Patrick Gleason Quinn, MD of Santa Fe, New Mexico passed away peacefully in his sleep from aspiration pneumonia as a result of his 15 year battle with neck cancer and complications from treatment on November 19, 2020. He was 62.
Patrick was born in Milton, Massachusetts November 30, 1957. At age 12 Patrick joined Community Boating where he sailed, worked and began collecting the people who brought him such joy - his friends. He graduated from Boston Latin School in 1975 and attended Dartmouth College where he met his wife, Stacy. He joked that he got his Mr. degree at college! Although a co-member of the Class of ‘79 with his future wife, he always did things his way, so graduated in 1980. Patrick and Stacy were married June 20, 1981 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Patrick had a lifelong calling to become a doctor and so after working in medical research, he attended Case Western Reserve University as a member of the spectacular Class of 1987! Then on to Yale for Residency and back to CWRU for Fellowship in Gastroenterology, with a year in the Indian Health Service at Ft. Defiance, Arizona in between. After an additional Fellowship in Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy in Philadelphia and Dublin, Ireland Patrick became an Assistant Professor of Medicine at UNM in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While academic medicine was rewarding, his true love and talent was taking care of patients and so he entered private practice with Northern New Mexico Gastroenterology Associates in Santa Fe in 1997.
Patrick lived life to the fullest! He loved his two children, Danny and Brigid. He came to the desert and discovered his passion for ice hockey - he coached his kids’ teams, co-founded girls hockey in New Mexico, co-owned the Santa Fe RoadRunners a Junior hockey team and played Oldtimers. He is a lifelong member, former president and ardent supporter of the Santa Fe Prep Booster Club. Nothing gave him greater pleasure than to watch his children play hockey, soccer, Lacrosse, and run track.
In 2005, Patrick received the devastating news that he had stage IV neck cancer. The doctor was to become the patient. But he never let it get him down. He, in case you didn’t know, was stubborn, and continued to work, coach and even tried to play hockey throughout the entire ordeal. He never gave up and he never complained. His family credits his survival to the support of all his friends and patients and to the excellent medical care he received. Afterwards he plunged back into his work, play and travel with even more gusto, visiting all 50 states and every continent (except Antarctica - but he got close enough to see it!). That is why the last few years have been so devastating as one by one new symptoms would crop up and Patrick started to struggle as his health declined. He met the challenge with grace, and his usual sense of humor! He continued to fight until the end, seeing patients the day he passed. Thank you to all the doctors, nurses and other health professionals who eased the struggle, we are eternally grateful.
Patrick so loved his extended family, frequently recruiting them to accompany us on our various travels. He gathered and kept friends from each chapter of his life. He had an ever ready smile, biting Irish wit and a killer sense of humor, when you could understand him as he talked so fast! His friends meant the world to him and you never knew when he would reach out and maul you! He worked very hard to be the best physician he could be and was so proud to be “Patrick G. Quinn, MD, FACP, AGAF, FASGE,” not for him, but for the people who meant so much to him, his patients. To his patients, Dr. Quinn cared deeply about you. His family wants you to know - we do not know who you are. Doc always respected your privacy. Unfortunately we cannot gather to grieve and support each other at this time, but we will do so when it is safe.
Patrick had a very generous heart, and the causes he embraced were many. In addition to the organizations already mentioned, he supported United Way of Santa Fe County, Think NM, Santa Fe Preparatory School, among many others. If you are so moved, you may make a donation in his honor to these, or any organization of your choosing. To all who knew him, we are so grateful for the meaning and purpose you gave to his life and so sad to say, Doc is no longer with us.
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| Name | Patrick G. Quinn, Md |
| Date of Birth | November 30th, 1957 |
| Date of Death | November 19th, 2020 |
| Other City | Santa Fe, NM |
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| Funeral Home | Rivera Family Funeral Home - Santa Fe | |
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417 Rodeo Road Santa Fe NM 87505 United States |
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Pat was my mentor and trainer during my GI fellowship training at UNM in the mid 1990s. He was dedicated, intelligent, hard working and inspired me to do good things. As I progressed in my career years later, he would frequently send me out of the blue notes telling how proud and happy he is. These notes/his appreciation meant a lot to me, and I would carry with me for the rest of my life. Hashem El-Serag
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Dr. Quinn was my doctor for 20+ years and I really respected and loved him. I will miss him so much. He was a wonderful doctor and man. May he rest in peace.
