Harry Thomas Quay

Harry "Hat" Thomas Quay of Alliance, Ohio passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born on June 20, 1946 to the late Delbert and Eleatha (Scott) Quay. Harry graduated from Alliance High School in 1966. 

He served in the Marine Corps 3rd Bn 26th Marine Lima Company for two years while being stationed in Khe Sanh in the Republic Of Vietnam. He received several accommodations for his extraordinary heroism in action to include: Presidential Citation, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 1*, Vietnam Campaign Medal with device and the Purple Heart. Harry worked at Sancap Abrasive (22 years), Kuntzman Trucking, and United Hard Chrome. He was a Lifetime member of B.P.O. Elks 467, American Legion Post 76, VFW, and Stonecold Motorcycle Club. Harry was an avid golfer, played softball for several years, bowled in multiple leagues, drag racing and riding his motorcycle. He spent time watching the Cleveland Browns, The Tribe, and Ohio State Buckeyes.

Harry was married to Loma (Clough) Quay for 55 years, having wed on January 24, 1970. Together, they raised two daughters, Stephanie Quay and Abbey Leonard (Darren Cugini). Harry was proud of his family and loved being a grandpa to Ashley Stolicny (Chris), Quardell Quay, and Jarek Leonard and great grandchildren Christopher Stolicny Jr. and Genesis Stolicny. He had a special bond with his dog Lulu. Over the past 30 years Harry never missed attending his grandchildren's sporting events cheering them on and always offering coaching advice. He is also survived by his brother Harvey (Dale) Karp of Kearny, N.J., special aunt Elaine Marth, of Lakemore, F.L., several cousins and special family member Jason Leonard.

Family and friends will be received on Friday May 9, 2025 at 5:00pm at Sebring American Legion Post 76 with Military Honors at 6:15pm. Per Harry's request, a Celebration of Life will immediately follow. If you knew "Hat" you would know he wanted a party with Motown playing and everyone enjoying fellowship. Casual dress welcome and "hats" encouraged.