Richard B. Quinn
May 14, 1965 ~ January 21, 2022
Richard B. Quinn, 56, died suddenly on Friday, January 21, 2022. He was the loving husband of 25 years to Jennifer F. (Widerkehr) Quinn and the devoted father of Conor and Declan Quinn, all of Danvers.
Rich was born in Salem to Richard and Patricia (Bonia) Quinn of Estero, FL. He was raised in Danvers and was a graduate of St. John’s Preparatory School. He graduated from Bentley College and served in the US Marine Corps Reserves.
Most of Rich’s career was spent in the lighting industry, where he was employed by L.S.I. Industries. He also had been a longtime employee of OSRAM/Sylvania.
A member of the Peabody AOH and the Danvers Fish & Game Club, Rich loved coaching his sons in Danvers National Little League. He was an avid supporter of his son's sports activities and loved attending their games. He was a certified SCUBA diver, enjoyed fishing and skiing, and had a wry sense of humor.
He treasured time spent with his family in the Outer Banks, Hilton Head, and at the family home in Bridgton, Maine.
In addition to his wife, sons, and parents, he leaves a sister, Kathryn Sanchez and her husband Javier, a brother, Michael Quinn and his wife Sara, a sister-in-law, Debbie Widerkehr and her husband Daniel, and a brother-in-law, Donald Widerkehr and his wife Judy. He also had a late brother-in-law, Harold Widerkehr. Rich leaves his extended family and many dear friends.
His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 28, 2022 at 10AM in Saint Richard Parish, 90 Forest St., Danvers. Burial will be private. Visiting hours are Thursday from 4-7PM in C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. Kindly omit flowers; the family asks for contributions to the college education fund for his children. A GoFundMe account has been created to accept donations; the link is https://gofund.me/45b55dfb. To share an expression of sympathy with Rich’s family, please visit www.LyonsFuneral.com.
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I had the pleasure of working with Richard, or “Q” as he preferred to be called, while at OSRAM. Q was a no-nonsense kind of guy who told you the way he saw it with no filter. I found his honesty and dry sense of humor to be refreshing. He made coming into work something to look forward to. He was also a proud family man always talking about family vacations and activities. His passing is a tragedy to all who had the opportunity to know him. My deepest and sincerest condolences go out to his entire Quinn family.
RIP
Jen, Conor and Declan, I am so sorry for your loss. Q was one of a kind and I was fortunate enough to be his friend. He will be greatly missed.
Jen, Connor, and Declan we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. David, Paula, Sarah and Andrew Mountain
I worked with “Quinny” for several years. A great guy and always smiling. God bless him and all the family. Rest easy my friend!
Jen and sons,
When I think of him it will always be of a forever loyal friend. Q will be one of those folks that will remain in my thoughts with a laugh and a salute forever.
My bad for being so long to say that.
I am so sorry. Can’t say it any more from my heart.
Steve
Jen, Conor and Declan: Joe and I were very saddened to hear the news that Rich passed away. I know we have lost touch over the years but our times together before our “adult responsibilities” took over, are forever in our memories. The times we had on your boat “Full Circle” and vacations on the Cape are priceless. If there is anything Joe or I can do, please call (978 580 9111). We will do whatever you need during this very difficult time. Love always, Kate and Joe Marchand
Jen, Conor and Declan,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Some of the best memories of Rich go back to farm baseball. He was so good with the kids and you could see that they were hanging on his every word. We’ll be keeping you all in our prayers.
Love,
Shannon and Jack Chan
Jen, Conor and Declan,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Rich was my regional manager at LSI and wonderful to work with. I had a chance to share some time with him recently on the golf course and we enjoyed many laughs together. He will be missed dearly. You’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Gauthier
Jen and sons,
Although I did not know Rich that well every time I was in his company he made me feel as if we knew each other for a long time. I will miss running into him at the Natural tournament. Hope nothing but the best for you and the boys. Q will be watching I am sure.
Joe LaPointe
I’m very sorry we lost a genuine and honest friend! Whether in bussines or in life, always defending what was right and just! It was a priviledge to have crossed paths and shared time together Q!
Daen
Jen,
My heart is breaking for you and the boys! I know how difficult this next journey is going to be! You two have been together for so long. I remember our days back at The Landing in Marblehead! Making Quinny his scallop and shrimp red scampi, it brought me such joy to see him enjoy it and hang out with you guys! He will be greatly missed, but know he is watching over you and the boys always and forever!
