Charles Quigley

"His lord said to him, 'Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a little, I will set you over much; enter into the joy of your master.'" Matthew 25:21 Charles (Charlie) Thomas Quigley, age 87, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Born on June 9, 1938, in Bronxville, NY, Charlie lived a life devoted to family and service. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Angeline “Jean”, his children, Susan Suhling (husband Greg), Dr. Michael Quigley (wife Kim), Christine and Brian, and beloved grandchildren Mallory, Ted, Maddie and Marissa Charlie lived most of his younger years in Mt. Vernon, New York, and graduated from Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY in 1957. As a 22-year Navy veteran, Charlie began service with the Navy Reserves while in high school and retired as a Senior Chief Petty Officer. After his Naval career, Charlie went on to receive a diploma from DeVry Institute of Technology, completed his Associate of Science Degree, and obtained his Certificate of Qualification for Adult Education Instructor with California Community Colleges. He continued his service to the Navy for another 18 years as Training Coordinator and then Associate Dean of a Great Lakes Navy Technical School. Charlie was a long-time active member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where he served as a member of the Knights of Columbus (4th Degree), Usher, religious education teacher, lector, and Eucharistic Minister. He also was active with the Boy Scouts. Growing up Charlie was a lone Boston Red Sox fan in a house of Yankee fans. When he moved to Illinois, he transferred his suffering to become a Cubs fan. However, he was able to witness a dream he never thought he would see. He and his oldest son Mike got to attend a Cubs World Series game in 2016! A memorial gathering will be 4 - 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Ringa Funeral Home in Lake Villa. Additional visitation time will be at Prince of Peace Church on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 10 - 11 a.m. Mass will begin at 11 a.m. Mass will be lived streamed here: https://evt.live/charles-quigley A long-time supporter of St. Jude Hospital, a memorial donation may be made in Charlie’s honor. Charlie was a strong, compassionate, and loyal man of deep faith, unwavering character, and quiet strength. He spent his life in service not just to his country, but to his family, his faith and community. He led with integrity, stood firm in his values, and lived with humility and purpose. Charlie’s legacy will continue to inspire all who knew him. His gentle spirit and steady presence will be deeply missed.

Charles Quigley

June 9, 1938 - June 28, 2025

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