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QUINN , JOHN A. (Age 37)

Of Ocean View, DE, died on Friday, April 30, 2004. Survived by wife, Anita Christine Quinn; mother and father, Jackie and Chuck Degen; brother, Steve; sisters, Kathe Gregg, Alice Degen and Gabriela Thrombley. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bethany Beach, DE on Tuesday, May 4, at 10 a.m. Friends were received Monday evening at the Bethany Chapel of MELSON FUNERAL SERVICES, West Ave., in Ocean View, DE. In lieu of flowers, contributions to American Diabetes Assn., 110 S. French St., Wilmington, De. 19805.

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Published by The Washington Post on May 4, 2004.

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Kathe Gregg

April 29, 2025

It´s been 21 years now, but still seems like it was yesterday....You are greatly missed and are always in my thoughts & prayers. I pray you will continue to watch over all of us...
You would now be a great Uncle Johnny to our now 8 Grandbabies !!
Miss & Love you !!!

Kathe Gregg

April 29, 2024

Can´t believe it has been 20 years that you´ve been gone. I miss you just as much now as I have since the day you left us. Keep watching over us, you would get such a kick out of your great nieces & great nephews, 8 of them so far from my kids. Love & Miss you JQ....until we meet again...

Kitch

July 31, 2015

11 years hard to believe. love and miss you brother.

July 31, 2015

thought I saw you today. miss you brother.

April 30, 2013

I can still hear your voice, your smell and your touch. I miss you "more today than yesterday" I will always, always love you.....You were my everything and everyday I am grateful for the gift of McNevin Rose to which I know you left this earthly life for and together with our Lord gave me her to keep and hold safe through your heart to mine.

Ann Bakwe

July 8, 2012

Woke up thinking about Johnny Quinn today. no idea why but still so sad you left us. You had such a wonderful smile and loved Christie so much. Please continue to watch over her. wish I could go back for a day and see you together on the deck across the street. Or at Kens 40th. Take care Johnny. hope we all see you again one day.

Kathe Gregg

June 9, 2011

Thinking of you today as I do every day. Was "chatting" w/ someone from our childhood & told them about you & I couldn't help but think of going to the pool everday when we were younger. Missing you each day !!

Kim Bowden

June 9, 2011

Think of you all the time, Johnny. Funny how you seem to pop into our minds when we ride by that awful location on Ocean Highway but you do .... love you!

Kitch

June 6, 2011

Telling war stories today and thought of you. Miss you brother

Kathe Gregg

March 22, 2010

You are in our thoughts, prayers & hearts everyday. So hard to believe it's been almost 6 years since you left us but, we know you're looking over us each and every day. We love you & miss you. You would be so proud of your girl's!!
Love you,
Kathe

Kitch

March 21, 2010

Still missing like crazy.

Nikki

May 9, 2009

I think of you often. I miss you and wish you were still here!!!

Christie

May 7, 2009

5 Years hard to believe, i was just able to get on this site and sign. I still feel like it was just yesterday, especially most recently - i still love you with all my heart, mind and soul. I wish i could hear your voice my love!

Kathe Gregg

April 30, 2009

Hey Johnny... I can't believe it's been 5 years since you left us. You are missed each and everyday still! We know you are watching over each of us daily. You keep watching over us, especially Christie and McNevin and Mom too! Every time I sit down to type in this guest book I have so many thoughts and feelings that I just can't seem to put them into words as I'm typing them. Thanks for bing a great influence in all of our lives. We love you!!!!

Kim Bowden

March 7, 2008

Hey Johnny . . . still miss you very much!!!! It's comforting to know you're still around and watching over Christie and McNevin . . . we know this because of some things that happen in the house when she needs to know you're there. Nice! Thank you! Much love!

Kim Bowden

February 8, 2008

Hey Johnny . . . we saw your twin the other day and now we can't get you out our mind. I wanted to run up and give him a hug . . . but he'd think "who the heck is this" and then he'd say "That Johnny must have been a special man".

Love and miss you very much!
Kim

Nikki Gehman

January 9, 2008

Happy New Year Johnny!
I miss you!

