This blog is dedicated to the life of Kathleen Marie Glogoza Quinlan.
Born March 17, 1944; Deceased May 16, 2008
Wife of Roger M Quinlan;
Mother of six children - Doris (Mother Seraphina); Judy; Barbara; Tracy; Roger Jr; and Sean.
Grandmother to: Ryan Joseph Ruscansky; Connor Ruscansky;
Evan Joseph Cresci; Jack William Cresci; Benjamin Lewis Cresci;
Emma Lucia Quinlan.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Kathy’s name to:
Services are as follows:
Evan Joseph Cresci; Jack William Cresci; Benjamin Lewis Cresci;
Emma Lucia Quinlan.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Kathy’s name to:
Belleville Elks
[They sponsor Sean's Boy Scout troop;
He just got his Star Scout Rank & 3 more merit badges!]
254 Washington Ave
Belleville, NJ 07109
Or
Bloomfield Special Olympics
C/O ARC of Essex County
123 Naylon Ave
Livingston, NJ 07039
Services are as follows:
Monday, May 19, 2008 2-4 & 7-9
O'Boyle Funeral Home
309 Broad St
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (973) 748-1246
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 10 AM Mass
Sacred Heart Church
76 Broad St
Bloomfield, NJ 07003 (973) 748-1800
10 comments:
Our beloved wife, mother, aunt, sister, daughter and friend, Kathleen Quinlan, passed away peacefully at 10:04 AM today on May 16, 2008.
Mom fought a long, arduous 8 year battle with cancer. Initially, mom was only expected to live for three months. However, because she was the toughest person I know, she refused to let her cancer win. We are all astounded at how much she was able to overcome and how many battles with her cancer that she won! She consistently looked her cancer in the eye and refused to give up! She was and forever will be my inspiration! Through all of her chemotherapy and radiation treatments, throughout all of her ordeals, she never complained. She would only ask us how we were doing and how she could help us! She outlived all of the medical professional’s expectations by leaps and bounds.
During her final moments, Mom was comforted by her loving family, who were there as she went home to Jesus. Mom was devoted to her family. Her husband, daughters and her sons will miss her immensely. She cherished her grandchildren, who called her Mimi, Grammy, and Nanny. Although our hearts ache, we take comfort in knowing that she is watching over us all with her mom and dad at her side and that she will continue to take care of us and lead us in the right direction.
Even in her last hours, she was only concerned about others. She would not let go of this life until she was sure that we, her family, were going to be OK. She refused to let the cancer take control of her as she was in control until the very end.
We are very fortunate to have been able to have a mother as loving as we did. My sisters and I agree that her legacy lives on in all of us. Although her cancer finally took her today, and it was extremely difficult and sad to say good bye to our beloved mom today, her life lives on in all that were affected by her. Everyone who came in contact with her knew that she would do anything for them and that she would do anything in her power to help.
Mom, we love you and we miss you!
Love your son, Roger
There are no words for this, I am so sorry. Aunt Kathy was such a beautiful person inside & out. I have so many fond memories as a child with her, I can remember spending new years eve at the Quinlans in Bloomfield when we were really young and she let us stay up late & bang pots & pans to ring in the new year. I also remember Tracy & I could get away with everything while our brothers John & Roger would always get caught & get in trouble with Aunt Kathy! I can see her standing in the kitchen giving them her sideways glance, then
hearing her laugh.
Uncle Roger, Sister Seraphina, Judy, Barbara, Roger, Tracy & Sean,
Your wife & mom was an awesome person who left a great legacy in this world which is all of you, carry her light & spirit with you always.
"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind is never to die"
~ Robert Orr
Love always,
Susan
~ I prayed this morning that when Aunt Kathy arrived in heaven she would be greeted by a 6'5" red headed angel, ready & waiting to give her a big hug. I know John was waiting for her.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Aunt Kathy was always so welcoming to me, especially for weeks during the summer, when I would stay over and we got to cool off in the pool.
Not only was Aunt Kathy a terrific aunt, she was also my godmother. When I would visit when I was a teenager, she always made sure that Roger and I not only went to the late Sunday Mass, but we had to bring home a bulletin and be able to tell her what the homily was about! :)
Peace and love, David
Kathy was and will always be an inspiration to all of us. She showed me how to be a better mother, friend and person. With Kathy, you could always have a great time and laugh a lot.
We spent a lot of time together when we were pregnant at the same time. We were given the same due date and have visions of a double room at the hospital and a double Christening. That didn’t happen…..Barbara was born November 15 and David January 12! We continued to be together as often as we could, Kathy’s home and heart were always open.
