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Published June 26, 2012, 12:00 AM

Gerald L. "Jerry" O'Connor

Grand Forks, ND- 79, died Sunday, June 24, in Grand Forks.

Gerald L. "Jerry" O'Connor

Grand Forks, ND- 79, died Sunday, June 24, in Grand Forks.

Mass of Christian Burial: 2 pm, Friday, June 29, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Grand Forks. Visitation: 6-7:30 pm, with a 7:30 pm prayer service, Thursday, also at the church. Burial: St. Thomas Catholic Cemetery, St. Thomas, ND. (Amundson Funeral Home Grand Forks)

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peggy k.
06/28/2012 2:56 PM

Dale and I enjoyed so much working with Jerry during his and our involvement in the Retired Teachers Organization. He was always good for a laugh. Many of our family and extended family cannot get along without the famous O'Connor mustard! Dale and Peggy Koppelman

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Fred B.
Fargo, ND     06/28/2012 10:16 AM

Ellen, Just learned of Jerry's death thru our daughter Lisa. She was a student of his yrs. ago. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Ann & Fred Bartholomew

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Chuck F.
Bismarck, ND     06/28/2012 9:29 AM

Ellen & family: I think the mold was broken after the Lord created Jerry. He was one of a kind. I always looked forward to visiting with him – especially at Pride of Dakota events. He was, amongst other things, an educator, an entrepreneur, and an entertainer. His Mother long ago was named Mother of the Year in North Dakota. I used to tease him that I could think of no one more deserving of this award for having to raise him! When learning of his passing, I dug out one of his old tapes and listened to it. He had the great ability to tell stories using many dialects. I especially liked his Irish humor. He will be missed! Chuck Fleming

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