Kathe Gregg

December 15, 2007

Johnny,
I was setting out Christmas ornaments and remembering the Christmases of our youth, we had some great memories of Christmas and New Years Eves spent in PA. I'm sure you remember them also !!
Missing you still !
Love,
Kathe

Kim Bowden

December 13, 2007

Hey Johnny,

I was cleaning over the weekend and found a picture of you. Miss you very much . . .
Kim

Nikki and Rich Gehman

May 1, 2007

Missing You Everyday!

Kristin Oster

May 1, 2007

I can't believe you have been gone for 3 years! Keep watching over Christie and the girls. We love and miss you! - Dan and Kristin Oster

Kathe Gregg

April 30, 2007

Johnny,
Wow! Gosh, it's so hard to believe 3 years have passed and you've gone to Heaven to watch over all of us! I miss you everyday and what I wouldn't give to have you here to talk with. The kids are growing up & becoming wonderful people, I know you would be so proud of them! I know you are watching over us all. If you see Steve's Mom up there tell her hello. Continue to keep your "angel eyes" upon us!
I Love you & miss you.
All my Love,
Kathe

Kim Bowden

April 30, 2007

Hello Johnny Angel . . . we miss you very much!

Kim

Nikki Gehman

March 27, 2007

Thinking of you today! I really miss you and all the good times we shared. I am thankful everyday that I had you in my life. Even if it was just a short time. My memories of you will last me a lifetime!

McNevin and Mommy 2006

Christie

March 15, 2007

My sweet I have sent a picture of McNevin she is growing so much and is the love of my life I know her "Johnny Angel" is watching over her constantly - I love you. Recently a great man has entered your heaven - Millard Crouch - get intouch with him up there you will enjoy his company - boy of boy I hope you do read these or just listen to us writing them becuase there are still so many that miss you every day my love

Kathe Gregg

March 14, 2007

Johnny,

I was thinking of you today, like everyday that goes by. We still miss you each day.
Love,
Kathe

Kristin Oster

September 6, 2006

Still think of you often. Keep looking over Christie and McNevin they are something special! Miss ya!-- the Osters

Nikki

August 28, 2006

Johnny

I am thinking of you today!! I miss you so much!

donnie hutson

August 27, 2006

well john its football season once again. hopefully our steelers will pull another one off. love you man and miss you every day.

charlene bryan

May 4, 2006

Johnny,

Well it's been two years since you left us and it is still so hard. I think about you every day. Christie is doing wonderful. I wish you could see McNevin. She is so beautiful. You would be so proud of Christie. She is the mother that you always wanted her to be. Tim, Maelyn, Jack and I miss you so much. I know you are happy now that you get to play frisbee with your nikkoloo. We love you.

Your sister in law, Charlene

Kathe Gregg

May 3, 2006

Johnny, it's hard to believe it's been two years... we miss you every day. I have so much to say, yet whenever I sit down to write, I can never find the words. Breanna will be graduating,Salutorian, in 2 1/2 weeks, and off to college in August and we were going thru some old photos of Uncle Johnny & the kids, I hope you will watch over her @ college, and continue to watch over Christie & McNevin, and the rest of us too !! Not a day goes by I don't think of you & miss you.

Love,

Kathe

Christie

May 1, 2006

Two Years - Still not possible, missing you every day my love

Christie Quinn

May 1, 2006

Two Years gone now - it still doesn't seem possible - I love you and miss you

Angie Speros-Scarfone

March 9, 2006

Christie, Johhny was such an incredibly loving husband and a happy person. He never said a bad thing about anyone... I can hear him saying CCCCCarmine and Carmine got such a kick out of it. He is always in our thoughts and prayers. God has blessed you with McNevin and beautiful memories of Johnny saying "that's my girl." Now I think he gave you "your girl." He loved you so very much!! Johnny you are missed and loved more than you will ever know..

Love Angie, Danny, Danny Jr. & Carmine

McNevin Rose - 3 Months

Christie Qinn

March 9, 2006

Johnny-- McNevin at 3 1/2 months old, she is quite beautiful and everytime she looks above my head I swear she is seeing you, keep looking after us my sweet I know you do all the time. Missing you everyday.

