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Ronald O'Connell Obituary
O'CONNELL, Ronald E.
(Age 76)
Passed away of pancreatic cancer, surrounded by family, on February 4, 2011. He was born on November 23, 1934 in San Francisco, CA. Ron served his country proudly in the Navy during the Korean War and later became a top contract salesman at General Electric. Ron is survived by his wife, Maureen; sons, Barry O'Connell of Spokane, WA, Rusty O'Connell of Newcastle, CA, James O'Connell of Leavenworth, WA, Steven K. of California; daughters, Lori Anne Pittman of Petaluma, CA, and Kristen O'Connell of Sacramento, CA; and 9 grandchildren. Memorial service will be at 4:00PM on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at Spokane 1st Nazarene Church, Country Homes Blvd. Spokane, WA.
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Ron & Brenda Buckingham
March 10, 2011
Ron was an amazing man that we will all miss. He made us laugh, showed us unconditional love, and in many ways was a second Daddy to us. Can't wait for the day when we all get together in Heaven for lasagna and rootbeer islands!
Janet Jay-DeGraw
March 10, 2011
Ron was such a wonderful person. Ron and Maureen just embraced Gary and I when we moved back to Auburn, and even went on a cruise together with our kids. Those are such great memories! He was truely a great host!
Mark Inklebarger
March 5, 2011
I will always remember Ron's happy disposition, smile and many wonderful stories. He was a one of a kind guy. I am sure he is enjoying himself in heaven!!!
Rachael
March 4, 2011
Ron will be very missed by the staff at Chase (WaMu) Northpointe. Our love and best wishes go out to Maurine and the family.
~Rachael
February 16, 2011
The Ladies and Gentlemen of the Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Ronald E. O'Connell for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Linda Anne House, Founding Member
Lavonne, Dianne and Susan Sweeny
February 15, 2011
Maureen:
Sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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