Daniel Lee Quinn

Daniel L. Quinn was born April 28, 1946 in Omaha, Nebraska to Tony and Henrietta (Roll) Quinn. Dan grew up in Waterloo, Nebraska, where he attended grade school. He graduated from Benson High School in Omaha in 1964. Dan later attended college at the University of Nebraska in Omaha, taking classes in Fire Protection Technology. Dan served his country in the United States Navy from September 21, 1964, until his honorable discharge on September 20, 1968. He served two 9 month tours of duty in Viet Nam, and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. Dan married Connie Marie Pamp on September 2, 1967 at the First English Lutheran Church in Omaha, Nebraska, and to this union, two children were born; Pam and Dan II. The family has made their home in the Omaha and Bennington area through the years. Dan began his career with the Omaha Fire Department on April 1, 1970, and spent over 22 years at Station 21, ultimately serving the city of Omaha for over 26 years before his retirement. Dan enjoyed hunting and fishing, but most of all, he loved spending time with his family, especially on family vacations and cruises. He could often be found in his garden, or doing canning. Dan was also an amazing cook; doing most of the duty at both family gatherings, and around the fire house. He was active with the Benson VFW Post #2503, and the Millard American Legion Post #374. Dan will be remembered as a devoted family man and friend. Dan died on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at the Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 69 years, 9 months, and 18 days. He was preceded in death by his father Tony, and 2 brothers, Dale and Don. Dan is survived by his wife Connie of Bennington, children; Pam (John) Klabunde of Bennington, Dan II (Abby) Quinn of Omaha, grandchildren; Dillon (Jessica), Collin, Seth, Sarah, Aidan, and Brendan, great granddaughter Anabelle, mother Henrietta Quinn of Omaha, and sister Diana (Max) Bebout of Percival, IA. Daniel L. Quinn, age 69, of Bennington, died 2/16/16. Preceded in death by father and 2 brothers. Survived by wife Connie of Bennington, children; Pam (John) Klabunde of Bennington, Dan II (Abby) Quinn of Omaha, grandchildren; Dillon (Jessica), Collin, Seth, Sarah, Aidan, and Brendan, great granddaughter Anabelle, mother Henrietta Quinn of Omaha, and sister Diana (Max) Bebout of Percival, IA. Memorial service Friday, 10:30 A.M. at the funeral home in Elkhorn with military honors. Private interment at a later date. Memorials to the family to be given to Dan’s favorite charities.

Daniel Lee Quinn

April 28, 1946 - February 16, 2016