Ernest R. Quintin, known as Sam, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday February 5, 2016, surrounded by his family and close friends.
Born at home in New Bedford, he lived there in his early years before moving to Fairhaven.
Sam was the beloved husband and best friend of Louise (Conway) Quintin, his wife of twelve years.
He was a graduate of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School welding program and helped to build Interstate 195. He went on to work for NSTAR for 32 years, retiring as a supervisor.
He attended Grace Gospel Church in Somerset.
Sam was a member of the Acushnet River Safe Boating Club in Fairhaven and enjoyed spending time on his boat, listening to music.
His greatest joy was his family, especially his grandchildren, for whom he dressed up as Santa at family holiday parties and on Christmas Eve, when he made his grand rounds.
He loved to cook and have his family and friends over for gatherings, travel and cruise, watch the New England Patriots, drive his Camaro, and spend time with his dog J.J.
Sam enjoyed being with his extended family, the Dias', spending time and visiting in Florida.
He was always there to help his friends and family, doing everything from handy work to snowplowing.
The family would like to thank Hospice Services of Massachusetts for their care given to Sam during his illness.
Sam is survived by his wife; his mother, Anna Quintin; a daughter, Heather Quintin and her significant other Jason Lafountain; a son, Michael Quintin and his fiancé Thomas Eckert; a stepdaughter, Amy Rapoza; two brothers, Ronald and Robert Quintin; a sister, Patricia Young; his supportive friends, Denise Cooper and Raymond Fauteux; his best friend, Joseph Glenn Costa, who was like a brother; seven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father, Ernest Quintin; a daughter, Deborah Aguiar; and a sister, Gayle Daponte.
His Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday February 10, 2016 at 10 AM in the Saunders-Dwyer Home for Funerals, 495 Park St., New Bedford. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery. Visiting hours will be on Tuesday February 9, 2016 from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Services of Massachusetts, 2527 Cranberry Hwy, Suite D, Wareham, MA 02571. For directions and guestbook please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.