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Pamela Rosenberg posted a condolence
Saturday, April 25, 2015
My sincere condolences to Mr. Quinney's family. He was a very nice man and an excellent coach. I drove him to tracks meets for several years when I was a bus driver for Sidney. May you RIP sir. Sincerely, Pam
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Ted Winther posted a condolence
Thursday, January 15, 2015
I want to express my sadness and condolences to Doug's family. I am one of Doug's fraternity brothers from Alpha Delta Phi at the U of R. Doug was a good friend, a year younger than I. I just learned of his passing from the latest issue of the Rochester Review. At the time, he was on the wrestling team. Can remember attending his meets. I also remember a guy who was good to everyone and full of energy. Also remember trips around town in his Mustang fastback. We were all envious. Again, so sorry to hear of his passing. Ted Winther.
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Jerri Johnson Niles posted a condolence
Sunday, December 7, 2014
My condolences to Doug's family. He & I were classmates (K-12) at BG. I was pleased to see him this past July at our 50th class reunion, and had a chance to remind him of the time in First Grade(Mrs. Davenport's class) when he ran around the room and kissed all the screaming little girls while the teacher was in the hallway. At the reunion he insisted he had been far too shy to do such a thing back then; but I recall it clearly. He was also part of our informal "January birthday bunch". Marilyn and my mother were in the Recreation Club in Bainbridge. Its impossible to wrap my head around the deaths of both Doug & Marilyn. So sorry for your loss. Jerri Niles
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Susan Wadsworth Slawson posted a condolence
Monday, September 29, 2014
I was very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Although I had not seen him in years, I have very fond memories of summers playing with Doug and Gwen at Guilford Lake. With smiles I remember no matter what game we kids were playing Doug always pretended to be a gorilla while climbing nearby trees. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
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Christie Meno posted a condolence
Monday, September 29, 2014
We were so fortunate to have many hallway runs brightened by Mr. Quinney's enthusiasm. We are so grateful for knowing him and learning from him. Sending our thoughts to his family. Christie Meno and Patrick Simonds
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Bill Davidson posted a condolence
Sunday, September 28, 2014
I was so sorry to learn of Doug Quinney's passing. He was both a devoted and inspirational coach to so many students and athletes for so many years! He was truly dedicated to help so many for so long!!After many years of coaching he still helped many athletes in their hurdling and other events!
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Loraine Flyzik posted a condolence
Saturday, September 27, 2014
i am a better coach and person because of Doug Quinney. I will miss him every day.
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Alan & Rita Robinson posted a condolence
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Doug was not only a coach and teacher to our children, but a great friend. He was admired by so many students and parents. He will be missed. Our hearts go out to his family.
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Nicholas Reyes posted a condolence
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Mr. Quinney was my coach, but what he taught me had little to do with running circles around a track. Mr. Quinney promised us 3 things; we would work hard, we would have fun, and we would win. The teenage me naively thought that these promises were related to races and track meets; the adult me understands that he was preparing us for success in any endeavor that we approached with those expectations. Mr. Quinney not only recognized abilities that we didn't know we had, but he believed in us so confidently that he convinced us to believe in ourselves.
I owe a depth of gratitude my words can't possibly express to Mr. Quinney's family. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this great man with us. While we will miss the boom of his voice, the bellow of his laughter, and the warmth of his smile, they remain a part of the fabric of who we are. He will always be in my heart and inspire me to strive for the best. May the love we all share for him carry you through this time.
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Cyndee (Ulm) Van Siclen posted a condolence
Friday, September 26, 2014
I wish I could express my deepest sympathies to all of you tomorrow, but am unable to get up there. Coach Q had a tremendous impact on me as a high school student, that lasted long after I graduated. Some of my fondest memories of my days at SHS are the times spent with my track teammates at all of those long meets during the Winter and Spring seasons, as well as in his classroom, which was never dull. The impact he had on so many young people is immeasurable.
Even 25+ years later when we reconnected on Facebook, he would post remarks about meets and events that my team participated in, as well as all those in between, with great detail. He was genuinely interested in what all of us were doing as well as our families. When he saw a photo I posted of my son's first track meet last year, he messaged me and asked what events he was doing and offered his expertise. He clearly adored each of you and those adorable grandchildren. I will miss seeing his photos of them.
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Rob Aiken posted a condolence
Friday, September 26, 2014
Mr Quinney was my homeroom teacher for all 4 years of High School as well as my coach on winter track. He was always kind and fair and had a great sense of humor. I will remember him always.
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Ellen Hurtubise posted a condolence
Friday, September 26, 2014
My first impression of Mr. Quinney, when I first began teaching at Sidney High School in January, 1986, was when he would announce on the intercom, "Runners in the hall!" right after school during the Winter Track season. He had the hurdles set up in the hall on the first floor by the library for his athletes' practice sessions. He was a kind and caring person, with so much zest for life in everything that he did. All that were fortunate to know him in any way, are echoing this, and so many other thoughts and feelings, as we can all read in these condolences. My deepest sympathy, and a wish for peace and comfort, to his family and friends at this sad time.
