Rochester, NH

Cathy Ann "Kate" O'Connell, age 61, of Rochester, NH, passed away, peacefully at home, with her loving family, December 24, 2022, after a brief battle with cancer.

Born May 7, 1961 in Exeter, NH, she grew up and lived on Hampton Beach for years and resided in Rochester, NH for nineteen years.

A loving homemaker and mother, she loved hosting family events, especially birthday parties.  She loved camping trips with her family,  loved Bingo and trips to Foxwoods.  Kate was the most selfless person, always putting others needs above her own.  She gave all she had to make sure her family was always happy.

Survived by her husband of 45 years: Ronald O'Connell, their 5 children: Jamie O'Connell & partner Jason Green, Jessica & husband Tron Boyce, Beth & husband Jeffrey Berube, Ronald O'Connell, Brian & wife Jessica O'Connell, 13 Grandchildren, 1 Great Grandchild, 3 siblings: Evie Brodeur, Donna Scripture and George Lamott, also aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by her mother Yvonne & stepfather George Lamott, sisters: Charlene & Lori and brothers: Buddy, General & Glen.

A Celebration of her Life will be held on Saturday December 31, 2022 at 11am at a family home on 71 Shore Drive, Middleton, NH 03887, officiated by our family Pastor Glen Boardman.

Cremation Care by Peaslee Funeral Home of Farmington.  To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com