Minnie Schlinkmann

Minnie Lee Schlinkmann, age 90, of Quincy, died on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 in the Sunset Home. She was born on February 24, 1929 in Philadelphia, Missouri the daughter of Elva Lee Harsell. She married John Schlinkmann on March 18, 1954. He preceded her in death in 2002.
Minnie worked at Gardner Denver for many years. She later worked at The Labor News and then at the Blessing Hospital Tea Room. She was a graduate of the Gem City Business College.

Minnie was the 1982 Quincy Exchange Club Golden Deeds Award Winner. In earlier years she was very active with the Berrian School PTA.

Minnie is survived by:
TWO SONS: Michael Schlinkmann and his wife Chris Wiewel of Quincy and John Schlinkman also of Quincy.
SON-IN-LAW: Jim Williamson of Georgia
ONE GRANDSON: Stephen Schlinkmann

Minnie was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter Leslie Williamson.

There will be no formal services. A private burial at Greenmount Cemetery will take place at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Huntington’s Disease Society. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

7 Comments

  1. Terry and Brenda Wilson on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Mike and JR, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Minnie. She was a great lady and always smiling. Our prayers are with you at this time.

  2. Karen Watters on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Mike & JR, I am so sorry for your loss. Minnie was a sweet and fun lady. Always smiling whenever I’d happen to run into her. I believe she is at peace with Leslie and your Dad. I hope that can give you comfort at this time.

  3. Wanda O'Hara on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Mike and family

    To Minnie’s family,
    You have our Deepest Sympathy.
    We had many good time at Berrian PTA. Also knew Minnie from the Tea Room at the hospital.

    Sincerely,
    Don and Wanda O’Hara

  4. Calleen Kamphaus on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    It was an honor to work with her at Blessing. She was always very kind hearted and truly loved people.

  5. sue (young) straley on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Mike and J.R., I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I had a lot of good times in her house with Leslie when we were kids. Thinking of you in this sorrowful time.

  6. Angela on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    Minnie was such a kind and generous lady. I enjoyed working with her at the Tearoom for many years. I’m very sorry for your loss.

  7. Lisa on November 16, 2022 at 5:11 pm

    I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to all the family. Minnie was a wonderful lady and it truly was a pleasure getting to know her

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