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Lois O'Connor Obituary
AGE: 73 • Morris Plains
Lois Lorraine O'Connor, 73, of Morris Plains, died Tuesday, May 24, 2011 at Morristown Medical Center. She was born in Summit on September 27, 1938. She was the daughter of the late Lawrence and the late Lorraine Parker of Chatham. She lived in Morris Plains for 46 years as a loving mother.
She is survived by her husband, William S. O'Connor; daughters, Ellen M. and son-in-law, William F. Huyler IV, of Madison and Susan S. and son-in-law, Michael R. Henn, of Waxhaw, NC. Sister to Alma Brunson, Edwina Muldowney, Barbara Kalin, Nancy Zaros, and the late Joan Anderson. Beloved grandmother of William A. Huyler and Brandon R. Henn and Alexis S. Henn.
Cremation will be handled privately. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Morristown Medical Center, 100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Jack Shepherd
May 31, 2011
Dear Bill and Family:
We are deeply saddened to hear of Lois's death. We remember her wonderful spirit along with yours at our wedding, and her admirable efforts to stay in touch although the years and geography separated our families. Our thoughts and condolences are with you and your family.
Jack and Kathleen Shepherd
Susan Cattano
May 31, 2011
With our deepest sympathies. Peter and Susan Cattano
Bob and Jeanne Langford
May 30, 2011
To Bill and the family. We were stunned to hear about Lois's passing and want to say how sorry we are on your loss. May she rest in peace with the rest of our CHS 1956 Classmates who have gone before us.
don nicol
May 29, 2011
Was so sorry to hear today of Lois' death. We've been friends since 6h grade at Chatham and I'll always remember her as a beautiful young girl and a sweet young woman. Don Nicol, class of '56.
Debbie Wollen
May 27, 2011
"To be idle is a short road to death and to be diligent is a way of life . . ." --Buddha
In memory of my beloved aunt. Rest in peace. I love you.
Debbie
Michelle Rhoades
May 27, 2011
Bill & Family, We are very saddened to hear of Lois' passing. She took such good care of Nicole when she was just an infant and we are so greatful. (we still refer to her as LoLo). I know she'll be missed.
Michelle (Markey) Rhoades and Family
Charlotte Smith
May 26, 2011
Bill and family, we have many fine memories of Lois and our days at Chatham schools. Our prayers are with you.
Charlotte Ferguson Smith and Rodger Smith - CHS Class of '56
May 26, 2011
Very sorry to hear of Lois' passing. She was always such a cheerful & upbeat friend & neighbor.
Wayne O'Dell
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