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Penelope Quinn Obituary
75, a lifelong resident of West Warwick, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at home.
Born in Providence, a daughter of the late former Rhode Island Governor Robert E. Quinn and Mary I. (Carter) Quinn.
Penny was an administrative aide at West Warwick High School and served as a Student Council Advisor and girls Tennis Coach for many years until retiring. She was inducted into the West Warwick Athletic Hall of Fame but her most enjoyable time spent was with her grandchildren, Evan and Mya.
She is survived by a daughter, Karen Q. Centracchio and her husband Corey of West Warwick; beloved grandmother of Evan Q. and Mya Q.; a sister, Pauline Q. "Polly" Fallow and many nieces and nephews. She was the sister of the late Norma M. Richards, Robert C. Quinn and Cameron P. Quinn.
Her funeral will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020 at 8:45 am from the PRATA-GALLOGLY Funeral Home, 78 Providence St., West Warwick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am in SS. Peter & Paul Church, Highland St., West Warwick. Interment will follow in the Quinn Family Cemetery. Visiting hours Sunday 3:00-6:00 pm. Memorial contributions to The Autism Project, 1516 Atwood Ave., Johnston, RI 02919 in her memory would be appreciated. Information and condolences, please visit: www.PrataGallogly.com
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Kathy Hunt
September 27, 2021
Karen I learned of my special friends passing today. I am so sorry I was dealing with losing my mom and dad She always told me that when you came home as a baby she called you Rosebud . One day in 1995 While working with mom WWHS I found out I was pregnant with a daughter and mom went out and bought a onesie that had rose buds on it. I will never forget how special Brittany and I were to her. I spoke to her in early January I will forever hold her love.
Ray & Maryann Brown ('Annie')
February 12, 2020
Karen & The Entire Quinn Family: I was shocked & saddened to hear of my dear friend's passing. Penny was a wonderful lady who touched the lives of everyone she came in contact with. She was always there with a smile, a helping hand and words of encouragement whenever needed. May the many wonderful memories comfort you during this difficult time. RIP my friend. You will be missed so much.
February 10, 2020
Dear Karen, Polly & Bruce,
I am so very saddened to learn of Penny's passing. She was my dear friend through high
school and beyond. I have so many happy and special memories of times we spent together and I cherish them. I will always remember her and keep her in my heart.
"And, until we meet again, may He hold you in the hollow of His hand."
Mary McCarthy Doyle
JFD Class of 1962
Kelly C.
February 8, 2020
I'm heartbroken. She was the best! WWHS Class of 1997
Kevin & Karen Buchanan
February 8, 2020
We are sorry to hear of Penny's sudden passing and wish to send our sincere sympathies to her entire family.
Bill Gannon
February 8, 2020
Worked with Penny, way back in the day at The Trudeau Center. Smart as a whip and very funny. Condolences to her loved ones. R.I.P.
Tom and Sue Lynch
February 8, 2020
We were shocked and saddened to read of Penny's passing. She was a beautiful woman inside and out and our prayers will remain with her entire family. May she rest in God's eternal love.
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