In Memoriam

O’CONNELL

Jun 26 2024 Updated June 26, 2024

Gisborne Herald

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O’CONNELL, Terrence Michael. 02.09.1952 - 26.06.2023

Passed away one year today

Miss you

Linda, Tracy, Sandy, and Shilo, and Papa of Zion and Aaron

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