Norman Quinn

Norman proudly served his country as a U.S. Marine, an experience that shaped much of who he was—strong, dedicated, and filled with a deep sense of honor and service. Norman was a loving and devoted husband to his late wife, Regina Quinn. He is survived by his children: Rhonda (David Palumbo) Engel, Joseph (Lori) Quinn, Norman (Robin) Quinn, Joe Pad Quinn, and Norma Higgins; his brothers, Bernard and Warren Quinn; special sister-in-law, Susie (Bart) Puglisi; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. As well as his parents and wife, Norman is also preceded in death by his brothers, Joseph and James Quinn; sisters, Burchell Jozokos and Doreen Davidson; granddaughter, Tara Higgins; and son-in-law, Bill Engel.

Throughout his life, Norman was known for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. He was a passionate fan of Ohio State University Buckeye sports, never missing a game. He enjoyed the excitement of casinos and looked forward to his Sunday breakfasts at the VFW, where he gathered with friends and loved ones.

Norman’s ability to find joy in the simple pleasures of life—whether it was cheering for his Buckeyes, spending time with his family, or enjoying a meal with friends—was a testament to his warm and positive spirit. His love for life, his family, and his country will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Schoedinger Northeast Funeral Home, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230. A graveside service will follow at 11:30 AM at Mifflin Township Cemetery, 155 Olde Ridenour Rd, Gahanna, OH 43230.

Norman’s memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Norman enjoyed this poem, which his family has shared - "A Soldier Died Today" by A. Lawrence Vaincourt

A Marine Died Today

He was getting old and paunchy and his hair was falling fast,

And he sat around the Legion, telling stories of the past

Of a war that he had fought in and the deeds that he had done,

In his exploits with his buddies; they were heroes, every one.

And tho' sometimes, to his neighbors, his tales became a joke,

All his Legion buddies listened, for they knew whereof he spoke.

But we'll hear his tales no longer for old Norm has passed away,

And the world's a little poorer, for a marine died today.

He will not be mourned by many, just his children and his grandchildren,

For he lived an ordinary and quite uneventful life.

Held a job and raised a family, quietly going his own way,

And the world won't note his passing, though a marine died today.

When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state,

While thousands note their passing and proclaim that they were great.

Papers tell their whole life stories, from the time they were young,

But the passing of a marine goes unnoticed and unsung.

Is the greatest contribution to the welfare of our land

A guy who breaks his promises and cons his fellow man?

Or the ordinary fellow who, in times of war and strife,

Goes off to serve his Country and offers up his life?

A politician's stipend and the style in which he lives

Are sometimes disproportionate to the service that he gives.

While the ordinary marine, who offered up his all,

Is paid off with a medal and perhaps, a pension small.

It's so easy to forget them for it was so long ago,

That the old Norms of our Country went to battle, but we know

It was not the politicians, with their compromise and plays,

Who won for us the freedom that our Country now enjoys.

Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand,

Would you want a politician with his ever-shifting sand?

Or would you prefer a marine, who has sworn to defend

His home, his kin and Country and would fight until the end?

He was just a common marine and his ranks are growing thin,

But his presence should remind us we may need his like again.

For when countries are in conflict, then we find the marine's part

Is to clean up all the troubles that the politicians start.

If we cannot do him honor while he's here to hear the praise,

Then at least let's give him homage at the ending of his days.

Perhaps just a simple headline in a paper that would say,

Our Country is in mourning, for a marine died today.