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Kyle O'Connor Obituary

KYLE TERRENCE O'CONNOR, 12 BYRON - Kyle Terrence O'Connor, 12, of Byron born June 2, 1995, in Elgin, our beloved child went to be with the angels Saturday, Sept. 29, 2007, after a tragic accident at home. He was a very happy boy, who loved skateboarding, playing with his friends and his brother, cooking, music and having a wonderful year at school. He couldn't wait to grow up and live in a big city. His plan was to be a "construction guy". He is survived by his parents, Dan and Lisa O'Connor, his brother, Ryan, 14, and their golden retriever, Annie Girl, all of Byron; paternal grandparents, Jean and Terry O'Connor of Arlington Heights; uncles, family of Dave (Diane) O'Connor of Ohio, family of Jeff (Julie) O'Connor of Elgin; great aunt, Geraldine Bucholz of Hanover; aunt, Barb (John) Myers of Cordova; cousins, Mark (Kim) Myers of Paulina, Iowa, Annette (Greg) Simmons of Cordova, Angela (Bryan) Cook of Rock Island, Amy (Greg) Behning of Davenport, Iowa; aunt, Mary Lou Barr of Texas; godparents, Jane and Terry Bohman of Minnesota; special friends, family of Sherry and Joe Cerasani and Rich and Carrie Schrader and their children, Lauryn and Stephany; best friend, Alex; and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends too numerous to mention. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Lee and Irene Barr. Service at 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4, in All Saints Lutheran Church, 624 Luther Drive, with Pastor Arthur Stees officiating. Burial in Byron Cemetery. Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday in Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home, 506 W. Merchant St. A memorial fund is established for the Ogle County Hospice Home and for the homeless. For more information, visit farrellhollandgale. com.
Published by Rockford Register Star from Oct. 1 to Oct. 7, 2007.

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Barb

October 6, 2007

Although I do not know your family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. My brother also lost his daughter at a very young age. Our prayers are with your family.

Brad Hull

October 5, 2007

Dan, Lisa & Ryan~ our hearts are with you during this time of great sorrow. My family and I are forever greatful for Kyle's luck in finding my wives lost wedding ring. I offer you a few kind words I once received in my time of loss. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." Your family is in our prayers.
Our deepest sympathies,
The Hulls

Julie Mora

October 5, 2007

Our heart goes out to you for the loss of your sweet little boy. We also lost a son at a young age(13) and we have been praying for you desperately. My daughter Blake says wonderful things about your baby boy. We are so sorry and may God hold you close through this unbearable time.

DIANA MASON

October 4, 2007

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ON THE LOSS OF YOUR SON. NICOLE MASON WHO WAS IN HIS CLASS HAS NOTHING BUT GREAT THINGS TO SAY ABOUT HIM.

Pat Spangler

October 4, 2007

Dear Dan and Family,
Words can not describe how sorry I am for your loss. May God be with you and help you through this terrible pain. We will keep you in our prayers.
Sincerely
Pat Spangler and family

Laura Zapata

October 4, 2007

Dan, Lisa, and Ryan I am so sorry to hear about Kyle. My family and I will be praying for you now and always!
Laura Zapata and Family

Roberta and Cody Timmer

October 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May the peace of God give you strength in the days, weeks, and months ahead.

Tammy Leathers

October 3, 2007

Dan, Lisa and Ryan, It has been a while since we talked, but I think of you all often. Please know that as always you can count or call on me for anything. I am very sad for your loss. Tammy (Nichols) Leathers and girls.

October 3, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. The Bedgood Family

Matt, Jodi and boys Whitlock

October 3, 2007

Dan, Lisa, and Ryan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you while you travel down the path to closer. We have not know each other long, but would like you to know we are here if you need anything.

Karen Manalli

October 3, 2007

As you will probably never be able to make sense of this terrible tragedy, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the wonderful memories of Kyle's terrific smile and personality help to get you through these sorrow filled times. Our deepest sympathy,

The Manalli's

Karren Marsella

October 3, 2007

To our family we cannot begin to express our sorrow and sadness. We are truly sorry we have missed out on so much during Kyle's life. You are forever in our hearts and prayers.
With love,
Karren, Zach and Mackenzie

Jennifer Mike Jon Paul Wicklein

October 3, 2007

Dan & Lisa and Ryan,
Even though we just met all of you a few weeks ago; we were stunned to hear about Kyle. We will always remember Kyle as having a very warm smile and a very big heart. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
With our sincere condolences,
The Wicklein Family

Kristina Fouts-Baker and Family

October 3, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Kyle is missed by so many people. I know from experience no words will ever make it easy and the pain will never go away, but treasure the people around you and trust that Kyle is now in a perfect place.

