss. Sue "The Barber" Cioffa
Barbara Irish Smith
February 29, 2024
My dear Margaret and family,
Sending my love and prayers at this sad time with loss of your dear Dad.
Lisa M Sharp
February 29, 2024
Condolences to the family.
Kelly L. Smith-Simkin
February 29, 2024
Miss you already..thanks for being such an amazing dad to all of us extra's..can't wait to see your heavenly gardens hugs to mom..xo Crazy Kelly
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Kathy Steinbacher Linker
February 29, 2024
So sorry for your loss. As a former neighbor we had our ups and downs but your Dad was a good man.
Love this pic of Kelly and your Dad.
Barbara Irish Smith
February 29, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Linda Quill
February 29, 2024
Will miss you Dickie. RIP
Georgia Fritz Quill
February 29, 2024
Met you and Joe in 1973! I married your cousin and it´s lasted 70 yrs! You welcomed me into the Quill family with a Hug and open arms! I will always remember u and Thank you! !Say Hi! To the rest of the family in heaven!
Kelly
February 29, 2024
The Man, The Legend ..Miss you already "Dad" Quill..can't wait to enjoy your amazing heavenly tomatoes once again..hello to Mama Peg..I will keep being Crazy Kelly till we meet again..xo
Larry Quill
February 29, 2024
Lots of fun memories of uncle Dickie and the family on Parker Street and on vacations.
Heaven just got a little livelier.
Condolences to all the family.
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