Charles E. O'Connell
Passed away peacefully on December 20, 2021, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Patricia; and their devoted sons, Matthew (Kristin), Brian (Dede) and Andrew (Char); and five grandchildren of whom he was so proud, Shane, Erin, Liliana, Graham and Harrison. He is also survived by his sister, Joan Kane (James). He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles, Sr. and Teresa. Friends and family will be received at Our Lady of Lourdes, 7500 Pearl St., Bethesda, MD, on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 9 a.m., with a funeral mass to follow one hour later. In lieu of flowers, you may consider an honorary donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/GiftFunds/GiftFunds?px=7335286&pg=personal&fr_id=39300

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Published by The Washington Post from Dec. 31, 2021 to Jan. 2, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES O'CONNELL

2 Entries

Hal Gearhart

January 17, 2022

Chuck, sincerely one of the very best of friends. I always looked forward to seeing Chuck anywhere at anytime. His sense of humor, his wit, his cheerfulness, his presence were so outstanding. I could always hear Chuck´s jovial laughter as I approached the Turkey Bowl. Chuck attended the 2021 Turkey Bowl. He was courageous to be at the Turkey Bowl. We will all miss Chuck. What an outstanding person.

Susan Nelson

January 2, 2022

I knew Chuck in high school and remember him fondly as a terrific guy, full of fun and mischief. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing and know he will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.

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Memorial Events
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Jan

7

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Lourdes

7500 Pearl St., Bethesda, MD

Jan

7

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Lourdes

7500 Pearl St., Bethesda, MD

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DeVol Funeral Home - Washington

2222 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20007

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