Tuesday, September 24, 2024
It’s hard to find the right words when someone so special leaves us, but I want to honor the incredible person John Quinn was and the countless memories we shared. About ten years ago when I was home visiting my parents I met John online. From that moment we became great friends, Every time I came back home, I always looked forward to hanging out with John, in fact I would stop at John’s before I went to my parents. Our time together in Westbury and Fire Island created some of my most cherished memories, full of laughter, conversation, and the easy comfort of true friendship.
This past week has been especially hard, as I came home because my father passed away, and of course, John was the first person I wanted to see. It was in that moment of seeking comfort from my dear friend that I found out he had passed too. My heart is heavy with this double loss, and it’s difficult to express just how much John meant to me, especially during such a painful time.
John had a way of making those around him feel welcomed and appreciated, and I feel incredibly lucky to have been his friend. He was one of the most generous people I’ve ever known—he would help anyone who needed it, always giving his time, his kindness, and his heart to others. His generosity wasn’t just in the big gestures but in the small, thoughtful ways he made everyone feel special.
I’ll forever remember our times together—whether we were reminiscing about the past or making new memories, John was always there with his smile, deep voice, and sense of humor. My heart aches knowing he’s gone, but I find comfort in the thought that his spirit and the joy he brought to everyone he knew will live on. My thoughts are with his sisters and all who loved him. Rest in peace, my dear friend—you’ll be missed more than words can say.
- Steve Leva
