Donald Joseph O'Hara Sr.

Donald O'Hara Obituary

Donald Joseph O'Hara Sr1935 ~ 2004 "Loving husband, father, grandpa (PopPop), great-grandpa, brother, and friend" Donald Joseph O'Hara Sr. 69, passed into the eternities Sunday, Oct. 17, 2004 in Salt Lake City, Utah.Donald was born May 16, 1935 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Joseph John and Josephine Louise O'Hara. He married Norma DeFiore, later divorced. He then met and married his eternal sweetheart Lillian Daley O'Hara in the Los Angeles, California Temple. Donald was very proud to be an American and Veteran. He honorably served his country as a United States Marine during the Korean War receiving numerous awards and decorations. He loved and enjoyed his family and friends very much, especially his grandbabies. He is survived by: his wife, Lillian Daley O'Hara, his children, Christine (Deuce) Holliman; Randy (Vickie) O'Hara, John Brian O'Hara, Robert (Kathleen) O'Hara, Michael (Elaine) O'Hara, Donna (Mike) Wilcox, and Donald J. (Summer) O'Hara II; son-in-law Robert Anderson; his 26 grandchildren and three great-grand-children; his brothers, Joseph (Gina) O'Hara, Jim (Yvonne) O'Hara, and sister, Kathleen (Frank) Moody. His parents and a daughter, Lillian preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 21, 2004 11:00 a.m. at the Eastdell LDS Chapel 2300 E. 9800 So. Friends may call Wed., Oct 20, 2004 at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd. (7600 S.) from 6-8 p.m. and the day of the services at the church from 10-10:45 a.m. Interment Payson City Cemetery, 805 East 400 North, Payson, Utah "Semper Fi"

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Published by Deseret News on Oct. 19, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald O'Hara

11 Entries

Laura Yates

October 26, 2004

Our hearts go out to you and all your family for your loss of Don. Stay strong and enjoy your life until you can be with him again. Laura and Doug Yates

Donna Wilcox

October 24, 2004

My dearest dad, I already miss you so much. It is selfish of me to want you here, I am thankful your long-time suffering is finally over and you are free of pain and suffering. I believe I will see you again. I know you will be with me always. I will miss your beautiful voice singing, now you are joined by the choir of Angels. I love you Dad. Prepare a place for me...till we meet again, your loving daughter, Donna.

Kent John

October 20, 2004

Lillian,

I am so sorry to hear of you loss.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Connie & Jim

October 20, 2004

Lil,

Just a note to let you know your in our prayers and thoughts. We both share your loss and will miss Don too. A great friend and awesome inspiration! Our life has been fuller with you both in it! Love and prayers always.

Randy and Dixie Destromp

October 19, 2004

Our prayers are with you Lillian and to all of your family. Knowing Don is free from his pain and now watching over you, You remember all the love and happiness he brought to you and your family. And you will continue to have a long and happy life. I will always be thinking of you. Randy and Dixie

Donald O'Hara II

October 19, 2004

Dad, I will miss you terribly and cannot wait for the day that we will reunite. My son's will miss going on rides with their PopPop. Dad, you were my hero! Love your son, Donald

Robyn Jensen

October 19, 2004

We already knew the O'Haras having lived in the Ward for two years prior to moving across the street. As our trailer full of furniture backed into the driveway of our new home, there was Don in his wheelchair and a pitcher of lemonade balanced on his lap. He invited us over for goodies, too. I later found out that all the neighborhood kids had his "number", too. Anytime a sweet moment hit, they were ringing his doorbell in hopes he would offer them something to tide them over until mealtime. I saw him last week driving down the sidewalk on Wimbleton. He greeted me with his customary broad smile. I jumped out of the car just to get a good look at him and chatted for a minute. Hadn't seen him that well for a while. I told Lorne this morning that Don was probably jumping up and down right now saying, "Don't worry about me. Loook I can walk! It is beautiful here and I can hardly wait until you can be here, too." We love you very much, Lillian, and know how hard it is to let go. Even tho it is a cliche--he really is in a better place.

Jeff Clawson

October 19, 2004

Just a note from a neighbor and client, I was fortunate to know Don and will miss him terribly. His professional service as a CPA and his generosity as a friend will always shine through.

Dianne Warner-Kearney, President

October 19, 2004

On behalf of the members of the US Marine Corps League Auxiliary, Cpl. Robert M. Sawaya Unit #447, Salt Lake City, UT, we wish to express our condolences at your loss. We want to express our appreciation and gratitude for the sacrafices Mr. O'Hara made while serving in the USMC to ensure our country's freedoms were protected and perserved. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Alan Daley

October 19, 2004

My thoughts and prayers our with my dear cousin Lillian and her family. I have many fond memories of Don and his friendship with my family.

Kenneth Muztafago

October 19, 2004

Rejoice, for you have returned to you heavenly Father! You will no longer endure any disability, handicap, pain and distress of death. Rest now my beloved friend, for today you are among your celestial family. I pray that peace comes to those that have remained here to finish their Father's work. Until we are reunited again, God Bless you and your family.

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