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Colleen Borger O'Connor
1967 - 2025
BORN
1967
DIED
2025
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Colleen O'Connor Obituary
Feb 3, 1967 - Oct 11, 2025
Age 58, of East Amherst, NY, formerly of Woodbury, CT, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Kevin O'Connor and devoted mother of Kaitlin Rampado (Andrew), Marah, and Timothy O'Connor. Predeceased by her parents, Margaret and Carl Borger, and her aunt, Maureen Aronson. Survived by her sisters Karen Packtor (Joseph) and Kathleen Sayre (Kevin), her uncle, Richard Aronson, her cousin Margaret Labelle (Christopher), and numerous nieces and nephews. Colleen was the heart of her family - known for her warmth, selflessness, and laughter that brightened every room. A lifelong teacher, she nurtured countless young minds with creativity, patience, and care. Family and friends may call at DENGLER, ROBERTS, PERNA Funeral Home, 8630 Transit Rd., East Amherst on Friday, October 17, from 3–7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Mary's Church, 6919 Transit Rd., Swormville on Saturday, October 18, at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Hospice Buffalo, Inc., or the Sloan Comfort Care Home. Online condolences may be shared at www.denglerrobertspernafuneral.com
Memorial Events
for Colleen O'Connor
Oct
17
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Dengler, Roberts, Perna Funeral Home - East Amherst8630 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY 14051
Memories and Condolences
for Colleen O'Connor
4 Entries
Kim Russ
5 hours ago
To say that it has been a tough two years for your family is an understatement. There are really no words to express my sadness for Colleen and your family. Let your faith carry you. Colleen has returned to the loving embrace of her parents, and now you all have more angels watching over you. She is never truly gone if you believe . With Love, Kim Russ, (Margaret´s friend)
Amy Walsh
October 16, 2025
Kevin and Kids, our hearts ache for all of you. Share all those fun memories of Colleen~ often. Hugs to you all. Amy Whitey & family
Patty Wagner
October 15, 2025
I´m so sorry. She was my daughter´s kindergarten teacher and so lovely. I´m so saddened by this news. God bless you all at this time. Comfort in the memories or her beautiful life.
DM
October 15, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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