She was my Matron of Honor at my wedding and is Godmother to David. I admired and loved Kathy from the first time Roger bought her home. I was thrilled to be in their wedding and be a part of their lives.
We would play cards while she was getting chemo and Roger Jr. is right....she never complained about it and was always cheerful and funny. Anyone in the hospital who came in contact with her liked her. From the valet parking attendant at St. Barnabas to all the doctors and nurses, who tried so hard to cure this horrible disease.
I am fortunate to have four BFF's (Best Friends Forever) - Renee, Lillian, and my two sisters-in-love, Kate and Kathy. They have been there for me and my family and I hope that I have been there for them as well. There is a quote – “Blessed are the friends that are there when good times aren't.” Kathy was that kind of friend.
I thank everyone who prayed so much for Kathy to beat this thing. I'm sure she exceeded all the dire predictions because of all the prayers, rosaries and intercessions.
On Wednesday, Sean told me that since Mom was going to heaven and getting her wings, I would be his "partner" when we go to AC (Atlantic City). Sean, I am privileged to be your 2nd partner. Mom will always be your first partner as she was to all her children and I’m sure she has gotten her wings already in heaven.
My Dad always said that Roger and Kathy were good parents and anyone who knows them agreed. Kathy has left of legacy of love for her children, grandchildren; family and friends……she loved all of us so as we loved her. Sweet dreams, Kathy.
Linda Quinlan Mocko
The wisdom, love and legacy of parents are passed through to their children, and her strength lives on with all her of family. I am heartbroken by the news of her passing, but I know that she is still with all of us.
Kathy was so full of love and laughter it spread to all those around her. She was an image of beauty and the definition of heart.
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Thank you Kathy for everything you provided to our family... I am honored to have known and been guided by you.
Words cannot truly express how Aunt Linda & I feel with the loss of Kathy. Even though the end was expected, we held out hope that a miracle would happen and she would somehow pull through. She was such a lovely person, always quick with a laugh, yet firm when she had to be. Just looking at you, her children and her grandchildren, you can tell that she & your father raised you to be fine & caring people.
A truly inspiring woman whose strength, humor & passion for living touched the lives of all who were privileged to know her.
The following is an edited excerpt from “A Mother’s Walk”
Temple Bailey © 1933
“Your mother is always with you. She's the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street. She's the smell of bleach in your freshly laundered socks. She's the cool hand on your brow when you're not feeling well. Your Mother lives inside your laughter. She's crystallized in every tear drop you shed. She's the place you came from... Your first home. She's the map you follow with every step you take. She's your first love and your first heartbreak, and nothing on earth can separate you from her.
Not time... Not space... Not even death!”
I have such great memories of Aunt Kathy. She was such a giving person who wanted to give her precious time for others especially her family. I can remember when I was younger, begging my mother to stay at Aunt Kathy's house for the weekend. They would finally both relent and I would take the train to the Millburn station and walk over to where Aunt Kathy worked. She was always willing to add another trouble-maker.
To Roger, Tracy, Sister Seraphina, Judy, Barbara, and Sean; your mom was such a strong and caring person who celebrated life to the fullest. It is a tribute to her that you all have become such wonderful people. She has left an indelible mark in this world and her spirit will live inside all who she had touched.
We are sorry for your loss.
Love always,
Steven and Jenne
***Something I came across.
Love, Nikki (Kathy's niece)
Safely Home
I am home in Heaven, dear ones:
Oh so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief i sover,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forevere
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly
'Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh! but Jesus' love illumined
every dark and fearful glade.
And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on
Could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not frieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still;
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's Will.
There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remaineth-
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!
It’s about Kathy’s life on earth.
We remember her because she influenced us. Causing us to change our ways and thinking in so many avenues of our lives. Her opinions were always on the table out in front of us. She did not waiver in her catholic faith or her belief in family. No matter who you were, you were important to her. She believed in you. She always responded to you as if you were the most important person on earth. She would talk to you and at you at the same time. She never hid her feelings, you always knew where Kathy stood and what was most important to her.
She was Kathy. Her husband, children and grandchildren loved her and believed in her. She was influential even when she was not there. Family decisions were always made with her input, because her feelings were well known by all who loved her.
I wish there were more people like Kathy in this world. She stood tall in her fervor to do what is right for other people. She wanted only to see the best in you. No more, just your best.
Adversity was just a challenge to Kathy. She took on problems with action, not just talk.
She will always be remembered for her character and personality. May God bless her, her family and us for the time we had with her.
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