Donald O'Hea's obituary , Passed away on August 1, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

Donald O'Hea

February 15, 1933 - August 1, 2025 (92 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Donald O'Hea's obituary , Passed away on August 1, 2025 in Rockford, Illinois

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Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory

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Donald O'Hea

February 15, 1933 - August 1, 2025 (92 years old)

Rockford, Illinois

Donald O'Hea Obituary

We bid farewell to Donald O'Hea (Rockford, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 1, 2025 at the age of 92. Donald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald O'Hea to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alex O'Hea and Lorraine O'Hea (Noel); his siblings, Delmer O'Hea, Jerry O'Hea, Lois Stelken and Jeanette O'Hea; and his aunt Fannie O'Hea.

He is survived by: his wife Colleen; his children, Michael O'Hea (Theresa), James O'Hea (Liz) and Kathleen Wardell (Steve); his sisters, LouAnn O'Hea and Mary McGrath; his grandchildren, Olivia O'Hea (Justin), Natalie O'Hea (Emily), Emily Wardell, Joe Wardell, Erika Carlson, Evan O'Hea and Eric O'Hea; and his caregiver Visiting Angels of Rockford. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, September 12th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the St. Bernadette Catholic Church (2400 Bell Ave, Rockford, IL 61103). A Mass will be held on Friday, September 12th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: National Council on Severe Autism – http://www.ncsautism.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory



Fri

Sep 12

Visitation

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

St. Bernadette Catholic Church
2400 Bell Ave, Rockford, IL 61103

Fri

Sep 12

Mass

10:30 AM

St. Bernadette Catholic Church
2400 Bell Ave, Rockford, IL 61103

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