John J. Quinn, May 4, 1937 - November 19, 2024.
John J. Quinn, 87, Michigan City, passed away Tuesday, November 19th, 2024.
A mass of Christian burial will be conducted on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 10th & Buffalo Streets, Michigan City, Indiana, with Rev. Zach Glick officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM in St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Private family burial will take place at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by the Ott/Haverstock Funeral Chapel, 418 Washington St., Michigan City, Indiana.
He was born in Chicago, IL to the late John and Mary (nee Malone) Quinn. Brother of Edward, the late Mary Ann, the late Patricia, the late Bob, and the late Beverly Quinn. Beloved husband of Mary Ellen. Loving Father of Christian (Rick) Fiala, the late Caroline Hattenberger, Emily Hattenberger, Mary Kate (Ben Allen), Jill (Chris
Alford), Joan (Joe) Furore. Adoring Grandfather of Ryan, Dane, Lillian, Lauren, Jack, Gus, and Mary Frances. Loving uncle of John (Jill) Quinn, Laura (Bill) Dodd, Stacy Quinn, Karen Quinn, and Beth (Matt) McAndrews.
A dedicated member of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Michigan City. John was an avid gardener, a long-time Lionel train enthusiast, and a lifelong Chicago White Sox fan. He served on the Michigan City Port Authority board for several years. John was Ordained a Priest for the Archdiocese of Chicago in 1963. Served in that capacity for over 28 years in various parishes throughout the city. Most notably he was the Executive Director of the Catholic Conference for the State of Illinois and ended his career with DCFS of Illinois at juvenile court.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 411 W. 11th St., Michigan City, Indiana 46360, or the Salvation Army, 1201 Franklin St., Michigan City, Indiana 46360.
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