Kay O'Conner

Kay O'Conner

Kay O'Conner Obituary

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Kay Francis (McKenzie) O'Conner, 87, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, with her loving daughter by her side. Born June 28, 1938, in Chillicothe, she was the cherished daughter of Chester and Juanita McKenzie. She became a registered nurse at the Veterans Hospital in Chillicothe, from which she retired. Kay is survived by her daughter Erin (Ethan) Knisley, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her sister, Debra. Funeral services were at the Wellman Funeral Home, Circleville followed by a burial at Forest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of your choice in her memory. Online condolences can be made to www.wellmanfuneralhomes.com.

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Wellman Funeral Home, Inc. - Circleville

1455 North Court Street, Circleville, OH 43113

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