Becky Olson O’Connell

June 7, 1951 - June 30, 2015
Becky Olson O’Connell

Becky O’Connell of Williamsburg, VA passed away on June 30, 2015.She was born on June 7, 1951 in Petersburg, VA, the daughter of Frances Royal Olson and Roger Algot Olson. They went before her as did her two beloved Aunts, Lillian Royal Stouffs and Nell Royal Rhodes of Richmond, VA. Becky is survived by her husband of 45 years, Michael S. O’Connell, their two sons, Michael Matthew and Bryan Tucker. Becky was very close to her two daughter-in-laws, Bridget and Michelle. She adored her three grandchildren, Hannah Mackenzie, Alexander Patrick and Cameron Davis O’Connell. Becky also leaves behind her sister Nancy Olson Ohlinger, her husband Charlie and Nancy’s two children Nick and Liza Tatar and their families. Becky was a 1969 graduate of Warwick High School, in Newport News, and a 1971 graduate of Riverside School of Nursing. Becky wants us to remember all the good times…. her wedding to Mike, the births of her sons, their weddings and Grandchildren, holiday celebrations around the table, shopping with her Mom, Aunts and Sister in Richmond, boat parties on the James, and neighborhood get togethers. Becky was a very wonderful, sincere and loving person to everyone she met, she will be missed. The family will greet friends and relatives at Bucktrout Funeral Home, 4124 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, VA from 7-8:30 pm, on July 2, 2015. Becky will be laid to rest in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Williamsburg, VA during a private service for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Williamsburg Hospice House.


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  • July 01, 2015
    Richard Carlson says:
    Expressions of Sympathy Richard Carlson has sent this Expressions of Sympathy card.

  • July 01, 2015
    Peggy Fisher Meredith says:
    All the fun times in school we had together will be a blessed memory for me. "Chipmunk"...your laugh has always stayed in my heart...your smile hit my soul...you, my dear friend will be so terribly missed even from those long ago memories. May you stay in the comfort of our dear Savior's arms forever and ever. Love you Big......"Silly" ♡

  • July 01, 2015
    John Norman says:
    I knew Becky from Ivy Farms. We grew up together and I always remember her a smiling and happy person. I am sorry for your loss.

  • June 30, 2015
    Sandra Alley says:
    I was so sorry to learn of Becky's passing. Sending prayers and love to all of Becky's family during this very hard time. Please take comfort in knowing that Becky is in the thoughts and love of so many people. May God bless you and look over all of you. Love,

  • July 01, 2015
    Louisa Coons says:
    I'm so sorry to hear of Becky's passing. I remember Becky from high school as a happy, fun and warm person. I know that your memories will stay warm in your hearts. I'm sending prayers for your family from Denver.