Kelly Eugene Quillen

1963 - 2017

Kelly Eugene Quillen obituary, 1963-2017

BORN

1963

DIED

2017

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Kelly Quillen Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 12, 2017.

Kelly Eugene Quillen, 54, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Hospice of the Piedmont. Kelly was born on July 10, 1963 in Fayetteville, NC, the son of Harry Eugene and Linda Bomar Quillen. He graduated from E.C. Glass High School in Lynchburg, VA in 1981 and received his degree in Finance from Virginia Tech in 1985. He was a member of Phi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He enjoyed watching football, hiking with his friends, and spending time with his family. He served as Vice President of At Home Care. He was a loving husband, father, brother and friend to many. He will be deeply missed.
Kelly was preceded in death by his father. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 32 years, Diane Engel Quillen of the home; two daughters, Sarah and Katie Quillen, both of Greensboro, NC; mother, Linda Bomar Colinger of Lynchburg, VA; sisters, Laurie Quillen of Lynchburg, VA and Valerie Quillen of Las Vegas, NV.
A Celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, September 17, 3:00 pm at Hanes Lineberry Sedgefield Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

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September 18, 2017

Tammy (Jospeh)Cravotta

Dear Diane and family, our thoughts and prayers are sent as we continue to celebrate Kelly. He was a wonderful person and his love will live on your hearts and memories.

September 17, 2017

Elizabeth Barr

Dear Diane,
I am so terribly sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, and our classmate, Kelly. I will always remember his spirit and laughter in Touch of Glass. I saw the picture of the guys on Facebook, but didn't realize what they were gathering for. Sending thoughts and prayers.

September 17, 2017

Alice and Frank Shealy

Diane and Family,
We are so sad to learn of Kelly's passing today . If we had known we would have attended the celebration of life for him. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.

September 17, 2017

Mike & Mindy Cornelison

Diane, Mike & I are so very sorry to hear of Kelly's passing. We know you & your daughters are devastated at this loss . Mike & I remember Ron Crouch introducing us to you & Kelly at Sedgefield. We always enjoyed being with y'all . We live in SC now but would really like to be there to give you a big hug. Once again , we are so very sorry.

September 17, 2017

Jane & Art Kirby

Diane and family,
We just heard and are so sorry about Kelly's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

September 17, 2017

Wade Wright

Diane and family - so sorry that I cannot be there for Kelly's celebration of life. He was a great friend, teammate, and fellow Hokie. I pray that all of you can find peace after his passing by focusing on all of the good things about him.

September 17, 2017

Jeff Brockman

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys,

September 16, 2017

Kathy Everhart

Diane, Sarah and Katie. Can't begin to tell you what a great husband/father you had, and you already know that. He was such a kind, humble, generous and loving person that made such a memorable impression on so many. You will sorely miss him, but remember, he has gained his angel wings and we will all meet again in heaven. Much love to you and may God hold you in his hands as you travel through this journey.

September 16, 2017

Bettye Lee

Diane and girls, I was saddened when Kevin told me about Kelly. It seems like it was only yesterday when Rodney died. Please know that I will have you in my prayers

September 15, 2017

Dawn Stutts

Diane and family, so sorry for your loss. It seems like just yesterday I was calling on Kelly at IHFC. We are all in shock, and know his tender heart will be missed greatly. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

September 15, 2017

Randy and Janet Kiser

We are so sorry to hear about Kelly's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Diane and the girls. May God bless you and comfort you during this loss.

September 15, 2017

Mandy Alley

Diane I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Kelly. Thinking of you and your family and praying for comfort and strength in the days and weeks ahead.

September 14, 2017

Portia Douglas-Davis

Attended E. C. Glass High School together and was totally shocked immediately recognizing your name, "Diane Engel". You, your daughters and the Quillen Family have my sincere condolences during your loss. May God Bless and keep you. R.I.P. Kelly.

September 14, 2017

Tim Johnson

Kelly,

Your spirit will always be with Diane, your family and friends. You will always be apart of their lives, you will always be loved and remembered forever.

Peace to you, Diane and your family

September 14, 2017

Whit Clark

My thoughts and prayers to Diane, Sarah and Katie his family and friends. I grew up with Kelly from elementary school through high school. Kelly was a gifted athlete and always had a smile on his face. I will miss you. RIP my brother.

September 14, 2017

Tim Wuttke

Diane,I am so sorry for your loss !!! my heart goes out to you and your family.God Bless!!!

September 14, 2017

john mccall

john McCall & Julie
got to meet Kelly thru chris alford they came and had news years with him and his friends at our house, I know ( my brother inlaw) thought a whole lot of Kelly ,chris picks good friends our deepest thoughts are with his family. jwm

September 14, 2017

Andy Hudnell

Diane, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Kelly. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family as you move forward.

September 14, 2017

Randy & Michelle Allison

RIP Kelly. Condolences to all family and friends from Randy & Michelle Allison.

September 14, 2017

Janet Reed Davis

Diane, my heart goes out to you and your daughters. I was amazed and inspired that you and Kelly found each other in high school, lived a joyful life and raised 2 beautiful daughters. Kelly's zest for life will forever live in all of you. Sending loving thoughts and prayers your way.

