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Gerald Quinn Obituary

Gerald J. Quinn James Island - Gerald "Jerry" Quin, 81, husband of Elizabeth Ann Knisley Quinn, died peacefully surrounded by his family on the evening of December 6, 2017. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald J. Quinn are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM Monday, December 11, 2017, at the Church of Nativity. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends between 2:00 and 4:00 PM, Sunday afternoon at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Online condolences may be made at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. Jerry served in the Marine Corp. and he retired from Westvaco after 42 years of service. He was an active member of the Church of the Nativity. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Betty Ann; four daughters: Kelly Williamson (Randy), Shannon Holly (Tim), Jeannie Moore (John), Kathleen Greenhill (Randy); 11 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Church of the Nativity, 1061 Folly Rd., Charleston, SC 29412. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, Inc. (843)766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 8 to Dec. 9, 2017.

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Nancy Johnston

December 12, 2017

How can one adequately reflect the supportive role Uncle Jerry provided for his wife, mother, sister and my father? He was quick to respond to any need, regularly serving his church and community with grace.

Our family can take lessons in loving God and others from Uncle Jerry 's life. We will miss his laugh and his wisdom.

Thanks be to God for this wonderful man.

Robyn Ryan

December 11, 2017

I really enjoyed working with Mr. Quinn in physical therapy. He was a hard worker. He's now at peace.

Robert Dales

December 11, 2017

Betty Ann, just heard of your and the families loss. Most of my 39 years at the mill were spent with Jerry and was a great friend. So sorry was late in receiving the news but you all remain in my thoughts and wishes for continued healing.

December 10, 2017

Uncle Jerry was a wonderful man and a great example to all. Full of love and fun. Praying for you all.
Love, Sally

Amber Craven Knight

December 10, 2017

Kathleen and Family, Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Your Dad was a wonderful, faith filled man. Even after our time at Nativity he continued to support us, attending school Mass and helping in many ways. Many fond memories.

Gordon Fewox

December 10, 2017

Kathleen so sorry to hear about your father. He was always nice to me. My prayers go out to your family.

Terry Molony Dodds

December 10, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you! Coach Quinn taught me how to play basketball!

December 9, 2017

With deepest sympathy,
Tim and Catherine Buchanan

Joyce Greenhill

December 9, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Molly Mulvey

December 9, 2017

To the entire Quinn Family you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Quinn was my first basketball coach at Nativity. Great man!

Laurie Weaver Henderson

December 9, 2017

So sorry to here about your Daddy. So many great memories.

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