All my love to you
Eileen Morrison LaFollette
I love how we kept in touch across the miles over the last couple of decades. I will miss our texts during baseball and football season – there are some doozies saved in my messages. I am so thankful that I got to spend time with you when we visited MA (trivia night!), and I’ll always remember how much fun you and Jen had visiting the ‘Sham and our “First Fridays” in SC. Never forget tubing in Maine and the “Blueberry Island” story. I will miss you, Cousin Rich. I loved you like a brother. – All my love to Jen, Conor and Dec.
Quinny was such a great guy and will be so missed 🙏🙏
I knew Quinnie from his days at Sylvania – from the posts below I think everyone can agree he was a pleasure to know, upbeat and positive. My sincerest sympathies to his family – please remember the happy times – he wouldn’t want it any other way. Peace and love. XOXO – Anne D.
Jen, Connor and Declan,
Kathy, Trevor and I are so sorry for your loss. I am without words since hearing of Rich’s passing. Rich and I didn’t know one another our whole lives but the friendship we developed over the years with our sons in travel baseball felt like we were brothers. We shared the same views on most things and could rely on one another no matter how long time had passed without talking. We consider ourselves lucky to have had the opportunity to met Rich, Jen, Connor & Declan which we considered part of our family. Rich will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend, save a beer for me. See you on the other side.
Rich was a valued friend and co-worker always available to listen. His thick Boston accent always brought a smile to my face; not to mention his impromptu sense of humor!
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel”. –Maya Angelou
One of the very BEST people I had the privilege to call my friend from our SYLVANIa days. Always kind, funny and just a genuine good soul. I’m so thankful to have known you, Q! Rest In Peace, my friend. Thoughts and prayers to his beautiful family. KB
Our sincere condolences to Jen, Conor, Declaln and the entire Quinn family. We
feel as though we know you all through our good friends Pat and Dick whom we
have shared family stories with each other over the years. You all are in our
thoughts and prayers. Stay strong and God Bless. Ron and Maureen Gleason-Maine
We were so sorry to hear about the Richard. What a beautiful video and tribute to his life. Thinking of you Jenn and the family during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Steve, Pam, and Florence Ahmed
Sincerest sympathy to the family of Richard Quinn Jr, and also to Pat and Richard Quinn Sr. both of whom were “classmates in common” of mine in the LEHS CLASS OF 1958.
There are no words that can comfort the sorrow in the hearts of this very popular and dearly loved couple. At this time; I can only offer my understanding of a loss of a child and for them, their eldest child. I send my heartfelt and sincerest of condolences
and share that this kind of loss is indeed “a parent’s worst nightmare.”
May God comfort you both and all of your family and may we all share our faith that HE will strengthen you and all of your family members at this most very difficult hour in your hourglass of life.
I am confident that your beloved son is safely in heaven today and is enjoying the company of the Angels that inhabit the wonderful land of promise where we will all meet again.
You both have each gifted your son with the endearing love that you both have shared with each other for many years….and may that strong and caring love give strength to you and your family at this very sad time in your life.
I am shocked and heartbroken. Words cannot express my sadness. Jen, Quinny and I were inseparable for years with Quinny in my wedding. Life moved on however and we both got married and had kids and drifted a part. I have many fond memories of boating, the BYC and having a cold drink now and then with him. He will always be remembered.
Dear Pat and Dick…..I was so very sorry to hear of your son Richard’s
sudden death. You must be heartbroken.
I am sorry I didn’t hear about it until it was too late to visit with you at the wake or funeral. I certainly would have been there for you!
I can’t even imagine the depth of your grief.
I want you to know how much Jim and I enjoyed the both of you in the ”
Marriage Encounter days and your time in Danvers. I am sorry we lost contact with one another.
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for
Peace and comfort during this extremely difficult time in your lives.
Most sincerely and with deep sympathy…..Chris Morse
I was shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Richard and we are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers during this difficult time. I was hired by and enjoyed working for Q at OSRAM. He lead by example and enriched the lives of all he knew. A proud family man, we kept in touch and visited when he was in NYC for work. He always asked after mine family especially when we were having our baby.
He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed.
Mical Anselmo Family
SO sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. I asked Josh where you guys have been because we missed our visits at Xota.
Jennifer, please give us a call should you need anything, just want to talk or are planning on being in the area.