Bettina, Ben & Sara Wiltse

October 2, 2007

You and your family will be in our prayers and hope you can feel God's hand holding you up in this time. My son, Ben, was a classmate and and we enjoyed having Kyle around the neighborhood. Ben has fond memories of Kyle's great sense of humor. If you need anything, please always feel free to call.

Jeanne Stone

October 2, 2007

Dear Family of Kyle, I am so thankful for the gift of your son, Kyle. He was the first friend my son, Corey, made in Byron, when we moved here last year. He will always be remembered and missed in so many dear ways. As such a young person, Kyle truly made a difference in this harsh world, by always sharing his laughter and gentle spirit. We must not lean on our own understanding-for this tragedy will never make sense...but I pray that all of Kyle's loved ones will find peace in God's love. As you draw nearer to God, you will draw nearer to Kyle. The synonym for both is love. Though we have never met, please know that we are only minutes away, if you ever need anything. Our Deepest Sympathies,
Corey and Jeanne Stone

Caryn Hoover

October 2, 2007

Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Kimberly Hada

October 2, 2007

Dan, Lisa & Ryan: Our heartfelt and deepest sympathy go out to you during this terrible time in your lives. My son Aaron Hada played with Kyle and Alex Grim. Kyle will always be lovingly and joyfully remembered in our hearts. He was such a great young man to be around...happy and full of life. These are the memories we will carry with us always...Your loss is deeply felt by us all...

Janine Browning

October 2, 2007

We are so incredibly sorry for the loss of your son. We had the priviledge to know him for only a couple of years. Kyle was a friend to our son when we first moved to Byron. Our family will continue to pray for you during your time of loss. If you need anything please do not hesitate to contact us.
The family of Jacob Mohnacky

Tonya Poppen

October 2, 2007

Dan & Lisa ~ Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray for God's blessings & peace for your family during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Daren, Tonya (Holder) Poppen and family

Kathleen Kuss & Family

October 2, 2007

Dear Dan, Lisa and Ryan, May God bless and comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time and always. May you know and feel His love. It is so difficult to understand why this happened. Just know that many thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Wendy Pendergrass

October 1, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. My heart has been aching for you since finding out of your loss. My son Domonic was friends with Kyle while he was here visiting. I am glad that he had a friend like him. Domonic enjoyed being his friend.

Joe,Sherry, Kaylee,Krista and Kamille Cerasani

October 1, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. You know we are always and forever here for your entire family. Kyle is a sweet boy. He is loved by so many people. We love all of you and wish you strength during this terrible time.

The Grim Family

October 1, 2007

We are all so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kyle will always have a spot in our hearts. We will miss him.

deedra coyne

October 1, 2007

I am very sorry for your loss. He was a really great guy and i will miss him. He was funny and fun to be in class with.
Deedra Coyne

Anthony Coyne

October 1, 2007

I am sorry for your loss. Kyle was a funny and great kid. I enjoyed his funny jokes and happinnes for life.
Anthony Coyne

Angel Strutzenberg

October 1, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss of Kyle. Me and him were really good friends and i am glad that i was able to talk to him beforei moved. When I herd that this tereble thing had happend i was very sad. I am going to be going to the funeral and i hope to see you there so i can say my sorrys.

Dietrich's

October 1, 2007

We our so, sorry for your lost.
Kyle was just a fun little boy, and we will miss watching him at the park.

Holii Gayden

October 1, 2007

Lisa and Family I am so so sorry for you'r loss, I could never imagine what you are going through right now and please Lisa if you need anything a shoulder to cry on a freind to talk just someone to spend time with remember what I said I will be here for ya girl just like everyone else at work so reach out if you need us.
Love
Holii

Elaine Guyer

October 1, 2007

Lisa and Dan you have my deepest sympathy. I am out of town, but I wanted you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Debra Diaz

October 1, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. May Kyle's soul rest in peace with our Lord and the Angels above. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. With love

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