Joan Lempesis Connor

COLUMBIA - A Memorial Mass for Joan Lempesis Connor, 69, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, with visitation following until 8:00 p.m on Friday, December 9, 2016. Mrs. Connor died Monday, December 5, 2016. Born on February 23, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia, she was a daughter of Anne Marie Guy Sullivan and the late John Edward Sullivan. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband, Parker Reed Connor; son, Travis Peter Lempesis of Columbia; daughter, Michele Lempesis Dodson of Columbia; four grandchildren, four sisters and two brothers. In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her brother, Eddie Sullivan; and sister, Peggy Sullivan Hunt. Joanie was a veteran singer in the Columbia music scene and was well respected and admired by her fellow musicians and fans. She had a dynamic vocal style and performed with her husband and many talented musicians for most of her adult life. Joanie had a compassion for helping others and loved her family dearly. She retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield and became a caregiver for her mother. She will be deeply missed by her family and many others. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation 500 Taylor Street, Suite 101, Columbia, SC 29201; or to a charity of one’s choice. Please sign the online guestbook at www.dunbarfunerals.com.