September 13, 2017

Katie Larson Landon Hunsucker

God bless you Diane, and girls. No words but lots of love and prayers for all of you. TRULY thinking of all of you with peaceful prayers.

September 13, 2017

Colleen Whitted

Diane so sorry for the loss of KELLY,I haven't seen the two of you in forever,but I remember his wonderful smile and laughter. Always ready for a good time. Oh how he tolerated us huh? My prayers are with you and the girls. He's gone to soon. Such a young age.love ya girl!

September 13, 2017

Janice Pittman

Dearest Katie - Uncle Fred and I are so deeply sadden by the loss of your Dad. We did not know him, but I see your smile on his face. I also know that your Dad and your Mom raised a loving, smart, caring and fun-spirited young woman in you...We send you and your entire family lot's of love at this sad time and moving forward as we all must do when we loose people that we can not imagine living without.
Love,
Janice and Fred Pittman

September 13, 2017

Angela Combs

So sorry to here this my heart goes out to you and the girls prayers going up

September 13, 2017

Steve & Susan Cox

Teachers are not supposed to have to go to services for their students. Kelly was in TOG at E. C. Glass and a fun person to be around. He will be remembered, especially that infamous trip to D.C. Will never forget seeing him and Sam just sitting on the curb waiting for the rest of us. We are saddened by this loss.

September 13, 2017

Diane, We at Guilford Woman Magazine send our deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family on the loss of your beloved husband and father, Kelly. His passing was such a shock to learn about.

May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you all. Suzy Dubel, Margie Crabtree

September 13, 2017

Mel Parker

My sincere thoughts and heart felt sympathy to Kelly's family and friends, I knew and worked with Kelly and many of his friends in sports activities at Linkhorne Middle School, in Lynchburg, VA.
Mel Parker

September 13, 2017

Kay Worsham- Martin

Went to Glass together . He was a very popular and likable person. May his memories live on through Diane and his girls. Cherish all the memories..
My prayers go out to his family.

September 13, 2017

Kay Worsham- Martin

Went to Glass together . He was a very popular and likable person. May his memories live on through Diane and his girls. Cherish all the memories..
My prayers go out to his family.

September 13, 2017

Lolita Smith-Byers

We went to E.C.Glass together and he was a very sweet guy in High School...He will be missed....RIP..my fellow Hilltopper.

September 13, 2017

Ed Boylan

On behalf of the Boylan family, I want to extend our thoughts and prayers to the Quillen family. Kelly was a great guy and a wonderful friend. We have fond memories of him growing up in Lynchburg! God's blessings on the Quillen family!

September 13, 2017

Jackie Ruff Zeigler

To Diane, your daughters, family and so many friends. I am so sorry for your loss May God bless and comfort you in the days month and years to come. We try to figure out why death comes to our loved ones but just remember the great times you shared and know you will see Kelly again one day. RIP Kelly

September 13, 2017

Susanne Stagg Cooper

Diane, Valerie, Laurie and Family,

I'm sorry for loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your grief.

September 13, 2017

Susan Amowitz-Schlossberg

Diane and girls,
One of the unique qualities about growing up in Lynchburg (at least in our generation) is that everyone seems to know everyone. People today don't realize that and how lucky we were to have enjoyed that experience. As Ed Lovern eloquently stated, with Kelly, everyone seemed to know and to like him. Kelly and I go way back to Junior High days. His vibrancy and love of life could fill the room and make one smile. His death has touched so many of his former classmates in ways unimaginable. Diane, we love you. Girls, I lost my dad when I was in high school and know the pain you are experiencing. I'm so very sorry. I do believe that he is still with you-and if you allow yourselves, you will feel his presence from time to time. You have LOTS of surrogate uncles (your dad's friends) and know that they will help you as best as they can. Please know that you aren't alone in the grieving process. Thinking of you all and sending much love.

September 13, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Quillen Family. We got to know the Quillens when our daughter swam for GSA. So sorry for the news of Kelly's passing. We will continue to lift up your family in prayer.

Linda, Ronnie and Sabrina Robertson

September 13, 2017

Randy Wooden

Very sorry to learn of Kelly's passing. He was a friend to many and will be greatly missed. Prayers and thoughts with his family at this time.

September 13, 2017

Susan Hanner

I'm so very sorry for all who knew and loved Kelly. One thing is for sure, he loved his girls!!

Posted by Susan Hanner

September 13, 2017

Timothy Ayres

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

September 13, 2017

Ed Lovern

Kelly seemed to have the ability to create a special, warm relationship with everyone he knew. I met Kelly in first grade and went through high school with him. Even from the time we were six, I always felt a connection with Kelly and that he was a friendly, caring soul. It seemed like everyone felt that same special connection with him. Even though I hadn't seen Kelly in years (other than on Facebook), it is such an unbelievable shock to hear of his passing. I feel so sad for Diane and their daughters. Please know that many of us knew that Kelly was a very special person who made the world a better place.

September 13, 2017

Sam and Jo Ann Tucker

We are so sorry for your loss, your family is in our prayers and thoughts.

September 12, 2017

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Tommy Smothers

I was saddened to hear of Kelly's death. He was a great friend and he will be missed by all who knew him!

September 12, 2017

Don Gilchrist

Kelly was such an enthusiastic person and always with a smile. He will be missed. Best Regards, Don Gilchrist

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