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Sharon A. Conner

1960 - 2013

Sharon Conner Obituary

Sharon A. Conner
Resident of San Jose
Sharon A. Conner passed away on June 11, 2013 at the age of 53. The time of her passing was symbolic. As a dedicated educator she waited until the last day of school to conclude her battle with breast cancer. Sharon is survived by her husband of 31 years, Gary Conner, son David, and daughter Ashley. She is also survived by her parents Barbara and John Ciboci, father Alan Schweissinger, sisters Cathy West and Rebecca Reh, and brother Scott Schweissinger.
In addition to being a loving mother and wife, Sharon was a creative, devoted, and outstanding educator. She always put the children first. During her tenure in the Moreland School District, Sharon was able to reach students at all levels of the learning spectrum and make a lasting impact on their lives.
Sharon had a master's degree in Educational Leadership from San Jose State University and a bachelor's degree from Mary Washington College in Virginia.
Private services were held by her family to remember and honor her life. Many more celebrations of her life will be held throughout the coming months. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Stand Up To Cancer (www.standup2cancer.org) so that others may not have to experience a similar loss.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Jun. 23, 2013.
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Gary, I'm so sorry to learn of Sharon's passing. It was nice knowing her at MWC, and I'm glad I got to visit my only time in San Jose in the early 90's. May you and your family be blessed with loving and good memories.

Liane MacQuarrie Blake

August 1, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful wife and mother. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. May your memories of her being a blessing and comfort to all of you.

With much sympathy,
Jeanne Whitman Kahn

July 12, 2013

While we will miss your physical presence with us everyday, your spirit and legacy will remain in Moreland. Your many many students share and value the lessons you have taught them and co-workers remember your kindness, patience and assistance in helping them be the best that they can be. They will pass the benefits of your knowledge of exemplary education on for years. You will be with us. I will miss our incredible friendship but that too remains in my heart and I know that soon the tears will become smiles and a warm comfortable feeling as I dwell on times past. I am blessed to have had your friendship and guidance over the years. Til' we meet again my friend...

Cathy

June 23, 2013

Beautifully written Conner Family!

Heather Scharer

June 23, 2013

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