Mary Susan Kernan

March 8, 2006

I've added a few photos to the gallery. Johnny, we miss you every day. MS & T

Johnny & Ann

March 8, 2006

Deep Creek Lake 1997

March 8, 2006

Johnny & Little T

March 8, 2006

Johnny & MS (Wintergreen 1995?)

March 8, 2006

Nikki Gehman

February 20, 2006

Thinking of you often.

I miss you!

Donald Hutson

February 18, 2006

WELL JOHN OUR BOYS FINALLY GOT ONE FOR THE THUMB. I KNOW YOU WERE WATCHING OVER US. WISH YOU COULD HAVE BEEN THERE BUDDY. MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU MAN.

Christie Quinn

February 1, 2006

This weekend is it buddy - keep a close eye on those steelers. Thinking of you and Missing you still everyday!

Kimberlee Bowden

December 30, 2005

Happy Birthday, my friend . . . miss you . . .



Love,

Kimi

Kathe Gregg

December 30, 2005

Johnny,



I'm writing to wish you a Happy Birthday & hope you are surrounded by lots of angels.I know you continue to watch over all of us daily. Not a day goes by that you are not on my mind, gosh I miss you ! Continue to watch over us, you are doing a great job !

Love always,

Kathe

McNevin Rose . . .

November 18, 2005

Kimberlee Bowden

November 16, 2005

Hey Johnny - - > I'm sure you've been watching and looking over Christie . . . because a little touch of heaven is finally here!!!



Love you!

Kimi

Kimberlee Bowden

November 2, 2005

Hey Johnny - - > Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about ya . . . love you and miss you much . . . I'm still taking care of Christie!!!



Kimba

Harold Scott

August 12, 2005

Well, Johnny Rocks our Steelers will be running wild soon, I just want you to know that I miss you and not a day goes by that I don't think about you. and I know your looking over me and I know your always around.

P.s. Help the Steelers go all the way this Time.... Love Scotty

Christie Quinn

June 22, 2005

Johnny your Mom and I are leaving today for I Portland, Oregon where the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation is honoring you for your commendable work. The thanks goes out to Lt. Garrison whom you worked with and all the guys that loved you there. Your Memorial Service is actually in Vancouver, BC on the river it is going to be beautiful I am sure you will be there with us - I will take lots of pics and put them in the album here for your friends and family to see



I love and miss you always.

Donald Hutson

June 11, 2005

Hey John. Well my girl and i found out the other day we are going to have a little boy due in October. We still haven't picked a name yet. I miss you man. I know your doing good where you are now watching over all of us. Love you buddy.

Your Sprout,

Donald

Robyn Winneberger

May 4, 2005

Well, it's been a little bit more than a year since Johnny died. We miss him VERY much and think of both of you often. Christie, It was very nice to see you this past weekend and I hope we get to see you before too long again. keep up the amazing strength you have found as well as the faith.

Much love and prayers as you continue on the journey to find peace on earth.

We love you!

Robyn and Russ

Donald Hutson

May 1, 2005

Hey John well man it's been a year since i seen you and it's been hard not having you around. Me and Young Harold went down to your fav spot yesturday and all we could do is think about you and cry. We love you and miss you so much.

Kathe Gregg

April 29, 2005

Dear Johnny,



It's hard to believe it's been a year since you left us. We have been left with so many memories and thoughts of you daily. There are so many thoughts & feelings I'd like to write about, but the typed words on this page could never begin to express them, they would seem so ???? I can't even think of a way to describe it. I miss you & think of you so many times in a day. I pray you are watching over us. I hope you are keeping watch over Christie and the rest of us here. I miss you more than anyone could ever know !!

I Love You !!

Love,

Kathe

Kitch

April 29, 2005

Who ever said time heals all wounds never lost you. miss you buddy

Linda Speros

April 13, 2005

Dear Johnny,

I think it's about time that I write in here. I have read alot of the entries but have never submitted one myself.

I know you have made friends with everyone up there, so please ask them to take care of the love of our lives. I miss you so much and think of you every day.

I Love You,

Linda

P.S. Clay Aiken is No. 1 - Ha Ha!

