Gerald O'Connor Obituary

In loving memory of Gerald O'Connor of West Bend, Wisconsin, born in Chicago, Illinois, who departed this world on January 30, 2026 at the age of 90. Gerald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Richard O'Connor and Mildred O'Connor (Urlaub); his wife Barbara J. Hofmeister; his brother Thomas; and his daughter Rev. Kathryn Kuhn.

He is survived by: his son David O'Connor (Lisa); his grandchildren, Lauren Anderson (Michael), Austin O'Connor, Caroline Watson (Zachary), Joshua Kuhn (Giana) and Clare Kuhn; his great grandchildren, Sage, Brynn, Isabella and Elliott; his sister-in-law Diane O'Connor; and his nephews, Matt O'Connor (Sarah) and Scot O'Connor (Michelle).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Elmhurst University (Office of Institutional Advancement, 190 Prospect Avenue, Elmhurst IL 60126), Eden Theological Seminary (Advancement Office, 475 East Lockwood Ave., St. Louis MO 634119), or Cedar Community Partners in Caring (113 Cedar Ridge Dr., West Bend WI 53095).