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During his Internal Medicine Residency at Yale, he was loved equally by every one of his juniors whom he taught, and by each of his Attending Physicians who played a role in his training. May our Lord welcome him in his eternal home and provide comfort to his dear family, colleagues and to his patients.
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Stacy, Danny and Brigid, Know that all the Wilson's are thinking about you right now. We loved Patrick, his wit and love of SFP sports. I also especially want Danny and Brigid to know that you are not alone now, you are surrounded by people who have watched you grow into wonderful adults and who love you. We are always here for you.
My mom's fave Irish blessing: "May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, and rains fall soft upon your fields." Love you guys!
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My sincere condolences to the entire Quinn family. I know Pat will be missed by everyone. Pat and I sailed together for many years at the Community Boat House and all through Latin. I crewed for Pat during our many races at Latin. He was a great skipper and classmate. Attached is our Latin sailing team yearbook photo, I’m on Pat’s left (right side of photo). Although we lost touch after Latin, I have never forgotten the fun times sailing and racing with Pat. Warmest regards, Ed Fitzpatrick
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Our deepest condolences from the DeLeon-Dowd family. We met “Coach” Quinn when our son played hockey. He was a great coach and mentor to Devin & the other players. It was rare to not see Coach Quinn at the rink since he was either coaching, playing or watching the many teams that played hockey. We always looked forward to seeing him since he was always happy, cracking jokes or being a wise guy. He will truly be missed.
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Dear Stacy, Danny and Brigid, I am so sorry to learn of Patrick’s passing. The beautifully written obituary could only touch on what a kind, caring, and compassionate man he was. I am sending love and my deepest condolences to you.
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Stacy,Danny,Brigid ...As you all know your husband father was a very special man. I got to know Patrick while our children all attended Santa Fe Prep together and roamed the sidelines on many soccer games with him cheering on our children. I was also on the SF Prep Booster club with him and he was certainly one of our most passionate members ! Once Patrick got an idea in his head on just about any subject I learned after several years of friendship that it was probably better to just agree with him because he would never give up when he thought he was right ! And most of the time he was.
He never gave up on anything and he tenacity is what made him a great husband,father,friend,board member,coach,philanthropist,and of course a wonderful doctor.
Doc I will miss our memories together, Booster Club,Soccer Games,and Supper club..They were the best of times!
And don't worry amigo we are always to help Stacy,Danny,and Brigid in any way we can.
Adios my friend
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We are so saddened to hear of Patrick’s passing but grateful that is was peaceful. Our hearts embrace you Stacy, Brigid and Danny.
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This photo was taken at Community Boating in 1974. I am standing beside Pat on the bench. My siblings and I have known Pat since grammar school. We sailed together and he and my brother went to Boston Latin School together. I have so many good memories from those years and am sorry to learn that Pat is gone. He was like another brother in many ways. My condolences to Stacy, his children and his entire family.
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Patrick was a wonderful spirit. Even playing pilo polo when he wasn't well he always talked fast and a lot and engaged with all around him. Much love to his wonderful family, the Loftins
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It saddens me to hear the news Dr. Quinn's passing. As his family states, he was a kind, funny, generous person. Many of our best memories of our kids in hockey have him as a major component. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with his family. May he rest in peace and may his family be comforted by the fact that he impacted so many lives in such a positive way.
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Dr. Quinn's passing is so very sad to hear. My deepest condolences and love to his dear family. Dr. Quinn was a fantastic and talented physician, his commitment and passion for the health of his patients was huge. He gave so much, tried so hard, and made such a difference for the people that he cared for. He was generous in sharing his knowledge, kind in his daily interactions, always so positive and very funny. Working for him and with him was a pleasure and a privilege. May he rest in peace. Prayers to Dr. Quinn's family, his friends, and his colleagues, and may they find peace and healing in remembering his many contributions to this community.
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I met Pat Quinn when I was in first grade and was in kindergarten. He and my brother Joe became best friends. All our lives intertwined, first at Charles H. Taylor elementary school, the The Latin Schools, then Community Boating.
It was Pat who gave me my Helsman test. I’ve relived that “OK, now jibe” moment many times.
The world is a smaller place without Pat. May he rest in peace with fair winds.
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I was so sad to hear Dr. Quinn had passed He did my endoscopy the day before and he was his usual happy self. Condolences to the family.
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We are saddened by this news. My family and I were lifetime patients of Dr. Quinn. He was a kind, professional, and funny man and Doctor, always putting us at ease. I always told him he was an Angel...
Our thoughts and Prayers are with Dr. Quinn and his entire family. RIP Dr. Quinn
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