Joanne O'Connor Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joanne O'Connor of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, departing on July 8, 2025 at the age of 87. Joanne leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joanne O'Connor to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Patrick Braden and Helen Braden (Kostal); her daughter Ann Marie O'Connor; and her siblings, Katherine Murphy, Rosemary McCann and Bernard Braden.
She is survived by: her husband Patrick O'Connor; her daughter Karen Besler (Jason); her granddaughter Chloe Besler; and her sister Carolyn Slavish (John).
A rosary was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM at the Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services (1844 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402). Visitation was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the same location. A prayer was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 6:30 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to: Steve. Joseph's Indian School, P.O.Box 326 Chamberlin, SD 57326 (800) 341-2235https://give.stjo.org.
