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Robert Quinn Obituary


Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday September 24, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. in St. Benedict's Catholic Church, 2020 Chestnut Hill Rd., Mohnton, Pa. Calling hours are from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. in the church.

The Vigil Service will be held at Saint Columbkill Church, 200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday September 26, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in Saint Columbkill Church. The Reverend Monsignor Dennis T. Hartgen, Dean of the Berks Deanery will preside. The Homilist will be the Reverend Philip F. Rodgers, Pastor Saint Benedict Rectory, Mohnton, Pennsylvania. Calling hours will be in Saint Columbkill Church on Thursday, September 25, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday, September 26, 2014 before Mass from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery, North Catasauqua.

Arrangements entrusted to the O'Donnell Funeral Home, North Catasauqua.

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Published by Reading Eagle on Sep. 24, 2014.

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Ronald A McIntyre

September 17, 2024

Still miss this great man after all these years. R.I.P. Father Quinn

Chris emerich

July 24, 2015

Sadly missed

Sister Lisa Valentini, MSC

October 5, 2014

What a good man! What a good priest! What a blessing he was for all of us who had he privilege of knowing Fr. Bob Quinn. He loved God -- and through his words and deeds made sure that we all knew that God loves us. To you, Fr. Quinn's family -- (and for him, all of us were like family) -- I am sorry for your/our loss. May he rest in peace and may he intercede for us from heaven. Blessings and peace!

Norm Ziegler

October 4, 2014

Fr. Quinn was my spiritual "go to" friend during my time in RCIA. His friendship meant a lot to me. I shall miss him

Pastor John & Kathy Pearson

October 2, 2014

Father Robert Quinn was a colleague and friend in our years in Boyertown. He was an excellent pastor to his congregation and a leader in the community. We shall miss him.
"Therefore, we have been buried with him by baptism into death, so that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the father, we we too might walk in the newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his , we will certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his."--Romans 6:4-5.

joan holshue

September 30, 2014

Sending sympathy to Fr. Quinn's family. I knew Father Quinn when he was stationed at St. Stephens in Port Carbon, he was so nice and he was a wonderful priest . He Baptised my daugher Judy.

Bill and Rose Moyer

September 27, 2014

Well done good and faithful servant. You touched my life and the life of our family in a very profound way.

September 27, 2014

Peace and ALL GOOD memories from what I have read.
I never had the opportunity to know Father, but he will be remembered in my prayers.
Sr. Patricia Wickenheiser

Susan and Stanley Namowicz

September 27, 2014

Father Quinn inspired all by living his Faith and he is deeply missed.

Jerry& Irene(Lebby) Acalin

September 26, 2014

Father Quinn was one of the best "Priest-Friends". His "Hearty Laugh" & "Sincere Compassion" will be in our memory forever. Thank God our paths crossed many times throughout our lives. It certainly was a gigantic blessing to be in his company & in his prayers. We always looked forward to his Christmas greeting. May he receive his "Heavenly Reward". He truly was the Lord's faithful servant.

Ronald McIntyre

September 26, 2014

He was the reason I left my old parish for St. Columbkill. I got to know and deeply appreciate this man of God. When he announced his retirement, my heart sank....but I knew he had done all he could for his flock and that it was time for him to rest. Thank you Father Quinn for all that you did for St. Columbkill parish and for the Boyertown community as a whole.

Joanie Weber

September 25, 2014

To the family and friends of Father Quinn, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time...Always remember he is looking down, smiling and knowing what a wonderful family and friends you are. I was so blessed to have him in my life each Sunday for so many years!
May you Enjoy Heaven Father Quinn!! You so deserve it!

Lynn Burkett

September 25, 2014

So very sad to hear of Father Quinn's death. He was a wonderful man who could relate to young and old alike and so loved. God bless him and accept him to His kingdom.

ginny sherry

September 25, 2014

I smile as I remember your sweet smiling face and hearty laugh, both enhanced by how truly genuine you were. As my daughter said when hearing the news, "Fr. Quinn was the epitome if what a priest should be". And we agree one hundred percent. Rest in peace, Fr. Quinn, and thank you for being a part of our lives. It truly was a blessing to have known you.