Sincerely, Ellen Hurtubise
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Edward A. Abbot III posted a condolence
Friday, September 26, 2014
Mrs. Quinney, Tammy and Theresa,
I am so sorry for your loss. We all share a part of your loss. As with many others, Mr. Quinney was an inspirational person to me and played a role in shaping me to become who I am today, both mentally and physically. I will miss his motivational quotes and pictures posted on Facebook reminding me of my youth. Most of all, I will miss seeing his announcements to the track team when he would be in to work with hurdlers, an indication that yet another generation of kids was benefiting from his coaching skills years after he "officially" retired. I'm confident that he and Coach Armour are already busy scouting out and recruiting angels who exhibit hidden talents for track and field.
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Allen Duke posted a condolence
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Sabina and I add our voices to the many people who enjoyed being with Doug as a colleague, mentor to our children, and an entertaining Facebook friend. I was saddened and stunned when I received the news last weekend. We wish the family comfort and peace through this time.
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jennifer cross (bartlett) posted a condolence
Thursday, September 25, 2014
I am so sorry for your lose. Coach Quinney was an insperation to all his students. I had the privelege of not only having him as a Social Studies teacher but also having him as a coach. He will be missed but always close to our hearts.
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Pam Weber posted a condolence
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Tammy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May your saddness in the coming weeks, months and years be filled with tears of joy in the memories you will cherish of your father forever! That is how he will live on forever.
Sincerely,
Pam Weber
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Andria Finch posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of the passing of Coach Quinney. What a legendary man! He inspired me to become a teacher and to taught me so much throughout my high school years <3
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Maria melo posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
to the Quinney family
my condolences on the loss of Doug...
May memories comfort you at this time of sorrow
with sincere sympathy
maria melo
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Beverly Sowersby posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
I was very fortunate to have had the opportunity to train with the Sidney Indoor track and cross country teams despite being a B-G student. Coach Quinney opened his team and heart to me and I was forever changed because of it. It wasn't just the training he shared it was his heart. the lessons we all learned are timeless and have served us well as adults. Coach will be missed but will never be forgotten!!
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Debbie Hall Ford posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Dear Mrs. Quinney, Tammy and Theresa- Words truly cannot express the sadness. I thank you for sharing this wonderful man with all of us. He always made me feel important and special. I will miss hearing about all of you on Facebook. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. God Bless
Sincerely, Deb aka: Diz
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Jill Moravec posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Quinney Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I keep fond memories of the entire family in my mind and summers at Sheldrake. You will all be in my thoughts.
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Kerriand Tim Monroe posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Thoughts and Prayers to Mr Quinneys family. May God lead you through this difficult time
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Tim Quinney posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept my condolences and sympathy.
Tim Quinney
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Ruben Reyes posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Many people that grew up in the Tri-town area would be quick to tell you that their will never be another Fran Redmond. Then along comes a Doug Quinney. Another giant of a man that, above all, taught character to so many kids. Well, it's true that their will never be another Fran Redmond; nor will their soon be another Doug Quinney. Different in style, but both cut from the same quality cloth. I am reminded of what the Wizard of Oz said to the Tin Man: "A heart is not judged by how much YOU love, but rather by how much you are Loved by others." This line must have been written with Doug Quinney in mind. To his family I would like to express more than condolences. I wish to express the sincere gratitude felt by so many parents for allowing us to share your father and husband with our kids. And our kids are better adults for it. May God be with you all in this most difficult of times.
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Ed & Maureen Abbot posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
We just arrived back from a Navy gathering in Washington DC to receive the news about Doug. The old words about "words cannot express" come flooding into my mind. Doug was a fellow teacher for all of his career, and most o mine in Sidney. He was a good friend, a mentor and teacher of my children, a wonderful coach of my son. When you teach across the hall from someone for all these years and had a tight a web of SS Dept folks for all these years, Quinney, Myself, Longe, Haller and Hornung..you cannot express the loss. I know I will see and talk to many in the next days and months...but this friendship is eternal....it does not end. Our prayers and thoughts now go to his wife and children and their families. He was a giant in our district in so many ways that lead to the definition of "Legend". E.Abbot & Maureen Abbot
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chris and cathy weiss posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Doug was a good friend and neighbor. we always enjoyed our dinner parties and fun at the lake with you both, you will be in our prayers May God bless you.
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Joan and Bill Northrop posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Our sincerest thoughts and prayers for all the Quinney family. May your faith in God and the wonderful memories Doug has shared with you all, keep you strong and help you through this difficult time.
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Tomer posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Tammy, when we lose a love one we gain an angle in heaven that watch over us. May you and your family take a comfort in knowing that you have an angle to watch over you now. I extend my most sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Lynne Kirst posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Theresa and Family,
Know that prayers and sympathy are with you all. May the good memories of your Dad give you comfort. Blessings,
Lynne Kirst
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Dave Foster posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Please accept my condolences for your loss. Life is short and Doug's passing reinforces that statement.I am glad I attended our 50th BG highschool class reunion and got caught up on Dougs and my years growing up in Bainbridge. We shared a meal together and talked about track. I will always remember that conversation and cherish the memory. GOD has given us the gift of memory/recall and so during this time of sorrow and loss remember the yesterdays that only you can recall. Bask in the warmth that the memories bring and use it to fill the void.I give thanks and praise to God for putting me in Doug's presence this past July. I will continue to pray for the family during this time of loss.
