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John O'Connell Obituary
O'CONNELL, John David
Feb. 7, 1949 - Sept. 17, 2009
Brother to Mary, Daniel, Barbara, Michael and Ruth. John was the second child of John and Ruth Hazel O'Connell, loving husband to Heidi O'Connell and non-stop father to Galen and Alison O'Connell. John had an unparalleled love for his family which he showed through his passion and gift for bringing the food from his garden to the family meals he prepared each day. He was also a consummate professional and an avid lover of cycling, nature and all creatures. John you will be missed by your family and friends every day for the rest of our lives. A Memorial service will be held at Nimbus Flat State Park on Lake Natoma on Sunday, September 27, 2009, at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of John O'Connell to: Save the American River Association, 2851 Wissemann Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826.
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alison O'CONNELL
December 17, 2009
Daddy. I miss you.
Jenilyn Gammon
September 28, 2009
I knew John through work. When I first started working for Ortho Clinical almost five years ago, John was the first person to call to introduce himself and welcome me to the team. When I finally had the opportunity to meet him in person, he was just as kind and caring. I never had the opportunity to work closely with him, but he was always someone I made sure I caught up with at every sales meeting and conference. He was simply, a great person to be around.
My deepest condolences to his wife and daughters, extended family and friends. God be with you during this difficult time.
Lloyd Shigenaga
September 27, 2009
Dear Heidi, Galen and Alison
Sue wrote in the guest book but I felt that I needed to add to it. John, you will be missed dearly. I know that we haven't been in contact much but I still remember all of us having such fun in training. We all did give Sheila a run for her money.
Heidi, we will be think of you and Galen and Alison in our prayers and know that John will never be forgotten.
Our sympathy go to you and the family. Our memories of him are still like yesterday.
Sincerely,
Lloyd
Sue and Lloyd Shigenaga
September 27, 2009
Dear Heidi, Galen and Alison,
Lloyd and I send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you. We were deeply saddened to hear of John's passing.
We do have such wonderful memories of John and Heidi in Palm Springs in the '70s. We all did have fun!
We know John lived a full life, and left a beautiful legacy in his family. May memories of John give you joy each day, and light perpetual shine upon him.
With love and condolences,
Sue and Lloyd Shigenaga
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