Kathe Gregg

April 10, 2005

Dear Johnny,



I've been thinking of you so much lately, and I know you have been watching over me. I know there are many, many people watching over Christie also, as I know you are right by her side at all times. I pray you've been watching over the rst of the family & many, many friends. You are probably just as busy there watching out for all of us !! I miss you so much. If you could keep especially close to me for the next little while, I would appreciate it. I can't believe its been almost a year now that we've been unable to hear your laugh,or see your smile, but I know you're watching over us. Continue to watch over us all !! I love you & miss you ! I can never put into words what i want to say when I come to this book. Christie : I love you too ! I miss you !!



Love Your Sister,

Kathe

Donald Hutson

April 1, 2005

Hey Jhonny boy. Well my ladie and i heard are baby's heartbeat for the first time wed. it was a wonderful sound. I know your watching over us bud. I miss you man. You take care man love you.

charlene bryan

March 31, 2005

Hi Johnny,

Charlene here. Wow, do I miss you! I keep thinking the longer it is, the easier it will get, with you not here but that is not happening. I miss your laugh so much. You would always laugh at my jokes no matter what. Please watch over Christie. She really needs you right now. She has been blessed with something wonderful, so please make sure everything goes alright. Put her under your angel wing and take good care of her. If you can do that I promise I will owe you big next time we see each other. I love you so much John and miss you even more. Charlene

Kim Bowden

March 28, 2005

Hey Johnny,



Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you - - quite often actually. And to let you know that I am looking after Christie. Ok, not just me because that's not a job for one! There are many others on job as well. Anyway, she knows that you are watching over her and taking care of her as well and we love you for that!



Missing you . . .

Kim

Donald Hutson

March 12, 2005

Hey Jhon. It's Hut. Just wanted to say hey to you. I miss you man. I'd like to ask a favor from you, My girl and I have a baby on the way and it's are first. I was wondering if you could watch over us like you alwaysed watched over me. I love you Jhon and miss you a lot. Take care buddy.

Gary Tilghman

March 11, 2005

Johnny,I really miss working with you.You kept me laughing all the time.

DINO GARNETT

January 25, 2005

HEY BIG JOHN,I KNOW YOUR BOYS LOST THIS PAST WEEKEND,BUT I WISH YOU COULD HAVE BEEN HERE TO TEASE YOU.I MISS YOU ALOT KID "WE ALL DO" HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND REMEMBER WE WILL NOT STOP THINKING OF YOU.YOU ARE THE SUPER BOWL .......................

Donald Hutson

January 24, 2005

Well Johnny even though the steelers didn't make it to the super bowl we are still the best team. Miss you and love you man. Watch over us.

Christie

January 24, 2005

Looks as though you used all your magic on last weekends game my sweet!

I wish you would have been here this whole past Steeler season it was one to remember - maybe next year.

Missing you every day my love.

Harold (Jamie) Scott

January 15, 2005

Well, Johnny Rocks our Boys did it today it was a crazy game thank for pushing thoughs two balls and making the kicks no good

love you and miss you. Your friend Young Harold...

Nikki Gehman

December 31, 2004

Happy Birthday Johnny! We miss you so much!

We love You !

Rich, Nikki , Evan and Cole

Cici Daves

December 31, 2004

Dear Christie,

As the new year is about to unfold, I wanted you to know how much I have been thinking about you. I hope 2005 brings you peace, hope and all the love in the world. You really deserve the very best and I love you a lot.

Love,

Cici

Kathe Gregg

December 30, 2004

Happy Birthday Johnny ! I'm sure there are many happy memories & stories being told about you today, and I'm sure there are many sad hearts that you are unable to be here to make more. I'm remembering many of your B-days that we spent at Gram & Gramps in PA.. Getting ready for your birthday dinners & shopping for our New Year's Day feast, and New Year's Eve's traditions w/ them. Putting dimes on the window sills for prosperity in the coming year, and watching Dick Clark's New Years Rocking Eve, especially the year that KC and the Sunshine Band was on & Grammy was trying to imitate their dancing on the stage & whacked her knee on the coffee table!!! In the past 8-9 yrs You had a chance to make memories with your true love, Christie, and I pray she is reflecting on these wonderful memories today and the next few days. Christie- plase know I love you & I miss you, but you are in my thoughts & prayers daily, keep the memories & stories going today in honour of the wonderful man that loves you still today !!



