Sean O'CONNELL Obituary

Name: Memorial Gathering for Sean O'CONNELL
Start: 2023-07-21T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-07-21T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Pyle Center

Age 64 of Boerne, TX It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Sean Mitchell O'Connell, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend on June 10, 2023. Sean was born in Madison, Wisconsin on June 24, 1958, son of David L. and Harriet E. (Lynch) O'Connell, who preceded him in death. Sean received his graduate degree from the UW Madison School of Business Masters in Real Estate Program, and had a successful thirty year career with Securian Financial in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he was CIO of Minnesota Life Insurance Company and Securian Life Insurance Company and President of Securian Asset Management . There is no way to describe Sean's deep and enduring love for his family. He was a proud father and devoted husband, who cherished time at the cabin and outside with family and friends. Sean was a music lover and a traveler, a brilliant man with a wry sense of humor and an easy going approach to life. He was loyal, honest, hard working, and someone who could be counted on. He was "true to the core" and his passing leaves a tremendous hole in our hearts. He leaves behind, his wife of 26 years, Belinda (Simmons) O'Connell; children, Fiona A. O'Connell and Rowan E. O'Connell; brothers, Kevin M. O'Connell (partner Quinn Callahan) and Padraic R. O'Connell; and many dear friends and colleagues from across the country. Join us for a Celebration of Sean's Life on Friday, July 21, 2023 at the Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St, Madison, Wisconsin. Gathering at 3:00 pm, with a short program and sharing of memories around 4:00 pm, food, and the enjoyment of good company afterwards. We want to hold onto Sean in every way we can so please bring a short story or a fond memory to share. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Sean M. O'Connell UW Madison School of Business Master of Real Estate Program Memorial Scholarship, contributions can be made online at supportuw.org/giveto/oconnellmemorial.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jul. 16, 2023.

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Cynthia Al Hammond

July 21, 2023

So sad to hear of Sean's untimely passing. We truly enjoyed working with him as a mortgage correspondent for Securian, He was a very intelligent, fair and all around good person Our deepest condolences to his family.

Cindy & Ray Hammond, Diann Hammond
Churchill Commercial Capital

Peter L Rayne

July 20, 2023

What a sudden tragic end to a gifted fun dude. I was Sean and Belinda's neighbor for many years while our young families grew. When I had the opportunity to drive up to the cabin with him-to meet our wives and kids who were already there-I remember Sean saying "There are about four different good routes we could take to get there." That was emblematic of him...he had researched the alternatives, identified their merits, and brought for consideration this set of options that were all good options, and he was open to discuss other considerations before coming to a consensus. He was a very good listener and enjoyed sharing funny stories-I can still hear his laughter while he explained some ridiculous set of circumstances that begged for the the obvious solution we could both see coming through his telling. He was full of energy and well considered plans and tough to keep up with. Always working on a project at home and up at the cabin that helped him and Belinda create a fabulous lifestyle. His absence is a thin veil as the radiance of his time in our lives is everlasting.

Laura Timm

July 19, 2023

I wish I could be there with you to share memories of Sean. He is a cousin I wish I could have known better and spent more time with as adults. My first memories are of he and Kevin horsing around at Harriet and Dave's house in Middleton. Then Sean grew into such a kind, gentle, funny and accomplished man. I truly enjoyed seeing him every time our paths crossed. I also remember how much my Mom (Betty) used to love his visits with his beloved daughters. I am sending Belinda and all the family love and prayers from Maine.

Rod Matthews

July 17, 2023

Sean was a very special student in my land use course in the Real Estate Program some time ago. I followed his successful career in Minnesota over the years. I am unable to attend the event Friday, but do wish to extend my deep sympathy to the family in the loss of Sean.