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Mary Quinlan Obituary

Mary F. Quinlan, long-time resident of Colorado Springs, died on July 10, 2007. Mary was 88 years old, born in Ottawa, Kansas on November 14, 1918. She was retired from civil service since 1981 and served as President of the National Secretaries Association for two years. She was married to her late husband, Ray Quinlan for 25 years, who preceded her in death on August 6, 2006. Mary is survived by her daughters, Caralee (Jim) Jolin, Sandy Owens, Marlene (Tim) O'Brien, Marilyn (Wayne) Gray; son, David (Linda) Halter; five grandchildren, John Rall, Jodi (Chris) Schmidt, Amanda Rall, Katy (Kevin) Weise, and Stephanie (Jeff) Merkle and great--grandchildren, Lauren, Savannah, Christian Schmidt, Taylor and Shelby Phillips. For the last 35 years, Pat Bowen, had been her faithful friend and "other" daughter for which we are all grateful and thankful. A private memorial service will be held on July 14th. Memorial contributions may be made in Mary's name to Pikes Peak Hospice, 825 E. Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite 600, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 13, 2007.

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Peggy Herren

July 27, 2007

I am sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was one wonderful lady & I loved her very much. I spoke to her shortly before
she passed away & the last thing I said to her was I love you & she replied she loved me too. I only wish we had found Mary & Ray sooner

Stan & Gretchen Herren

July 23, 2007

Although we have only known her for a few short years, the memories and joy she brought are cherished. Mary you will be greatly missed.

Mary Rose (Lanham) Bibler

July 18, 2007

Caralee, John, Jodi , Amanda and family.
I was so sorry to read about your Mother/Grandmothers passing.

Even though I live in Oklahoma now I occasionally read the Gazette via the internet to keep up on the Colorado Springs news etc.

Your Mother/Grandmother was a beautiful woman and a inspiration to all Secretaries who knew her.

Our Prayers are with you at this time of deep sorrow.

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