Happy Birthday Johnny !!!

Love,

Kathe

Christie

December 30, 2004

Johnny:

It is beautiful today here on earth for your 38th birthday, sunny and about 58 degrees. I hope you know how much I love you and will continue to love you all the days of my life and the rest of your birthdays.

I miss you terribly but I also know that you are eternally safe, healthy and happy and that gives me great comfort.

Happy Birthday My Love - XXOO.

Christie

December 27, 2004

Merry Christmas my love!

kelly, Kathy, and john

December 21, 2004

Anna banana Baker

December 20, 2004

My dear sweet Christie, you have come so far and even as we are all going about our lives this busy time of year, I am thinking of you and Johnny still. I am so impressed with you everyday as you move through your life and make others smile. You are a special person and Johnny helped make you that way, no one can take that from you, it was his gift to you. You have shown all of those around you how to survive gracefully but that you, like the rest of us are human and it just isn't easy some days. You can do it though, you have proven it and every person in this book and countless others are thrilled to see you have come this far. You have lots more love to give and receive! Merry Xmas to you dear Christie.... and to you Johnny, we are thinking about you!

Kristn and Dan Oster

November 1, 2004

There are SO many wonderful things people say about you and Johnny, you two were such a special couple. I can never thank you for what you did for me and our family when Dad passed away only 2 months ago, and you helped our family out so much when deep down inside you were still grieving so much. I just wanted to tell you I love ya, and if you ever want to talk, I am here. You and Johnny have so many wonderful friends, and you are so lucky. I couldn't have asked for a better person to greet dad in heaven than Johnny. I am sure they are fighing every day what football team is better! Anyway you know I am here, anytime! We all love you VERY much! See ya Friday---Love Kristin, Dan, Michael, Cady and Christopher

Shannon Smith

October 28, 2004

Christie,

Well, it's almost been six months and I still don't know what to write in this guestbook. Words just aren't enough. What I can say is that I cannot imagine how it must feel to have to part from your best friend. One day you will get to be with him again and it will be without a doubt forever. I truly value your friendship so much. I am here as your friend to support you in anything you may come upon.



I also found this and I would like to share it with you:



And if I go...while you're still here...



Know that I still live on…

Vibrating to a different measure

behind a thin veil you cannot see through.



You will not see me,

so you must have faith.



I wait the time when we can soar together again,

Both aware of each other.



Until then, live your life to the fullest.

And when you need me,

just whisper my name in your heart,

………I will be there.



Love,

Jimmy/AlexaJustin Speros

September 23, 2004

Dear Aunt Christie:



We wanted you to know that even though we didn't get this out on the 21st, we were thinking of you.



We had so much fun being in your's and Uncle Johnny's wedding...it was such a beautiful day and it meant a lot to us that you chose us to be part of such a special time for you two.



We know that you are sad right now, but please always try to think that Uncle Johnny would want you to be happy and to remember all of the fun and silly times you had together!



We love you so much and will never forget our wonderful Uncle Johnny, who was never too tired to play with us or to give us one of his great smiles!



WE LOVE YOU and are always thinking of you!



xxx000,



Jimmy Mac

Alexa Kookla Moo

Justincredible

Nikki and Rich Gehman

September 22, 2004

I'M FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.

I am following the path God laid for me.

I took His hand when I heard Him call,

I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,

to laugh, to love, to work or play...

Tasks left undone must stay that way,

I found that peace at the close of the day.

If my parting has left a void,

Then fill it with remembered joy.

a friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,

Ah, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with time of sorrow,

I wish to you the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life's been full, I savored much,

Good friends, good times, a loved one touched.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,

Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.

Lift up your heart and share with me,

God wanted me now, He set me free!!!

We miss and love you Johnny!

Kim Bowden

September 22, 2004

Christie,

I open this guest book at least once a week to read any new entries. This, of course, is my first because I never know what to say. I didn't know you on you wedding day - 8 years and 2 days ago but am grateful for the years that I have. I think of you often which is evident by the number of times I call or beep you each and every day (haha)- I know I'm a pain in your butt! I think of Johnny often as well - it's amazing how often and when you least expect it he pops into your head. He's always around us and always will be. Johnny is truly wonderful and will never be forgotten.

