Photo courtesy of Donnellan Family Funeral Services
Our deepest condolences to all of you on the passing of your
darling mother. She was a gift to all who knew her. Her warmth and loyal friendship are not forgotten.
Rita Holloway and family
February 24, 2015
Such a classy lady who always had a smile and a good word to say about anything or anyone. My heart and prayers go out to your entire family at this very difficult time.
Kathy Vaillancourt
September 24, 2014 | Montreal,, QC
A great lady you were, in the times we met you always had a smile and always laughing and good things to say. Everyone will miss you.
Iris Conde
September 23, 2014 | Lombard, IL
Thank you Betty for all you have done for us and so many other people. You were the most gracious and classiest woman we have known. You and Hal may now enjoy eternity together.
Bob and Jan Holden
September 16, 2014 | Aurora, IL
To a wonderful lady who always greeted with a huge smile. May you rest in peace. My prayers and thoughts are with the family as well during this time.
Maria and Allan Grant
September 15, 2014 | Calgary, AB
Betty O'Connor and her husband Hal were the nicest members at Imperial Golf Club. I always looked forward to seeing them because of their graciousness and kindness.
Greg Hibbard
September 14, 2014
Too the best lady, I ever took care off...may you enjoy driving with your husband in your Bently convert able....of course it had too be Orange--Red.....wih Carmel interior....
only you.. Can pull that off. Oh, we can't forget the gym shoes.... Now go....for that drive....don't forget too wave when you See me...love you ...Renee
Renee Radcliffe
September 13, 2014 | Naples, FL
Betty Grace O'Connor nee McMillan of Lake Forest, IL and Naples Fl. It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Betty O?Connor on September 9, 2014 in Naples Fla. The unyielding example of her amazing strength, generous spirit, and infectious love for life inspires and brings comfort as we remember and mourn her. She is lovingly remembered by her children Jan Hoban, Bill (Julie) O'Connor, Cathy (Paul) Michaelson; treasured grandchildren: Katelyn(Andy) Leighton, Sean Hoban, Will Michaelson, Lindsay Michaelson, Annie Michaelson, Maggie O'Connor, Daniel O'Connor and Erin O'Connor and her sweet great grandchildren: Elliot and Alice Leighton. She was predeceased by the love of her life and adoring husband of 64 years, Harold O'Connor, her grandson Baby Billy O'Connor, and her three sisters. Betty was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. As a young bride she moved to Montreal, Quebec in 1949 in support of her husband's career at Canadian National Railway. There she and Hal started their family, she learned to drive a car, and she took up the sport of curling. Betty quickly became an exceptional curler and held the position of skip for her team, earning her Glenmore Curling Club team mention in the South Shore News on several occasions. In 1968 the family moved to Lake Forest, Illinois. After their move, Betty and Hal made new friends through the sports they loved, joining North Shore Country Club and spending their leisure time there golfing, curling and socializing. Betty found great joy in any social setting and easily made friends with her infectious and sincere laugh. In 1976, Betty and Hal found Naples, Florida where they settled for retirement and continued golfing enthusiastically at Imperial Golf Club. Betty served as the President of 18-hole Ladies Golf Association in 1995 and ?96 at Imperial. Betty often remarked on what a blessed life she lived. She and Hal travelled throughout the world, mostly with cherished friends on golf tours. Often, they would revisit some of their favorite destinations with their entire family to celebrate momentous occasions such as birthdays or their 50th wedding anniversary. Her last big adventure was traveling with all 17 members of her family to Ireland to celebrate her 90th birthday just last month. Her greatest joy in life was to be with family, all of whom will miss her dearly. The family would like to say a special thanks to Renee Radcliffe, Betty?s dear caregiver her last few months of life. Renee cared for Betty as if she were her own mother and was with her, holding her hand and comforting her until the end. We will be forever grateful for Renee.
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