Geraldine Quinn

Geraldine Quinn passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026. She was born December 13, 1944 to the late Emmitt and Naomi Dade, in Circleville, Ohio. She worked for, and retired from RCA. In her retirement, Geraldine enjoyed her family, friends and activities at Walnut Trace.

Geraldine was the First Woman Deaconess of Second Baptist Church. Her favorite scriptures were Psalm 23 and 34, and her favorite book to read was the Bible. Geraldine had a deep love of fashion, wanting to be a model when she grew up. She loved shopping, especially at Macys, and always looked chic and polished. An avid sports fan, Geraldine loved watching the Cleveland Browns and the OSU Buckeyes. She was affectionately nicknamed “Jitterbug” for her love of dancing.

Geraldine was very outgoing and loved by many. She was a devoted wife of 54 years to her late husband, George Quinn Sr., who doted on her and loved her dearly, affectionately calling her “Raquel”. They loved trips to the racetrack and Vegas. Geraldine was also a loving and supporting mother to five wonderful children. Geraldine had an abundance of friends, never meeting a stranger. They all share fond memories of her laughter, honesty, and lively personality.

Our beloved Geraldine Quinn is proceeded in death by parents Emmitt and Naomi Dade, brothers Gerald and Howard Dade, and sister Caroline Brazil. She is survived by her brother Steven Dade and sister, Brenda Dade, her children, Dwayne Anthony Smith (now deceased), Deborah Thomas, Kimberly (Rocky) Keels, Alicia (Alton) Idowu and George Anthony (Kiwana) Quinn, Jr., as well as 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

She will be missed however we know she is with the love of her life, celebrating their reunion and dancing on the golden streets in heaven. Funeral services will be on Monday, June 22, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wellman Funeral Home, Circleville with burial to follow in Forest Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 11-1. Online condolences can be made at www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com.