Quinn Driscoll touched so many lives in his short life, that was taken so suddenly on June 10, 2009.  We know so many of you have shared memories with him and we encourge you to share them and photos you have of him with his family on this site. 

Cards and Condolenses can be sent to

The Driscoll Family:  PO Box 87171,  Vancouver, WA  98687

Donations to Quinn's memorial fund can also be sent here or dropped off at any  First Independant Bank.  These funds will be used to promote awareness of heart disease and the importance of heart screening in young athletes.

Quinn James Driscoll, 13, of Vancouver, died on June 10, 2009, while running on the track at Wy’East Middle School during PE class. Quinn’s sudden and tragic death was caused by an undiagnosed heart condition. Quinn’s heart has been sent to the Mayo Clinic for further analysis to determine the exact cause. Even after death, Quinn continues to give, as his heart will be used for research and his tissues have been donated to adorn the lives of others. Quinn was born in Vancouver on June 28, 1995 and was a life-long resident. Quinn attended Marion Elementary School and was an 8th grader at Wy’East Middle School. Quinn was to attend Mt. View High School in the fall and was already participating in football practices. Quinn was an active student athlete participating in baseball, football and basketball. Quinn’s life was greatly enriched by school and participation over the years on several sports teams, clubs and organizations. He loved every minute of being in school, on the field or on a court and was blessed by being mentored by countless teachers, coaches, volunteers, umpires, referees, parents and family friends. Thanks to all of you who helped shape a wonderful young man. In his short life Quinn established everlasting friendships that will continue forever. To his best friend Jacob, "big brother" Zach Smith, Conner, Brandon, Corey, "my hero" Corbett, "KP", "KJ, Katie and to all that are in his amazing circle, please live life to its fullest and strive to be great, as failure should never be an option. Quinn was preceded in death by his grandmother Kathy Migas. Quinn is survived by his parents Scott and Kelly and his loving sisters Kaylyn and Colleen. Grandfather Tony Migas of Vancouver, grandparents Jim and Joanne Driscoll of Madison Wisconsin and great-grandmother Dorothy Driscoll of Madison Wisconsin. Uncles, Aunts, cousins and family friends; Tony Migas and Trish Arnold (Patrick and Conner) of Vancouver, Tom and Rebecca Migas of Boise Idaho, Dan and Holly Migas (Daniel and Luke) of Tualatin Oregon, David Migas (Patrick) of LaCenter, Patrick Migas and Rachel Zack of Bellingham, Erin O’Leary (thank you Jay!) of Lynwood, Chris Driscoll (Paddy, Kieran, Cael and Brenna) of Madison Wisconsin, Tony and Ronna Ueber (AJ, Ashley and Ava) of Vancouver, Zach Bax of Vancouver, Ralph Stevens of Vancouver, Chris Smith of Vancouver and his "Uncle Johnny", John Kokott of Madison Wisconsin. A very special thank you the amazing faculty and staff at Wy’East, the Vancouver Fire Department, AMR, Vancouver PD, SWWMC, Evergreen School District and the tireless work of those who volunteer their time to help others in a time of crisis. Quinn’s public memorial service will take place on June 16, 2:00 PM at Summit View Church, 7701 NE 182nd Ave Vancouver, WA. Donations can be made to the Quinn Driscoll Memorial Fund c/o First Independent Bank. All donations will be used to promote awareness of heart disease.

“ "I will" "In a Sec" "Failure is not an option" "Feel the burn" ”

Quinn

A Collection of Comments...

  • Quinn you came into this world with a large heart (birth weight 10 lbs.) and you left it large with all the love and campassion you had for others. You were so blessed with your parents and your sisters, who helped form the amazing guy that you turned into. You can never see the reason such loving and good people are taken from us so young and so early. But what comforts me now is knowing that you touched me and so many with your huge heart and the memories of you from that first day your mom brought you home to the last time i saw you. You will never be forgotten. I know you are vistiing with your Grama O'Leary - Migas and now she will be able to love you, hug you and kiss you...which we will all miss doing, but i find comfort in knowing she can. Love you, Aunt Erin

    Posted by Jay Gerow on June 11, 2009 12:48 pm

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Highlights

  • Born: 1995

    Vancouver, Washington
    United States

  • Interests

    Baseball, Football, Basketball, Astronomy, Academics (Math? Not so much:), Band, Music of all kinds, Friends and Family, "Texting" and a love of observing and participating in nature and being in the outdoors, taking every moment as it came. He loved a good thunder or snow storm. He really enjoyed playing in the backyard with his little sister Colleen.