Rodney O'Quinn Obituary
Rodney Thomas O’Quinn, 60, of Gulf, passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Bethany Baptist Church with Pastor Patrick Daniel presiding. The family will receive friends at Kelly and Cari’s home.
Rodney was born in Lee County on June 18, 1965 to Jerry and Barbara Jean Kelly O’Quinn. He worked as a forklift operator at Cherokee/General Shale for 40 years. He loved going to the beach, fishing, hunting and four-wheelers. He enjoyed watching sports, especially Carolina.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Paula Stone.
Rodney is survived by his life partner of 40 years, Kim Holshouser, of the home; son, Kelly Thomas O’Quinn (Carie), of Bear Creek; sister, Renee Gibson, of Sanford; brother, Robin O’Quinn (Jennifer), of North Myrtle Beach, SC; his fur baby, Caesar and a host of family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bethany Baptist Church or the charity of one’s choice.
Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com
Joyce-Brady Chapel is honored to serve the O’Quinn Family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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