Quinn, Martin J. age 86, retired CPD, Star 5499, World War II Navy Seabees, beloved husband of Ruth (nee McMahon) for 64 years, devoted father of Dianne (Patrick CPD Ret.) Danaher, Mary Ellen (Russell) Grobe, Margaret (Michael) Siefert, Patricia Quinn, and Martin (Kathryn) Quinn, Jr., special grandfather (Pa) to Colleen Danaher Doyle, Patrick Danaher, Katherine Grobe, Gavin Grobe, Sarah Siefert Barney, Lizzie Siefert Reidy, Maggie Siefert, and Evan and Melanie Wheeler, dearly loved great-grandfather of Maura, Jake, Matthew, Owen, Cole, and Sydney, loving son of the late Margaret and the late Francis, dear brother of the late Thomas Quinn and the late Frances Donnelly, loved by many relatives and friends. Member of Illinois Police Association (I.P.A.) South Division, Fraternal Order of Police (F.O.P.), McDonald Linn V.F.W. Post 5416, American Legion Chicago Police 207, and St. Bede the Venerable Holy Name Society. Memorials to I.B.V.M. Sisters Office of Development, P.O. Box 508 Wheaton, IL 60189, or Medical Missionaries of Mary Development Office 4425 W. 63rd St. Ste. 100, Chicago, IL 60629. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday 9:15 a.m. from Sheehy Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank, to St. Bede the Venerable Church, 83rd and Kostner, Chicago, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Info 773-776-2700 
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Martin & Betty Prendergast
May 1, 2009
Marty,
I'm so sad for you and your family, but my Catholic faith tells me that your dad is in a better place. As you said, he had a good life and he was a positive power of example to you. You have been truly blessed to have him as your dad. I can personally attest that you are the kind of a son that he was and is very proud of. My sympathy to you and your family. My love to your beautiful bride!
Mary Lu & Ted Sweeney
April 23, 2009
To The Quinn Family, Our deepest sympathy to you upon the loss of Mr. Quinn. He was truly one of the most wonderful persons I've ever known. To be in his company was like feeling an aura of Heaven around one's self. Such a charming Irish Lad was he. Ted joins me in saying May The Good Lord hold Mr. Quinn in the palm of His hands, until we all meet him again. God bless all. Mary Lu and Ted Sweeney
Terry Weber
April 20, 2009
I will remember Marty as a friendly, super nice guy who was loved by everyone.
Ruth, my condolences to you and your family on your loss.
John Shaughnessy
April 20, 2009
Dear Ruth and Family,
I regret that we are out of town and unable to attend services. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
It was such a pleasure to know Marty and family from the old St. Brendan's parish. Later, I had the good fortune to work with Marty in the 009th District (CPD) for many years. Marty was a devoted family man and he could always find the humor in things. He had a perpetual smile on his Irish face and he was loved and respected by all. The world is a much better place for Marty having been here. He will be sincerely missed.
Our warmest wishes and sympathy to the wonderful Quinn family.
John & Jeanne Shaughnessy
Patty Clarke
April 19, 2009
Dear Ruth and Quinn Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. He was such a great guy. I always loved seeing you and Marty at St. Bede's when I was still there, and missed that after I moved. I'm sure my Dad and Mom were there to meet him when he arrived, and they are probably having a few good laughs together right now!
You and Matry are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you and Marty and keep you in the palm of His hand.
Patty Clarke
Marianne
April 19, 2009
Pat and Family
It was a pleasure to meet "Dad" and see that the extraordinary man Pat told stories about was indeed remarkable in his love and generosity to his family and friends. His legacy lives on in your heartfelt family love and traditions.
Lynn Lyon
April 19, 2009
Dear Pat,
I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Bob Freyer
April 19, 2009
Mrs. Quinn and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Quinn.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bob & Rosie
Esther
April 18, 2009
Pat and Family
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
May you find peace in knowing that God is with you always.
Deene Rausch/O'Neil
April 17, 2009
Dear Ruth and Family - Please accept my most sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved Marty. My prayers are with you and Marty.
Love, Deene Rausch/O'Neil, Your friend from 71st Place
Pat Barrett
April 17, 2009
Pat Danaher- My sympathy to you and Diane on the loss of her fater- Pat Barrett
Pat Barrett
April 17, 2009
Pat Danaher- my sympathy to you and Diane- Pat Barrett
Anthony Niksa
April 17, 2009
To all of Martin's family and friends, I am sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you.
Jeanne Perdue Martin
April 17, 2009
Dear Ruth and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Marty. He was such a presence in the McMahon Family and we all had such good memories of family get togethers. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Constance Tyner
April 17, 2009
Pat, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and remember you will someday see him again. I remember how you always spoke so kindly of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Connie Tyner & FAmily
Rev. Valerie J. Scott
April 17, 2009
For this mortality has put on immortality and this corruptable has put on incorruption. Death is swallowed up in victory. Amen
Sue Lutz
April 17, 2009
I wanted to wish you my deepest sympathy.
I am a friend of Pat's and just heard the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Karen and Jerry Camisa
April 17, 2009
Pat, we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this trying period. Remember to celebrate his life and may beauty live on in your memories and bring you peace. He is gone from your sight... but never your memory, gone from your hearing... but never your heart, gone from your touch... but his presence is felt, and the love that he gave you never departs.
Valarie McGuigan
April 17, 2009
Ruth and Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with you. Mr. Quinn will be deeply missed.
Val & Jim McGuigan
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