John R. "Dick" O'Connell's obituary , Passed away on November 10, 2025 in Cary, North Carolina

John R. "Dick" O'Connell

August 30, 1936 - November 10, 2025 (89 years old)

Cary, North Carolina

John R. "Dick" O'Connell's obituary , Passed away on November 10, 2025 in Cary, North Carolina

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Wake Funeral and Cremation Services

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John R. "Dick" O'Connell

August 30, 1936 - November 10, 2025 (89 years old)

Cary, North Carolina

John R. O'Connell Obituary

In loving memory of John R. O'Connell (Cary, North Carolina), who departed this world on November 10, 2025 at the age of 89. John R. leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John R. O'Connell to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John O'Connell and Esther O'Connell (Zane); and his wife Eleanor (Ellie). He is survived by: his siblings, Thomas O'Connell (Bonnie) and Susan Pelletier (Jack); his daughters, Christine O'Connell of Cedar Point, NC and Sharon Thompson (Herb) of Wilmington, NC; his grandchildren, Kelly Humphrey (Macon), Sean Thompson (Nayka) and Kathryn Thompson (Lucas); and his great grandchildren, Peyton, Reagan Humphrey, Olivia and Cameron Thompson.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Wake Funeral and Cremation Services



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St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church
804 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27513

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