4800 E Indian School Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85018
O’CONNOR, KAREN MARIE
Karen Marie O’Connor passed away on July 26, 2022 in Phoenix Arizona. She was born on March 21, 1961 in Pueblo Colorado. She was a devoted and loving mother to her two daughters Kasey and Riley. She was kind, loyal, and thoughtful to her friends and family. Her legacy will continue to live on through the ones she loved. She will be best remembered for her love of Arizona, the desert, her creativity, generosity, and her energetic personality. She is survived by her mother, Carol Santarelli; sisters Kathy Graham and Judy Cullen, daughters Kasey and Riley O’Connor and puppy Charlie.
There will be a rosary and funeral to honor the life of Karen O’Connor. The rosary will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022 at Whitney Murphy Funeral Home. Praying the rosary will begin at 6 p.m. People may come as early as 5 p.m. to remember Karen and spend time with family and friends.
The funeral will be held on Saturday August 6, 2022 at Brophy College Preparatory Chapel, 4701 N. Central Avenue in Phoenix, at 2:30 p.m. Those who knew Karen or her daughters are encouraged to attend.
I share my hopes with the O’Connor family that you have peace and comfort today and always. Your Karen was a strong fun woman. We all are glad to have been with her throughout the years .
Coaching Track for 50 little children and making the most of it! Will think of her on the trails ahead. Love Julie Franklin
With our deepest sympathies…Karen lit up the room wherever she was…may you all find greater peace with each passing day.
My prayers are with you all at this time, may God grant you peace and Karen eternal rest.
Karen was special in so many ways! She touch many hearts & will be missed.
Much love and condolences to Kasey, Riley , Charlie and family.
Brenda Oliver & Huckleberry ❤️
Kasey and Riley
Thinking of you at this very sad time
Love Joyce
Kasey and Riley, I want you to know that your mom’s loss will be felt by so many of us…we used to live together back in the 80s with Anna and Clare…we had so much fun.. she really was such a fun loving person…I am so sorry….I will miss her laugh and her sense of humor…
Kasey, many prayers for you and your family. Deepest sympathy to all.
Warm thoughts, Mary
Karen was a very talented woman! She shared her talents with me more than once . She had a wonderful laugh and smile that could light up room.
Eternal Rest Grant onto her O Lord
Kasey and Riley.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Judy, Kathy. and family
Rodger and I are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our condolences and prayers. Blessings your way.
Kasey & Riley, I’m so sad. I loved your mom. The last time I saw her we went to some antique stores. Her sense of style and craftiness were traits I admired. She could always be counted on to help with Girls Scouts. Karen always brought me flowers or some other small gift, even though she was struggling with problems. She loved you both so much! Lani Grucky
Kasey, Riley, and Charlie,
Please know how very sorry I am for your loss. Karen was such a kind, generous and thoughtful friend. I will miss her tremendously. Amongst all of her challenges she always looked to her faith and inner light. My life has been enhanced by having the blessing of knowing her.
I know she is an angel in heaven watching over you.
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Kasey and Riley, I pray for your peace during this very difficult time with the loss of your precious mother.
I remember your mom as being so creative and talented when it came to making her surroundings beautiful through flowers, decor, etc.
My main time spent with your mom was walking the Phoenix central corridor before daybreak and even hiking the Grand Canyon together with others (including Anna). It is one of my favorite memories with Karen.
I pray that you will feel God’s love and peace thru friends and family throughout this very sad time. I look forward to celebrating Karen with you today.
Rest In Peace beautiful Karen.
Tracy Drury
Judy and Kathy, I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. I will keep you all in my prayers May Karen rest in peace
I’m so sorry Kasey and Riley.. sending tons of prayers to you. i can’t imagine what you’re going through if you ever need anything or just want to talk let me know i’ll be here. you’ll always have a place here in NE if you wanna come up. I hope you are doing well. I’ll miss her dearly she was so loved and will have a place in our family’s heart forever. i’ll never forget visiting you down in AZ when we were younger hope to see you soon. sending hugs. lots of love your cousin Jenna
Debbie and Cullen
Kasey and Riley
I just heard the very sad news of your mother’s passing. We loved you all, and have often thought of you girls and Karen, since you moved out of the neighborhood. It was so wonderful meeting you when we moved in, your mom was so generous and welcoming. , You girls were always so super sweet to Cullen, playing with him and bringing him homemade cookies. Your mom was such a talented and generous lady filled with spirit!
I loved going on runs with her from time to time, she was a good runner.
I am so sorry for your loss. It is so heartbreaking, she loved you girls so much and always loved telling me stories about you both.
I loved that we had Colorado in common. Or thoughts and prayers are with you and her family.