Betty Ann Quinn

Betty Ann Quinn nee: Forster, age 93, of Gurnee, formerly of Lindenhurst, passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side, March 14, 2026. Betty Ann was born March 19, 1932, in Chicago to the late Henry and Isabella Forster. Betty Ann was the beloved wife of the late John F. Quinn for 67 years. She was the cherished mother of John, Julie (Mark) Puro, Barbara (Tim) Verbeke, and David (Kimberly), loving grandmother of Jonathan (Molly) Quinn, Caitlyn (Kyle) Tielens, Miles (Heather) Quinn, Keith (Erin) Puro, Dawn (Drew) Puroway, Scott (Brittany) Puro, Tim (Mallory) Verbeke, Michael (Somer) Verbeke, Kelly (Jake) Verbeke, Julie Quinn, Grace Quinn, Jenna Quinn Emily Quinn and great-grandmother of Emerson, Greyson, Carson, Quinn, Jackson, Olivia, Logan, Jordan, Cora, Bayliena, Noelle, William, Jude, Lincoln and Brooks. She was the dear sister of the late Marilynn Adams and Henry (Bette) Forster. Fond aunt of many. Betty Ann lived a life centered in kindness, courtesy, and the care of others. Betty dedicated much of her life to caring for others, including her mother, father, sister, aunt, and beloved husband. Even while lovingly caring for family members in need, she continued to show up for her entire family, never missing an important moment in the lives of her children and grandchildren. She found great joy in traveling with her husband, especially to Hawaii and to Anna Maria Island in Florida, where they created many cherished memories together and often hosted family during their stays. Betty Ann found pleasure in reading, gardening, needlepoint and most of all spending time with family and friends. She was deeply loved by her family and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Her family would like to thank the caring family of Sunrise of Gurnee and JourneyCare Hospice. Visitation will be Friday, March 20 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Ringa Funeral Home 122 S. Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa and Saturday from 9:00-10:00 a.m., mass to follow at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Lake Villa. Entombment at Warren Cemetery, Gurnee. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Betty Ann’s memory to the charity of your choice.

Betty Ann Quinn

March 19, 1932 - March 14, 2026

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