Jerry B Quinn, 62, passed away on December 25, 2013 after a brief illness. Born in Mount Olive
North Carolina, he was the oldest son of Thomas and Alice Quinn of Smithfield, VA.
After numerous moves as the son of an Air Force Dad, Jerry remained in Hampton through his teen years, graduating from Kecoughtan High School in 1969. A few years later Jerry joined the Army making a career in Army intelligence where he received numerous awards and accommodations. He retired from his Army career in 1996, moved his career to General Dynamics, and was currently working for the Department of Defense.
Jerry enjoyed life and work pursuing both at full speed. He was talented in numerous crafts and was always working on some new challenge. He especially enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter Katherine and the long time companionship of his dog Blackie.
Jerry is survived by his mother, Alice K. Quinn; his daughter Cassidy Esbrandt (Jon); and hisgranddaughter, Katherine Esbrandt, whom Jerry absolutely adored. He is also survived by brothers, Nick Quinn (Kimberly), Mike Quinn (Heather), and sister, Ann Maninga (John).
A memorial service with full Army honors for Jerry will be held on January 4,2014 at 11:00 A.M. at First United Methodist Church of Foxhill at 1 Salt Ponds Road Hampton, VA. A celebration of his life will follow.