Colleen-O'Connell-Obituary

Colleen Elizabeth O'Connell

Allentown, Pennsylvania

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Colleen E. O'Connell 64, of Allentown peacefully passed away on Wednesday March 25, 2020 in her home. On November 22, 1980 she married Barry J. O'Connell to whom she was happily married for 39 years. Born in Allentown, Colleen was the daughter of the late Richard G. and Jean M. (O'Mara) Garger....

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Barry and family,
I was so sad to hear about Colleen's passing. I taught with Colleen for many years at Sheridan. She was so dedicated and deeply cared about her students. Her sense of humor got me through many stressful days.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this sad time.


With deepest sympathy,
Kare Newell

Rick
So very sorry to read of Colleen's death. Sending you hugs and prayers
Louise Holmes

Barry, Ian, Sean,

Trevor and I are very sorry to read about Colleen's passing. A kind, caring loving wife and mother. I will remember her beautiful smile and kindness. We enjoyed many years of watching our boys grow up together in scouting and friendship.

Deepest, heartfelt condolences,

Trevor and Allison McElroy

Barry and boys, Ricky, Sharon and families,

We would like to share our deepest condolences. I have many happy memories, while growing up, of Colleen. I will always remember her calling me "Chucky Boy". May you find comfort during this difficult time.

Chuck Jr. and Family

I am so heartbroken to hear of Colleen's passing. Colleen and I met in second grade and were the very best of friends from that moment through all our years of school. I have countless memories of our friendship from over the years including riding bikes in our neighborhood, swimming every day at Jordan Pool, summer days at the Garfield playground and Romper Day, family outings, sleepovers, school dances, learning how to drive, working at Bucky Boyle Pool and talking on the phone almost every...

Dear Barry, Ian and Sean,

My deepest condolences on the loss of Colleen.y prayers are with at this time.

Karen Christman

I'm very sorry to hear Colleen has passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with Barry and Family during this most difficult time.

To The Colleen O'Connell Family...
So sorry to learn of Colleen's passing. She was an excellent teacher and a delight as a colleague! Also, she had a great sense of humor! Most importantly, she was a lovely human being!
May your positive memories of her and the positive memories of colleagues and friends help to sustain you, during your time of bereavement and beyond.

Heartfelt sympathy...
Anita W. Baten

I was a custodian for colleen for over 12 years at sheridan elementary. what a wonderful person.we had many talks together. i will never forget all the wonderful times we shared.Rest in peace my dear friend. love angelo ardo