Nancy Ann O'Connell

Nancy Ann O’Connell, 92, of Bethlehem Twp. passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Country Meadows, Bethlehem Twp. She was the wife of the late John J. O’Connell who died February 13, 2022. Nancy was born in Bethlehem Twp. on March 11, 1931 to the late William and Mary (Duggan) Musgnung.

She had worked as a Candy Sorter for Just Born Candies, Bethlehem before raising her family. After her children were grown, she worked as a Clerk at Two Guys, Bethlehem. Nancy was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Miller Heights.

Our admiration for her is boundless and we are so blessed to have had her for as long as we did. She was everything anyone could want in a parent, kind, caring, nurturing, yet firm. Like any family, we’ve had our ups and downs, but mom was our rock. She will be missed by all who loved and admired her.

Survivors: Carol Ann Murphy, John J. (Linda) O’Connell, Patrick M. (Diane) O’Connell; brother: Harry (Marilyn) Musgnung; grandchildren: Lauren Stocker, Jaqueline, Ryan, and Nicole O’Connell; great-grand dogs: Cocoa, Beau, Kona, Miyah. Predeceased by her siblings: Bucky Musgnung, Richard Musgnung, William Musgnung and Doris Slekovac.

Service: Family and friends are invited to her viewing 10-11am Saturday, February 3, 2024 at the Connell Funeral Home, 245 East Broad Street, Bethlehem followed by a prayer service at 11am. The services will conclude at the Gethsemane Cemetery, Palmer Twp. Condolences may be offered online at www.connellfuneral.com.