Dave Foster
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Brenda Gerow posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Mrs. Quinney and families
Mr. Quinney taught us never to quit and that's what we did-never quit.
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Beth O'Connor posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
Dear Mrs Quinney and families,
My sympathy goes out to you as the world has lost a wonderful man. He was an "encourager" to so many. He ran his race and finished strong- well done good and faithful servant.
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BILL McCann-retired track coach at Deposit posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Wow ,what a sad loss. Doug's name will live forever in the sport of track and field.
To watch his athletes compete was a pleasure even though he was the enemy,lol
They weren't afraid of anybody at any level , that was instilled in them by Doug . It showed in their accomplishments.
My coaching staff and Deposit's athletes send their condolences to Sidney and the Quinney family.
BILL McCann- Deposit CS.
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William and Sharleen Hromada posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Our condolences to the family.
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Joanne Larson posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Theresa: I am so sorry for your terrible loss. I can't imagine how difficult this must be for your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Ronda Riegel posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Mrs. Quinny, Tammy and Theresa, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you. I never really knew Mr. Quinny; however, one memory I will always have is how he would always try and get Theresa's friends to read the funnies to her in the mornings after we would spend the night with her. He would say it was because she didn't know how to read (I think we were around ten at the time)!
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Lara Heyer Zullo posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
So many lives were touched and changed for the good because of Mr. Quinney. Deepest condolences. His legacy will live on in you and so many, many fortunate students and athletes.
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Jim Cerra posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Coming to Vestal 34 years ago as a novice Track coach, Doug was one of the individuals that all the young coaches looked up to, not just because of his outstanding program at Sidney, but the way he treated all those he came in contact with. His dedication and caring for young men and women around Section IV Track and Field will be missed. On behalf of Vestal Track and as STAC and Section IV Girls Coordinator we send our heartfelt condolences to his family.
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Tom Wilsey posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Quinney family during this difficult time.
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Chris Coombs posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and extended family (tracksters). Coach Q you will be missed, RIP.
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Heather Wood posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to the family of a great man!!
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Denise DiNoto posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Tammy, Theresa and Mrs. Quinney - I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Diane Davie posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Although I did not know Doug real well, his voice was heard many an afternoon in the hallways of Sidney High where I taught. I saw him with the kids and he always was very proud and encouraging. Greg and Doug worked together on the SHOF committee and almost every evening after a committee meeting Doug's name would come up...he'd said such and such, or he'd spoken too long! He certainly made an impression wherever he went and was well known and well loved. May the family and his friends know that he is now at peace and surely watching forever with pride, his family that he left behind. Another great Sidney staffer gone but never forgotten.
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Maquisha Ford Mullins posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Theresa and Family, I am sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for you all during this difficult time.
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kevin cornell posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
Tammy, Mrs Quinney & Theresa -
Words cannot describe the loss you have suffered. Know that Coach Q positively touched and affected the lives of every student he taught and athlete he coached. The lessons he taught us are immeasurable and timeless. I will always consider Coach a friend, mentor and one of my biggest supporters during my high school track career. My prayers and deepest condolences are with you in this time of grief. He will be missed by all....
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Kenyatta Simpson posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
To my friend Tammy its heartbreaking to lose a father but my heart and prayers are forever with during this painful time. Love you always!!!!
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William Holdrege posted a condolence
Monday, September 22, 2014
A great teacher, coach, mentor and role model. Thank you for lives you touched and inspired.
Sincerely,
Bill Holdrege, Greene Track Coach
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Greg Davie posted a condolence
Sunday, September 21, 2014
There is going to be a tremendous track and field meet in Heaven, and all the best runners, jumpers and throwers will be there. Doug Quinney will assign each and every one of them a nickname and encourage them to dig deep and reach for more. The hurdles will get his rapt attention, of course, and before they can start the festivities, you'll hear a warbled song that's so off key you may not recognize it.
But no one will care, because they know this man will be tough, he'll be fair, and he'll be there for each and every athlete (and others) for the long haul. And finally, he'll be dressed in red because that is "Quinney maroon".
My sincere and heartfelt sympathies to Marilyn, Tammy, and Theresa and their families, plus the extended families I know such as Ashley and Jeremy Mohler. No one can aptly describe the influence Doug had on others, but you always felt it because he made you feel good. A Hall of Famer in every respect. Salute, DQ...and thank you.
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Laura Duke Gray posted a condolence
Sunday, September 21, 2014
Mrs Quinney, Tammy, and Theresa,
My sincerest sympathy's to you. Coach was a great man and also a great mentor to me.
May memories comfort your hearts!
Hugs!
