Joanne O'Connor Obituary
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Ginger
April 5, 2025
Seven years ago my beautiful sister went to heaven. I know she is in heaven cause I was witness to all she did here on earth. Still miss her dearly. Love you, Joanne.
Ginger
April 3, 2023
Another year gone, still missing you. Easter Sunday this year is on April 9, the day you were called to heaven - cause I know you are there. Always missing you, Mom, Dad, Pat, Jim. Ginger.
Ginger Rentschler
April 8, 2021
It's now been 3 years and she is still missed - a lot. Find myself still starting to leave to go visit her at the Villas or the hospital. You, mom, dad, Jim, Pat are really, really missed, sis.
Ginger rentschler
April 3, 2019
It's been a year and she is still dearly missed, but I know she is with Tom, our parents, sister and brother, and lots of extended family members. This is selfish, I know, but I still wish she was here with us.
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April 17, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss! What a beautiful obituary. I have very fond memories of the O'Connor family and the Sinkus family as we all grew up! I am so sorry I missed the visitation, and the chance to hug you all. Take care and hang on to all the memories.
Leanne Langford Oswald
Ginger Rentschler
April 15, 2018
She was a beautiful big sister, and I miss her. Always with me.
Kathy Godden
April 15, 2018
What a woman! Her love & caring for 16 children showed a very special person indeed. Whenever I would see her, she'd have a great smile & the best laugh. She sent me a few of her favorite recipes that I requested, and I cherish having them. Save a seat at the table for the rest of us, Joanne, until we meet again.
Trish (Dodge) Dodd
April 13, 2018
Our deepest symapthy to the O'Connor and Sinkus Families. What a wonderful lady, and family. So Sorry for your loss.
The Dodge Family
Karissa Lauterbach
April 12, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. So sorry for your loss. She was a very caring and loving person who will be deeply missed.
Judy Claussen
April 12, 2018
Such a beautifully written obituary. I always thought of her as a Saint. My deepest condolences to all of the O'Connor family. She will be missed.
April 12, 2018
Sending Gods blessings to you and your family
Becky and Phil Flatt
April 12, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael O'Connor
April 12, 2018
She was so welcoming to Nancy and me. I will always remember how her face lite up every time we visited. She was an angel on earth and will be missed.
Jeanette Wiley
April 11, 2018
Genuinely beautiful sweet lady with a beautiful sweet family. It was a pleasure caring for her and getting to meet you all.
Rev. Monsignor Michael M. Boland
April 11, 2018
On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Joanne is now at peace.
scott ashton
April 11, 2018
Tom, Joe, Christina, Eddie, Jimmy, and the O'Connor family, I am very sorry for the loss of your Mother. Joanne may be gone but she will never be forgotten, May she rest in peace. my condolences and prayers are with all the O'connor family.
Michele Wilson (Wells Fargo and SHG)
April 11, 2018
Christina, Joe and Diane, praying for you all at this time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories and stay close to one another. May God Bless you and bring you peace and comfort.
Rae Anne Schoenbacher
April 11, 2018
Joe and Pat,
So sorry for the loss of your mother. She sure sounds like wonderful lady!
Angela Gerding
April 11, 2018
Chrissy and Dianne
We send are deepest condolences to you and you family. your Mother was a true treasure.
Angela and Eric Gerding
Becky & Mike Hohenstein
April 11, 2018
Lindsey, Sammie and family, our deepest condolences on your loss of your sweet grandmother/mother. Her heart and soul will be with you always in the love and memories that she gave you in her lifetime. Take comfort in those cherished memories and be at peace.
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