Joseph D. Quinlivan

Joseph “Joe” D. Quinlivan, 85, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully January 2, 2026, with his family by his side.

Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Joe lived a life defined by hard work, service, and devotion to his family. He proudly served in the United States Navy as a nuclear weapons specialist aboard the USS Ticonderoga, a role that reflected his intelligence, courage, and sense of duty.

Following his military service in 1962, Joe drove Semi’s for United Parcel Service, upon his retirement in 1998 he had 36 yrs of accident-free driving while logging more than a million miles. Known for his strong work ethic, he approached every responsibility with dedication and pride. No matter the weather, he ALWAYS made it home to his family.

In 2008 Joe and Ann moved permanently to Ocala, FL to enjoy their retirement after residing 40 years in Rutland, MA.

Joe was a man of many interests and simple joys. He had a lifelong love of breeding and racing homing pigeons, he also took great pride in breeding AKC registered beagles, and found happiness hunting, fishing and golfing, where he was proud to have made a hole in one! He was admired for being clever and witty, always ready with a sharp remark or a knowing smile.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Ann Marie (Pitisci) Quinlivan; his three children Mariann and her husband Norman Allain of Leicester; Joseph Jr. and his wife Gina Quinlivan of Oakham and Kathleen Quinlivan-Beck and her husband Brian Beck of Charlton; his cherished grandchildren Benjamin and Nicole Allain, Erin and Nicholas Quinlivan, Cutter and Quinn Beck; his brother Thomas (Anne) Quinlivan, as well as nieces, nephews and in-laws.

He was predeceased by his parents James S. and Bridget M. (Sullivan) Quinlivan, his siblings James Quinlivan and Ann M. Fitzgerald, and his sister-in-law Joan Nugent Quinlivan.

Services will be held on Sunday January 25, 2026, at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden, MA with calling hours 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 3:00 p.m.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Marion County, especially Tamika Burke for all the care and support provided, as well as the tight knit Rolling Greens community for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Marion County PO Box 4860, Ocala, FL 34478-4860 or online at https://hospiceofmarion.org/donate/

Joe’s strength, humor, guidance and unwavering love for his family will be deeply missed and forever remembered.