O'Connor, Lynette Sue (Miller) Born 9/19/53 and was released from this life on 5/31//08. She is now soaring, singing and dancing in God's garden. She will be held forever in the hearts of all who loved her dearly, especially her sweetheart and husband, Chris; her children, Stephanie and Nathan; mother, Shirley Miller; father, James Miller; sisters, Randine Petersen and Jamie McDermeit; many nieces, nephews, extended family, dear friends and Hooper, her dog. She adored her best friend/husband and was devoted to her children. She loved her family and friends, her home and garden, flying, wooden boats, Lake Vermillion and needlepoint. We are grateful for every moment of her 54 years. Heartfelt thanks to her phenomenal, loving home nurses and to all of the HCMC staff, who provided excellent, gentle and compassionate care; especially Drs. Iber, Leatherman, Kevin Larson and Brad Edgington; Annie Robinson RN, the MICU nurses, HCAs and RTs. You made the journey with us. Memorial Service 2 PM Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2060 6th Av N., Long Lake. Visitation Tuesday (TODAY), 4-8 PM at Rettinger Funeral Home & 1 hr prior to service at church. Memorials preferred to U of M Diabetes Institute or HCMC service league. Rettinger Funeral Home Long Lake/Orono 952-473-6954
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Lyn's passing. I am her cousin and I remember many happy times growing up in Minnesota. Our Dads are brothers and we had many wonderful times eating dinner and visiting together. My sincere thoughts and prayers to all the family.
Barbara (Miller)Jensen-Watkins
June 16, 2008 | Conway, AR
Dear Chris, Stephanie, and Nathan,
There are no words to adequately express my sympathy. The closed I can come is to convey me deepest sympathy, love and prayers to you and your family.
Love, Katie & the rest of the Audley group.
Katie Audley
June 06, 2008 | Overland Park, KS
Dear Randi, Chris, and all of Lyn's family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve Lyn's death. Your devotion to her and your strength as a family was an inspiration to all of us here at HCMC. Ann Romanczuk, HCMC Chaplain
Ann Romanczuk
June 05, 2008 | Roseville, MN
Chris, I have no words...but have thought of you and Lynn often. Please know that you, Stephanie and Nathan are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Vinzant
June 05, 2008 | Blaine, MN
We are deeply saddened to hear of Lynn's death. We remember her as always smiling and one of the most vibrant people ever to attend a BSLOL boat show. Chris...our hearts are with you and with your family. We haven't seen you in a long time, but we are thinking of you and know that your Lynn is in a better place.
We are so very sorry,
Maureen & Jerry Valley
Eustis, Florida
Maureen Valley
June 05, 2008 | Eustis, FL
Nate,
Our deepest sympathies are with you and all the members of your family. Let us know how we can be of service to you.
DSM ATCT
June 04, 2008 | Des Moines, IA
"Hooper"
June 04, 2008
Black eyed Susans in Lynn's garden
June 04, 2008
Chris & Lynn enjoying the garden
June 04, 2008
