80, passed peacefully away January 10,2016 after a long battle with Parkinson’s . She was born in Browntown, Wisconsin on June 22,1935. She is survived by her sister, Jimmie Schmoldt, her daughter Lisa O’Connor, and her three grandchildren, Kelly,Sean, and Katie.
Wanda moved to Rockford Illinois to attend Rockford Business School. She opened a Nursery and loved gardening. After retiring she continued to garden and enjoy the outdoors . After fighting Cancer and being diagnosed with Parkinsons she could no longer live alone. Four years ago she moved to Indiana to be close to her daughter and Grandchildren.
Vistation will be held at Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory, Harry W. Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, on Friday, January 15 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Lois & Janet Bracken says
So sorry to hear of Wanda’s passing. She was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed. She was a good neighbor and we missed her from the time she left Burrmont Rd. God be with her and may she rest in peace. Thank you Lisa, for your wonderful care and love for her.
Sherri Glennon says
It was sad when Wanda moved away from here a few years ago. I’m so sorry to read about her passing. She always was so kind and caring toward our family. She will be missed.
Cynrhia&Ron Rosinski says
Remembering Wanda from the 1950s. Enjoyed her caring personality tremendously and remember a fun RBS reunion at the nursery some years later. Sincere sympathies to her family.
Phil and Judy Everson says
My Sympathy to the O’Connor family. We loved Aunt Wanda dearly. We had so many laughs through the years. I practically lived at your house in Rockford and will treasure those memories. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
Love Phil & Judy
Lynn Moyer says
I have so many wonderful memories of summers spent in Rockford, spending time the Yates home.