Joan Marie Connor age 88 of Chatsworth, California, died peacefully on October 21. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Marion Harrington. Formerly of Roslindale, Massachusetts, she was a proud graduate of St. Elizabeth’s Hospital School of Nursing. Joan had an amazing laugh and an endless supply of love for her family and friends. She created a loving and welcoming home for her family and always supported and encouraged us to do our best each day in every area of our lives.
The beloved wife of 62 years to Edward R. Connor, who provided devoted and loving care to Joan throughout their marriage.
Cherished mother of Judith A. Connor of Vista, Edward H. Connor and his wife, Eleanor, of Canoga Park, Charles G. Connor and his wife, Joelle, of West Covina and Sarah E. Connor of West Los Angeles.
Grandmother of Edward, Carmen, Sean, Megan, Cassidy, and Paige. Great grandmother of Zyanya, Adam, and Zachariah. Joan was also a loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. She also leaves her brother, Edward Harrington of Weymouth, Massachusetts. Joan is predeceased by her siblings, Alice Harrington, Ruth Wenger, Jack Harrington and her brother-in-law Paul Wenger and sister-in-law Peggy Harrington.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to join the family for fond remembrance of Joan at a memorial mass on Monday, November 8, at 11am at St. John Eudes Church located at 9901 Mason Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311, which will be immediately followed by her interment at San Fernando Mission Cemetery located at 11160 Stranwood Ave, Mission Hills, CA 91345.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in tribute to :
Sacred Heart Retreat House, 920 East Alhambra Road | Alhambra, California 91801 or https://sacredheartretreathouse.com/giving/
Lupus Foundation of America, 2121 K Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20037 or https://lupus.org