I am here for you always.

Much love . . . xo

Kim

Suzie Nalls

September 21, 2004

Christie,

I just wanted you to know you were in my thoughts all day today.Although this day was a very tough day, It's a great day to remember the start of your life together and the wonderful memories you have to keep. I'm not very good with words but just know that I love you as do many many people and that we all keep Johnny close in our hearts. I know he is by your side every minute. Love Suzie

Mary Susan Kernan

September 21, 2004

Christie - Just wanted to let you know that I've been thinking about you & Johnny a lot today. Happy Anniversary. Your wedding day was such a wonderful day and I'm so glad you let Terry and I share in it! (I know what you're thinking.......we won't go there right now, though):) Terry and I have such great memories of you both..we think and talk about them all the time. We love you and I hope you had an ok day!

Love ALWAYS, MS & Terry

Ann Skeet

September 21, 2004

Christie,



It's a bright, clear, cool day here in California, too. Just like your wedding day but very uncharacteristic for this time of year in San Jose (it's usually very hot and still). It was a gorgeous day and you and Johnny had clearly found your soulmates, and that's still true. Sending love to you on this day, your eighth anniversary.



Love,

Ann

Kathe Gregg

September 21, 2004

My Dearest Christie,



I wanted to let you know how much you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday, you and Johnny, but especially today as think back 8 years ago, when you became Johnny's wife & my sister. I can still see the happiness and endless love the two of you were graciuos enough to share with so many of us. I have your wedding picture on my desk, and my students ask all the time, who is that pretty girl & cute boy ?



Johnny's love for you is eternal and will be surrounding you forever. Just as your love for him is most evident to all. I'm blessed to call you my sister and are thankful to you & Johnny for allowing us to share your memories, good or bad, but most of all the loving memories.



I pray you feel that love surrounding you during this day, as everyone is remembering that love forver. Johnny would be so proud of you !!!!



All My Love,

Kathe & crew

robin williams

September 21, 2004

Christie, I just wanted to let you know that I have been thinking of you almost non-stop today. Thinking back 8 years ago to a day that was very similar to this one. Bright, clear, beautiful and as I recall, so were you. Today is you anniversary. I think my favorite part of the wedding was your unique head table....You and QUINN - all by yourselves - Smiling and laughing and enjoying each other!!!

AS ALWAYS!!! Its changed - but the memories are forever. Grab them, hold onto them and savor them. He is ALWAYS with you. ALL of MY Love

Today and Always -- BIN

Sally Moroney

September 21, 2004

September 21, 2004



My friend Christie,



May the the fond memories and everlasting love hold you close to John's spirits and close to the God above, for there will be antoher space in time with both of them one day.. Keep the faith and love in your heart and I will do the same for you.





Miss you and your friendship. Hope to get down to see you soon.



Love,

Christie

September 21, 2004

My Dearest Johnny: Today is September 21, 2004 and it would have been our 8th year wedding anniversary!



I woke up this morning to a beautiful and crisp day here at the beach thinking how much you would have loved this day and how much I miss you my love. Every morning I picture you as being my angel near me day and night and especially whever life seems trying and difficult I like to think that you are taking special care of me especially right now, just as I hope you feel the nearness of me and everyone's thoughts of those of us who care so much and miss you so much.



You are always in my heart and I will never forget what we had. Keep me close to your heart and soul I love you Happy Anniversary Quinn.

Yvonne Mattocks

July 6, 2004

Christie, I know you through my daughter, Vicki Crump. I was saddened to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. God Bless

Peter, Vasilia, Tori, & Briana Vidi

July 5, 2004

Christie,

There are so many fond memories of Johnny. Somehow, even in this time of great sadness, we think of him always smiling and laughing because of the gift of love you both shared.

You asked for funny...the absolute funniest time that we remember was with you and Johnny on New Year's Eve 2000 millenium when we all were in costumes...you as Mimi and Johnny as Drew Carey. That was classic!

Another special memory of Johnny that stands out most was at your beautiful wedding. Watching Johnny as he saw you performing with the band, he shook his head in total amazement. We asked him what he was thinking of his new bride and he said, that you always were his "star".

