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John Eric O’Connell, 65, of Crescent Springs, KY passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Coldspring Transitional Care Center. John was born at Fort Chaffee Army Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas on October 27, 1957, to the late Edna M. O’Connell (nee Branaman) and Edwin L. O’Connell. He was a lover of music and sports. He worked in restaurants and factories prior to retiring in 2019.
He was preceded in death by his parents and nephew, Eric R. Carr.
He is survived by sister and caregiver Joni Forrester (Bob Baker) of Crescent Springs, KY, sister Carolyn (Eddie) Carr of Independence, KY, brothers Jerry (Jo) O’Connell of Kimberling City, MO, Edwin L. O’Connell Jr. and Andy O’Connell of Covington, KY. John is also survived by 9 nieces and nephews, 12 great-nieces and great-nephews.
A visitation will be held from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Friday, June 2, 2023 at Linnemann Funeral Home, 30 Commonwealth Ave., Erlanger, KY 41018. A funeral service will immediately follow at the funeral home at 2:00 PM. John will be laid to rest at Highland Cemetery, 2167 Dixie Hwy, Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy can be made in John’s name to the National Kidney Foundation, 1491 Polaris Pkwy, Columbus, OH 43240.
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger
30 Commonwealth AvenueERLANGER, KY 41018
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger
30 Commonwealth AvenueERLANGER, KY 41018
Highland Cemetery
Address: 2167 Dixie Hwy Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017John Eric O’Connell
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So sorry Joni
Hey Joni..so sorry about Jocco. So weird, I was just looking at the obits at that funeral home and came across this, wow. We moved to Nashville 3 mos ago. Our daughter lives down here. What happened to John? I’ll make sure to call my brother in law, Jim White, my brother in law. We all worked at the book together. I know this must real hurt Joni, you guys were always close. Hope things are well with you and your family. I would love to talk, if you want, please call me at 859-888-4269. Take care Joni. From Barb Centers Marks
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