Mr. Peter "Pete" Quinley

September 17, 1961 - May 20, 2021

Quinley – Peter “Pete” Quinley, age 59, of Glen St. Mary, Florida, went to his Heavenly home on May 20, 2021 at Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born September 17, 1961 to Janice Bartlett and the late George Quinley. Pete was raised in Jacksonville, Florida and attended Nathan B. Forrest High School. He was truly passionate about helping others and was known for his sweet spirit. Early on, Pete volunteered as a Firefighter at the Jacksonville Wesconnett Fire Department and became a certified Emergency Medical Technician. In 1981, Pete served as a Paramedic and Director for the Baker County Rescue until 1988. He was hired at Jacksonville Fire and Rescue as a Firefighter / Paramedic, then promoted to Engineer and finally to Lieutenant. He worked for Dr. Jimenez as a Surgical Technician in Baker County for several years as well as a Flight Medic for Baptist Medical Center from 1985-1988. Pete was a leader by nature who was dedicated to serving his community and to helping anyone in need. He met the love of his life, Elaine Sue Williams, and they were happily married on April 6, 1999. Pete was a devoted husband, loving father, Pop Pop, brother, son, uncle, and friend. While still working with Jacksonville Fire and Rescue, Pete volunteered with the Baker County Sheriff’s Office as their Reserve Sergeant and SWAT Medic, and later was employed as their Emergency Operations Manager until 2017. Pete also worked for many years as a Funeral Service Assistant with Ferreira Funeral Services. In March of 2016, Pete retired from Jacksonville Fire and Rescue. Beginning in 2019, he was hired as Assistant Fire Chief for Baker County Fire/Rescue. Pete loved his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and honored his Pastor by willingly protecting him and any attendees at Glen Baptist Church as a member of their Security team. Pete enjoyed playing drums and even used his talents during worship services over the years. He also enjoyed driving the church bus for events, listening to 70’s music, and enjoying his favorite sweet treats, hot and ready Krispy Kreme donuts and oreos. Pete is preceded in death by his father. Pete is survived by his adoring wife, Elaine Sue Quinley of Glen St. Mary, FL; mother, Janice Baldwin of Glen St. Mary, FL; daughters, Danielle Quinley and Brittany (Dusty) Brown both of Jacksonville, FL, Emilee (John David) Peterson of Sanderson, FL, and Anna (Anthony) Rodriguez of Lakeland, FL; his sisters, Kathy Quinley and Jennifer (Hiram) Figueroa both of Jacksonville, FL; brothers-in-law, Rick (Judy) Coram of Jacksonville, FL, Ron (Pauline) Coram of Brandon, FL, and Rob (Shari) Coram of Plant City, FL; sisters-in-law, Rhonda (Allen) Hawkins and Patti (Ron) Lusk both of Brandon, FL; grandchildren, Levi, Adley, Brave, Isla, Maverick, and Elyse; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Pete’s Life will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at Glen Baptist Church with Pastors Dusty Brown, Chas Rowland, Rick, Ron, and Rob Coram officiating. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm at the church. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. TODD FERREIRA FUNERAL SERVICES, 250 North Lowder Street, Macclenny, FL 32063 (904)259-5700. Visit www.ferreirafuneralservices.com to sign the family’s guest book.