Birth date: May 27, 1939 Death date: May 15, 2013
Decatur- Metta Elizabeth Quinlan, 73, of Decatur passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013 in St. Mary's Hospital. Private family burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor' Read Obituary
Gary: I am very sorry to learn of Metta's death. I do not have your current address, so I am availing myself of this tribute wall to let you know that I am thinking of you. When you get a chance, please give me a call so I can make note of your address. I enjoyed working with you and Metta. Take care, Gary. I hope to see you again sometime. Nick Burton, Decatur, Illinois
Dear Gary, Kelly, and Scott,I worked with Mrs. Quinlan at Enterprise in my senior year of high school (80-81) for the child care program through Vocational. She was a great mentor and friend. We Shared a lot in that school year. She will be missed. I am sorry for your loss. We had ran into each other 2 or 3 times in the last few years and I always enjoyed catching up with her about all of you. I know she is in a much better place someday I hope to see her again. You all have been on my mind and I wish you peace and comfort in this difficult time. Sue (Banfield) McKee
Dear Gary and family.There are no words to express the many feelings that I have at this time. Feelings of love for Metta, a wonderful friend and neighbor who shared many happy moments with me and my family. I know that my dear friend is no longer in pain and in a magnificent place surrounded by friends and family. I will continue to be reminded of Metta every day when I see the cross stitch picture that she made for me which hangs by my coffee maker.It says, " The best things in life are God, friendships, and a hot cup of coffee!"Blessings to you, Gary and your family.Cheri Dow
Gary, Kelly, Scott, Kim and families,Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.I will always remember that when we first moved to Decatur, Metta was the first person to plan a neighborhood coffee to give me an opportunity to meet the neighbors. She was always a very caring person and will be remembered for her kindness. Breida and Dennis Roach
Dear Gary, Kelly and ScottMarietta let me know about Metta's death. I am so sorry and will keep all of you in my prayers. I have such good memories of all the fun we had for a lot of years. Sailing a few times and the crazy things we did at bridge club. I actually think we play cards once in a while. Love and hugs.Anne Campbell
Jean and I send our heart-felt blessings to Gary and family. Metta was a lifelong friend and confident. We will miss her deeply.Mike and Jean Brady, Houston, Texas
Gary & family,We know that Metta has joined Ann & they have already found some great shopping areas. We also know that she is peaceful & painless in God's House, so I pray that you can also find peace knowing that would be her wish for you all along with good health.Love & hugs to all,Jonnie Taylor
Metta was my junior high and high school best friend. We shared a lot of midnight conversations at each other's houses on the weekends. We lost her way too soon.Nancy Andrews Schultz
Scott and family,Allow me to extend my deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. Losing a parent is one of the biggest losses that can be suffered by anyone. May you find God's presence with you as you journey through the time of grief.Cinda Armstrong-Williams