The girls ask about their Uncle Johnny and we tell them that he is in a happy place with Jesus.

We all miss him very much and continue to keep you in our prayers. We love you!

Heather Malone

June 17, 2004

I think all the girls in the office wanted a Johnny. A guy that opened doors for you, sent flowers for no reason, and brought you lunch even when you didn't ask him to. I know I wanted a Johnny. A Johnny is a real special guy, I finally got a Johnny this time.



John A. Quinn, a true Johnny that will never be forgotten......

Johnny's B-Day with Kelly too at Smitty's 2001

June 17, 2004

Maelyn and Uncle Johnny

June 17, 2004

Karianne Hawkins

June 14, 2004

Christie - I think about you and Johnny all the time and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the families everyday. You are such a very strong and beatuiful person inside and out with such a bright future. I know that times are tough, but you will get through this with the love and support from all of your friends and family. Never ever forget what great memories you both shared b/c you 2 had something very special and were lucky to have eachother. John will be forever missed and loved, but never forgotten.

You know how to get me if you ever need anything. I will see you very soon at the beach.



P.S. Don't forget Detroit vs. Pittsburgh Aug. 14th - I am sure Johnny will be joining us and he might not like me that day b/c I have to go with who pays me!!

Gwen Korniloff

June 13, 2004

My Dear Christie

The first time I saw your beautiful Johnny was at Seacrets, when he turned to us and asked what would we like to drink..I remember thinking what a gentleman, and a true gentleman he was, every meeting after that I was always greeted with a big smile and a hello. Your Johnny was and is a gem. He will always be with you, watching over you. Look out for the signs that he will send you, there will be many...

He touched many lives and will continue to do so, it was an honour knowing him, it all reflects on the wonderful caring person you are. Be strong...

all my love, Gwen

Kathe Gregg

June 13, 2004

My Dearest Christie,



I'm so Blessed to have a sister like you. The Love that you & Johhny shared will forever be etched in all of our minds. I want to Thank You for giving Johnny the wonderful years you spent loving each other, I know these were the happiest in his life. Even though God only allowed him to spend such a short time here with us, we all have many, many loving memories of him and the two of you together. Your strength and grace and loving tribute to Johnny help us cope with our loss. I love you more than words can say. I admire you more than anyone else I know. May God give you Peace, and you are in my prayers constantly.

Your loving sister, Kathe

Nicole Harrell

June 11, 2004

You ain't seen nothing like the mighty quinn! Since the day I had meet you two, This song has popped into my head, With out Johnny, Christie you may never have been the mighty Quinn! I know the days have been long for you since this happened, and we don't get our 11:30 lunch visits anymore, and everyone get's offered a bite of what Johnny made you for lunch but I know you will get through this with help from your friends and family. With all of my love, Nicole

Veronica Radalin

June 11, 2004

Christie, I just wanted to let you know that you and Johnny were always an inspiration to me!



Johnny, thanks for always carrying boxes, getting lunch and reminding me that "Veronica" is a name to be sung!



My thoughts and love to you, CQ and your family.

Anita Quinn

June 10, 2004

With all my heart, love and soul John I hope and pray every day that your departure from this world was a wonderful journey and I know you will keep a close watch over all of us and especially myself. May God keep you close in his arms and alive in our memories forever - All my love sweetheart - Your Quinnster.

Kathy Matthai

May 28, 2004

Christie, there is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you and Johnny. All I can remember is how your face would light up when you talked about him in the Bahamas. It was a honor to have shared those stories with you. Anyone who knows you, knows how much love you two shared. Please remember that we are only a phone call away.



Kathy and Jeff

Dyan Lesniczak

May 25, 2004

Christy, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy. You have been on my mind and in my prayers. You are a very strong woman. Take comfort in your family and friends.

God Bless,

Dyan Lesniczak

Kristin and Dan Oster

May 25, 2004

Christie, Dan and I think of you and John so much, what the two of you shared was so special, and it will always be special. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Everyone I have met during the mass etc., had so many wonderful things to say about Johnny, and he is still very much alive in all of our hearts and minds. We are here if you need us, anytime and place.... See you soon... Love ya!

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