Cleo O'Connor Obituary
The world bids farewell to Cleo O'Connor (Rudd, Iowa), departing on December 30, 2024 at the age of 90. Cleo leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Cleo O'Connor or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lloyd Grap and Minnie Grap (Vestal); her former husband Merrill Bartz; her siblings, Eileen, Harlan, Kenneth and Betty; and her great grandchild Wesley Bartz.
She is survived by: her husband John O'Connor (Jack); her children, Dean Bartz (Doreen Dralle) of Kesley and Diane Zabel (Ted) of Bettendorf; her stepchildren, Brenda Jorgenson, Tim O'Connor (Susan) and Steve O'Connor; her grandchildren, Dustin Bartz (Jaylee), Nathan Zabel, Eric Zabel and Sydney Zabel; and her stepgranddaughter Katie Anderson (Tim). She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, many nieces/nephews and cherished friends.
Visitation was held on Friday, January 3rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Rudd United Methodist Church (611 6th St, Rudd, IA 50471). A celebration of life was held on Friday, January 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
