1929-2011, South Bar
South Bar lost a beautiful man to heaven after 82 years.
Dad was born, lived and died in the same home. Our Dad passed away suddenly on November 24 at the CB Regional Hospital with his loving family at his side.
He was the son of the late Surdick and Mary (Digou) Quinn.
Dad was a man with a strong work ethic. He worked at the Steel Plant from the age of 14 until he retired 45 years later. He was an avid swimmer at Polar Bear beach all summer long and sometimes in the spring and fall. He was a beautiful carpenter and there are many grateful recipients of his talent. A great handyman – he threw nothing away, but would rather bring it back to life! He was an energetic contributor and member of the Sydney Pensioners Club ensuring the turkey and dressing was ready for every banquet. He was an active and faithful member of St. Alphonsus Parish in Victoria Mines until it closed and more recently Holy Redeemer Parish.
Dad is survived by the love of his life for 61 years Delores ‘Dolly’ (Mortimer); his sons, Graham (Lynn), Sydney, Alan (Christine Lamarche), Ottawa, Terry (Edith), Halifax and daughters, Karen (Darcy Church), Ottawa and Jody (Parker MacDonald), Boularderie.
The highlights of Dad’s life were his grandchildren (he says if he had of known they would be so much fun – he would have had them first!), Tammy Quinn (Andrew Lefebvre), Ottawa, Jennifer Pearson, Sydney, Holly (Jason Knott), Sydney, Laurie Quinn, Ottawa, David Quinn, Toronto, Sean (Hajar) and Matthew (Carmen) Quinn, Regina, Christine, Daniel and Liam Angus MacDonald, Boularderie, Alicia (Jamie Berrette), Oromocto and Chris Knott, Sydney. He is also survived by great-grandchildren, MacKenzie and Davis Pearson and Joshua Berrette. He was born into a large family with only two surviving sisters, Colleen (Leo Snow), Sydney and Dolores (the late Alan Cohen), Montreal.
Dad was predeceased by his siblings Bernard, Adrian, Howard, Raymond, Gertrude Duffney, Thelma Ratchford, Marion Preeper and Florence McCabe.
Visitation for Dad will be held at the Pier Community Funeral Home, Whitney Pier, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church Street) on Monday, Nov. 28, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral mass to celebrate Dad’s life will be held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Church, Whitney Pier, with Fr. Paul Murphy and Fr. Everett MacDow concelebrating. Interment will take place in St. Alphonsus Cemetery, Victoria Mines with reception to follow at the Sydney Pensioners Club.
Donations in memory of Dad may be made the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
Online Condolences
Graham, Alan, Terry and Mrs. Quinn : Please accept my mist sincere and heartfelt condolences with respect tp you Dad / life partner’s passing. I am sorry I’m a little late but, being in Halifax, I only periodically check the obits in CB. Your Dad was a great person who I remember mostly because o’d his life long friendship with mt uncle Herb. Between the teo if them, they cared for each other and their cherished St. Alphonsis property ..and for that, I’m so grateful… because of my memories of going there anartist both my parents rest there as well. God Bless your Dad .. He is in Heaven with Herbie now!!! : Blesswiggly uncle, herb
From: Martin Melnyk
Dear Dolly and the entire Quinn family, I am so sorry for your loss. I still look back fondly on my visit to Nova Scotia and you and Leo’s wonderful hospitality. You are all in my thoughts!
From: Heather Matthew
Graham & Family I was so sorry to read of your Dads’ passing.We were all Lucky to have them for so long but it’s seems it’s Never Long Enough.I can remember the BonFires, Skating & the patience the Parents had with our Lot. Take Care & I Do Know how you feel. From: Karen Vernon McGrath
To the world you are but one person, but to your family you are the world.
From: John and Joanne Yetman
To Dolly and Family, We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Leo’s generosity shown through his many acts of kindness will be a part of his legacy. Our deepest sympathy. Paula Morrison & Chris Publicover
From: Paula Morrison
The Quinn Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Leo. He was a wonderful, caring, loving person . He always made you feel comfortable and welcome and greeted everyone with a smile. My thoughts are with you all.
From: Susan Quinn
Parker and Quinn family, Condolences from you Labrador City travel buddies, Paul, Darrell, John, Howard L., Howard S., Curt, Joe, Duck, Tom and Bob.
From: Paul Kennedy
Dolly and family Please accept my sincere sympathy in your sudden loss. I only knew Leo from playing cards at the pensioners club.He was always a quiet and kind man.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Leo..
From: Margaret Macdonnell
Graham & Family I was so sorry to read of your Dads’ passing.We were all Lucky to have them for so long but it’s seems it’s Never Long Enough.I can remember the BonFires, Skating & the patience the Parents had with our Lot. Take Care & I Do Know how you feel. From: Karen Vernon McGrathGraham, Alan, Terry and Mrs. Quinn : Please accept my mist sincere and heartfelt condolences with respect tp you Dad / life partner’s passing. I am sorry I’m a little late but, being in Halifax, I only periodically check the obits in CB. Your Dad was a great person who I remember mostly because o’d his life long friendship with mt uncle Herb. Between the teo if them, they cared for each other and their cherished St. Alphonsis property ..and for that, I’m so grateful… because of my memories of going there anartist both my parents rest there as well. God Bless your Dad .. He is in Heaven with Herbie now!!! : Blesswiggly uncle, herb
From: Martin Melnyk
Dear Dolly and the entire Quinn family, I am so sorry for your loss. I still look back fondly on my visit to Nova Scotia and you and Leo’s wonderful hospitality. You are all in my thoughts!
From: Heather Matthew
Graham & Family I was so sorry to read of your Dads’ passing.We were all Lucky to have them for so long but it’s seems it’s Never Long Enough.I can remember the BonFires, Skating & the patience the Parents had with our Lot. Take Care & I Do Know how you feel. From: Karen Vernon McGrath
To the world you are but one person, but to your family you are the world.
From: John and Joanne Yetman
To Dolly and Family, We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Leo’s generosity shown through his many acts of kindness will be a part of his legacy. Our deepest sympathy. Paula Morrison & Chris Publicover
From: Paula Morrison
The Quinn Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Leo. He was a wonderful, caring, loving person . He always made you feel comfortable and welcome and greeted everyone with a smile. My thoughts are with you all.
From: Susan Quinn
Parker and Quinn family, Condolences from you Labrador City travel buddies, Paul, Darrell, John, Howard L., Howard S., Curt, Joe, Duck, Tom and Bob.
From: Paul Kennedy
Dolly and family Please accept my sincere sympathy in your sudden loss. I only knew Leo from playing cards at the pensioners club.He was always a quiet and kind man.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Leo..
From: Margaret Macdonnell
Graham & Family I was so sorry to read of your Dads’ passing.We were all Lucky to have them for so long but it’s seems it’s Never Long Enough.I can remember the BonFires, Skating & the patience the Parents had with our Lot. Take Care & I Do Know how you feel. From: Karen Vernon McGrath