David Franke

September 24, 2014

Father Quinn used his talents and blessings to brighten the Word of God, and the Path of Hope, all of which he has so freely shared. In many times over the past 50 years in which God has blessed my ability to know one of HIS true Angels, passionate for his Savior, yet able to spread the Word by example, even when it appeared to be tough. God surely has HIS arms wide open in welcoming for the satisfaction of a servant acting in HIS stead. You were truly a leader, a friend, and a blessing... I will also miss you and cannot imagine what eternity will be like, in the presence of my brothers and sisters like you, all who have been able to walk the walk, and talk the talk in earnest while residing as a temporary earthly being. God Bless You till we meet again.

Mary Ann Sarge

September 24, 2014

Heaven is certainly rejoicing! Fr. Quinn was a dear sweet man and touched the lives and hearts of so many. I have only known him a short time, 5 years, but his impact will last a life time. Just hearing his laughter and to see him smile at me during is homily warmed my heart. He was a true and faithful servant of God and even though his earthly life is complete, his heavenly home was waiting for him. My heart is breaking and I can not stop the tears but I know he is receiving his Heavenly rewards in the sight of the Angels. God Bless you, Fr. Quinn and my you rest in heavenly peace.

September 24, 2014

He cried when he came into the world, now we shall cry in his leaving. Beth and Gerry Setley

Elizabeth Stoud

September 24, 2014

A great man, great family friend and a great man of God.

Fr. Bally Council #1192 Knights of Columbus

Fr. Bally Council #1192 Knights of Columbus

September 23, 2014

Our dearly beloved former Chaplain and a Knight of Columbus who embodied pure Charity, Unity, and Fraternity. The souls to whom you ministered here on Earth were your joy and consolation; may they be a beautiful and everlasting crown for you in Heaven. Rest in Peace, Good and Faithful Servant.

Carol Ciambrone Kruskamp

September 23, 2014

What a wonderful man. My heart is sad to hear the news, but I know the Angels were there to greet him as he entered heaven.
Love you Fr. Quinn

Beverley Dragon

September 23, 2014

There will never be words strong enough to express the gratitude I have to have known Fr. Quinn; he was a giant among men while humble in his demeanor. He nurtured and strengthened my faith in God and no doubt did so for so many others. Fr. Quinn exemplified what a priest/disciple should be and we were so blessed to have him in our lives. My sincere condolences to all of his loved ones.

Suzanne Dooley-Adams McGuire

September 23, 2014

God will take you into his Kingdom with deep blessings

Al Romanot

September 23, 2014

A great man and a better priest with a unique view of life and religion and the ability to bring them together in a very special way. May you rest in peace and enjoy your front row seat in heaven.

Fr Bob mcconaghy

September 23, 2014

He was "one of what we all are; less than a drop on the great blue motion of the sun lit sea. But it seems that some of the drops sparkle. Some of them do sparkle"!! Fr Quinn sparkled.
He was, as Pope Francis would say, a shepherd who came home with the smell of the sheep on him. He was my friend, my hero, and i will miss him beyond the telling.
Fr Bob McConaghy
Manila, Philippines

Mary Quinn

September 23, 2014

Dear Uncle Bob You touched our lives in so many ways marring Joe and I baptising our daughters and marring them baptising our grandchildren, May you rest in peace,your job here on earth is done Love you and will miss you terribly.

Joanne Rowan Carlson

September 23, 2014

Tears are flowing as I write this, having just learned of Father Quinn's death. I was on the Parish Council during my years at Kutztown in the late 60's/early 70's and served as Council President during that time. Father Quinn was one of the most important people in my life and faith journey during those years and following. Ironically, just before leaving for a meeting this past weekend I put a note on my desk to call him this week. And and at the meeting on Friday I was telling some people about him, unknowing that it would be the day of his death. He was such a gift to me and to countless others. My sincere sympathy to his family. May he be at Peace.

September 23, 2014

I thank God for the man and spiritual leader of Robert Quinn. He instructed our family at a critical time, and instilled confidence and peace in how we were to raise our children. As a result, beautiful and well balanced Christian adults. Thank you, Father Quinn. You always remembered us and so many others in your inquiring and thoughtful manner. You were loved and highly respected. - Susan Ondo

The Heisler Family

September 23, 2014

Enjoy your well deserved time in Heaven....but you will surely be missed by all who knew you on Earth.

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Calling hours

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

St. Columbkill Church

200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, PA

Sep

25

Vigil

7:30 p.m.

St. Columbkill Church

200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, PA

Sep

26

Calling hours

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Columbkill Church

200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, PA

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26

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Columbkill Church

200 Indian Spring Road, Boyertown, PA

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O'Donnell Funeral Home, Inc. - North Catasauqua

1064 Fifth Street, North Catasauqua, PA 18032

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