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Lois O'Connor Obituary
Lois (McFaul) O'Connor, age 90, of Hamden, entered into eternal rest on Monday July 9, 2018 at the Guilford House. Born on January 30, 1928 in New Haven, the daughter of the late Cornelius and Theresa (St. Cloud) McFaul. The wife of the late Francis "Bud" O'Connor for over 40 years. Cherished mother of two daughters Carol O'Connor, and Patricia (Calvin) Moffie; Five sons Timothy O'Connor, Dennis (Nancy) O'Connor, Frank (Sharon) O'Connor, Paul (Karen) O'Connor, Matthew (Beth) O'Connor. Also survived by brother Cornelius McFaul, son-in-law Michael O'Connor. She was predeceased by one daughter Alicia O'Connor and one sister Patricia Sheehan. Lois was an avid civil rights supporter and labor union advocate. Thank you to the staff at The Guilford House for their compassion and excellent care.
Memorial Service will be held on July 12, 2018 at Hamden Memorial Funeral Home, 1300 Dixwell Avenue, from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Smilow Cancer Hospital or Connecticut Special Olympics. Condolences may be expressed at
hamdenmemorialfuneralhome.com
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Sally Morton
July 13, 2018
Sending sympathy to the O'Connor family. Many nice memories of Mrs. O'Connor, and spending time at your house on Howard Dr, back in my younger days.
Diana Wilson
July 12, 2018
Dear Pat,Cal,Tim,Nate, Jillian,So very Sorry for the Loss of your precious Mom and Grandma,God just received another Beautiful Angel to watch over all of you!!! My Lois rest in peace until we all see her again!!! ❤ Diana Wilson
JOHN & Lois Raccio
July 12, 2018
Frank, Sharon, Katie and Danny. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. From all that we have heard over the years, Frank's mom was a wonderful lady and surely fulfilled her role as wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. My she have everlasting peace.
Lois, John and Jimmy Raccio
Alina Biernat
July 12, 2018
Pat and Cal,
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's great loss. May she rest in peace.
With deepest sympathy,
Alina Biernat
July 12, 2018
Frank,Sharon,Katie and Danny I am very sorry for your loss May you find comfort in all your happy memmories
Jayne Barese
July 12, 2018
Lois O'Connor was a beloved warrior for the people. She was fearless and knew have to fight for the rights of women, working people, and all disenfranchised. Her struggles led to improved lives for countless people across our state and nation. Her family was always at the center of her life. She often participated in events and activities at the New Haven Peoples Center, and received various awards there. In the name of Lois O'Connor we carry on today to protect and expand the rights that she fought for and won. Joelle Fishman, Coordinator New Haven Peoples Center
David Sullivan
July 11, 2018
My condolences to the O'Conner Family. I remember Mrs. O'Connor in the 1950's when she chaperoned the teen dances at Paradise Park. She was the best. I will never forget what a caring person she was.
Bill Caliendo
July 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of Lois's passing. I worked for her and Bud when I was in high school! New her as a friend and colleague at SCSU
and AFSCME! I will never forget Lois!
Bill Caliendo
Bill Caliendo
July 11, 2018
So sorry to hear of Lois's passing. I worked for her and Bud when I was in high school! New her as a friend and colleague at SCSU
and AFSCME! I will never forget Lois!
Bill Caliendo'
Dorothy Johnson
July 11, 2018
Dorothy
Marie Montano
July 11, 2018
Sorry to hear of Tim's Moms passing. Please share my condolences with the family and heart felt sympathy. Marie Montano
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