Carolyn Rowan O'Connor

Carolyn Rowan O'Connor obituary, Ridgeland, MS

Carolyn Rowan O'Connor

Carolyn O'Connor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sebrell Funeral Home on Oct. 31, 2025.

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Carolyn Jean Rowan O'Connor, 68, passed away on Wednesday, October 29 at her home in Madison, Mississippi. Carolyn was born June 9, 1957 in New Orleans to Charles and Dorothy Rowan.
Carolyn enjoyed photography, spending time with friends playing bunco, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Carolyn is predeceased by her parents and her sister, Elizabeth "Liz" Rowan Neely. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Daniel Irby O'Connor; her children Daniel (Ashley) O'Connor, Clayton O'Connor, and Callie (Kirk) Anthony; and her grandchildren Nichols O'Connor, Rowan O'Connor, Parker Anthony, and Connor Anthony.
There will be a memorial service at Sebrell Funeral Home at 425 Northpark Dr., Ridgeland, MS 39157, Monday, November 3, 11:00 AM with a visitation beginning at 09:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. https://www.alz.org/ms

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425 Northpark Drive, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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