Patrick "Pat" Quinn
July 11, 2015
Patrick C. Quinn, 60, of Des Moines peacefully lost his courageous battle with cancer while surrounded by his loving family on July 11, 2015. Pat was born on December 7, 1954 to Helen (Cooper) and Paul William Quinn of Corning, Iowa. Pat grew up on a family farm and was a dedicated wrestler throughout his high school career. He also played baseball and enjoyed playing drums in a band with buddies from school. He graduated from Corning High School in 1972.
He married Nancy Caldwell of Burlington, Iowa in July 1977. Pat and Nancy had their first son, Collin in June 1982; followed by Brendan in May 1987. Pat and Nancy recently celebrated 38 years of marriage – years filled with love, laughter and family.
Pat dedicated over 40 years of his life to retail working at HyVee, Walgreens and then QuikTrip. He worked at QuikTrip for 19 years, proudly as store manager until his health prevented him from returning to work. Those who knew Pat are well aware of his incredible kindness and generosity towards friends, family, and even strangers. Pat would not hesitate to give you the shirt off his back or the last $20 in his wallet if anyone needed either one.
Pat had a love for music and could identify rock and roll songs and artists over the past 50 years. Pat attended many live concerts; one of his fondest concert memories was attending Farm Aid in 1985, as well as drinking a beer with the famous Don McLean, singer of “American Pie”, at the Iowa State Fair.
Pat was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed following golf and his favorite teams on TV, cheering the Iowa Hawkeyes on at Kinnick or following them to a bowl game. And then there were the road trips to watch the Denver Broncos play. He enjoyed golfing with his sons and boating with his family.
Pat will always be remembered by family, friends and co-workers as a stand-up guy with a wonderful sense of humor. He was most proud to be called “Papa” by his beautiful granddaughter Madison, 13, daughter of his oldest son, Collin.
Pat is survived by his wife, Nancy; sons, Collin (daughter-in-law, Jaime) Quinn and Brendan Quinn of Des Moines; as well as his granddaughter, Madison. He is also survived by his brother, Paul (Cathy) Quinn of Falls Church, Virginia; and his sister, Barb Quinn of Des Moines. Also left to cherish his memory are his nieces and nephews and their children, as well as his mother-in-law, JoAnn Caldwell of Burlington, Iowa.
Pat was welcomed into eternal life by his mother, Helen Quinn; father, Paul William Quinn; and his brother, Mike Quinn.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 15, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 16th at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street followed by burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the QuikTrip College Scholarship Fund or Amanda the Panda Family Grief Center.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Kristi Tripp
07/14/2015
Nancy and boys,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Maine
07/14/2015
Pat will be missed by so many because he was such a good man.
My prayers are with all the family. Your faith will help you get through this very sad time of your lives.
Kelly Sprague (QT)
07/14/2015
I am sorry to hear about pat's passing. He was a great guy, he will be missed dearly. I remember when Pat started at QT. Prayers are with you and your family.
Joanie Snook
07/13/2015
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark Whitfield
07/13/2015
Nancy,
We just learned of Pat's passing. We are saddened for your loss.
We are sending big Panda Hugs to all of you
Mark, Mary, Hilary & Hailey
Diana Young
07/13/2015
Nancy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. I know he will be missed by many. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Jolene Wildin
07/13/2015
I have many fond memories of our wonderful friend, Pat, back in the good ol' days! He was one of the kindest people I ever knew, with that cute smirky smile of his that warmed your heart:) My thoughts and prayers are with you, Nancy, and your sons and all of Pats family.
Jerry & Ann Partlow
07/13/2015
Nancy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We didn't know Pat very well, but he was the kind of person you liked right away and we always enjoyed talking with him at the McGladrey events. I don't know what else to say except that our thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.
Jerri Dahlman
07/13/2015
My dear Nanc, and family; I am so sorry about Pat. He was such a great person, and will be truly missed by all who knew him. Sending lots of love and hugs to all of you. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lori Daughenbaugh
07/13/2015
Nancy, Colin, Brenden and Barb, I am saddened by the news of your loss of a wonderful man. He was always fun and a complete pleasure to be around. I will never forget the time I let him pick out a "shot" for us to do at a get together. He picked Yukon Jack and I about spit it on him it was so bad. :) I am thinking of you all.
Jackie Logue
07/13/2015
Nancy and family, so sorry for your loss. I remember Pat from many McGladrey events he attended with you. He was a wonderful person. Thinking of you!
Brandi Daniels
07/13/2015
My heart goes out to you all at this time. I have so many memories from middle and high school spending time with the family at the home and ball games. Pat was a wonderful man and I know he will be missed dearly. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. XOXO
Julie Burzette
07/12/2015
Nancy, Colin, Brenden, and Barb, Thinking of you all and wishing you comfort and peace. What a lot of beautiful memories you will have to share with family and friends. Pat will be missed by so many.
Jewell Midthun
07/12/2015
Nancy and sons, my heart goes out to you on the loss of Pat. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that many, many people are thinking of you.
Dale Daughenbaugh
07/12/2015
Nancy, Colin and Brenden, I am so sorry for your loss. Pat was a good man. I always enjoyed visiting with him.