Molly, me and her vw bug named Sydney she gave me when I was 11 years old. I still have Sydney and think of Molly often

I miss you Molly, i have so much to tell you. I just wanted you to know  that i think of you often and i  just miss you.
I know you  are up there blessing everyone with your beautiful smile and heart!  I wish we could go out to pacifico for some margies and chips and salsa!
Your birthdays comming up and i know you didnt like to make a big deal about it but I tell you, somewhere here in Bellingham i will try to make it out to a nice Restraunt that you would like and celebrate. Love you!

Molly was one of the greatest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting, at age 11 she gave me her beloved yellow 1970 VW bug named Sydney, it was my first car and started me out on a bright future with auto mechanics, now 25 I still have and love that lil VW. so grateful I had the opportunity to get to know Molly over the years, I will deeply miss seeing you in Calistoga and only wish I had finished the restoration of Sydney in time to reunite you too. Much Love and many Blessings.

My heart goes out to anyone who knew Molly, she was one of a kind and all who met her were touched by her kindness and the love that she gave each of us. I don't know of anyone who ever had a bad thing to say about her. A lovely woman who I will miss a lot and carry in my heart. Much love to her family and friends and much love to a special friend.

One of my fondest memories of Molly would be having lunch with her in Calistoga when I would be in town.  It was almost impossible to stay on track with our conversation because every other person who walked by our table knew Molly and would stop to talk.  We as her family know how special Molly was and it was a joy to be in her presence and to witness the love that surrounded Molly wherever she was.  There are no words to describe missing Molly...

Molly babysat my children years ago and I always enjoyed bumping into her at the farmer's market or library. The last time I saw her, just a few weeks ago, I asked how she was and she said, "Oh you know, same old-same old!" What a shock to learn she passed away. Rest in peace, Molly.

Molly, Much time has passed since we were little girls and best friends...I will always remember you and your playful, bright smile.

We were sorry to hear that Molly had passed away.  She always had the greatest smile.  May she rest in peace.

Len and Melanie Waterson

May you and your family take comfort in all the happy memories that resid ein your hearts forever. Know that you and she will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Molly was an amazing woman who brightened every life she touched.  I was so privileged to have her as a friend for over 30 years and lucky to have her as a roommate every year at San Domenico.  Molly was an enthusiastic guide to many adventures together.  So brave and open to life. She left us too soon.  Molly will always have a place in my heart.  I love her very much and send deepest condolences to KC, Kate, Tim, John, Siena and her entire family.


Molly was such a beautiful friend. I was so very blessed to be her roommate for a few years.  Her vibrance and her uplifting spirit  was such a joy to be around. We shared some of the best times together. We often Invited friends over for big elaborate pot luck dinners and theme parties in our home.
She always whistled as she'd walk through the house putting out fresh flowers. She' d cruise by and say "whats up buttercup?"She brought light wherever she went, it made me smile. She would sometimes mix up a batch of margaritas just for fun.  Molly was a positive woman full of grace and love. 
For years we were part of a group of women that met faithfully every week. It was a safe place to explore our creativity, views on spirituality and to speak our heart's truth. I know that each one of the women that were a part of that group would say that they loved her dearly for her wisdom, strength and for her wonderful and often freshly, bizarre sence of humor.  I saw her as the calm one with a confidence and a wisdom that revealed her strength and grace. We loved her. Molly was dearly loved.  We all  were so very blessed by her. I will miss you Molly, I will miss me comming into town years after I moved away, and calling you up on a whim to go have coffee and chat . We could always start right where we left off. I really enjoyed sharing with you. You were never judgemental, always listening with an openness and warmth. I love you Molly, thank you for being such a great and wonderful friend. I am going to miss you. May the Angels surround you with love and grace the way you did for those of us who were lucky enough to know you.
Candice Elmore, Bellingham Washington

Precious, beautiful Molly, we are better for having you in our lives. Thank you.

I remember Molly from San Domenico days, sitting in her room in the dorms and laughing ..... her bravery, her dignity and her grace.

Molly was my best friend  Every morning at 8 am she called me to discuss the previous days events.  We would make our plans for that day,  and talk about 4 or 5 times a day.  I see her in my minds eye,  driving up my driveway to pick me up and go to Santa Rosa to do our usual errands,  Costco, Trader Joe's, Hi Tech Burrito and See's  for a sample chocolate.  She would unpak my groceries,  she was the strong one,  she took care of my property, my home, my Hacienda Guest House,  my precious dogs when i traveled each year....She had a nik name for Perrie,  called him Periwinkle,   no one did...
she had nik names for all her clients and their kids that she loved so much and took such good care of...  How will they do without her ?  I walk thru town now and an emptiness comes over me,  Molly is not here.  I wake up every morning thinking it was a bad dream,  and then i remember,  Molly is not here..
I don't know what the future will bring,  but certainly not a best friend like
Molly....

Molly, was a person with a heart of gold...She had a zest for life that few have...She was a person who radiated great joy...She was so positive...what ever was happening in her life she directed it towards a good end.  I loved her dearly, and will miss her.
Tomma May
Gilbert, Arizona

Molly: she lived in Calistoga, she had lots of good friends, she loved a man for many years, she worked hard, she loved to snip items out of papers and save them, she was always learning new things, she ate dinners out with her friends, she loved to get dressed up , she loved a good Margaritta, and she loved her town, her friends and her family. She had a great life and she lived it well. So here's to you sweet Molly, we, your friends loved you and we will miss you very much. May your heaven be all you wished it to be. We send our love to you now and forever. Thanks for all the good days we had with you. You lived your life as a lady, full of grace. Your beauty will never be forgotten.  
Connie Elmore

John and Siena, and family.  We are so saddened to learn of Molly's death. She was in Tony B's class, and we watched her grow up from Florence's Little School through high school.  Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Rich and Sarah Simpson

Comment expliquer la foi en Dieu quand il nous prive si soudainement et si tôt d'une personne comme Molly?
Belle, naturelle, généreuse et toujours pleine d'amour et de bonté pour ses proches et ses amis.
Merci pour les 26 ans d'amitié et d'affection que tu m'as donne. Tu me manques déjà.

Dear Molly was funny, warm, loving, giving and a wonderful dear friend of over 30 years. I have so many great memories of our high school days when Molly was young and full of life and a bright light for all of us.  She is much loved amongst our high school community of women and this terrible loss is deeply felt. We will always hold Molly in our hearts. Her beauty, both inside and out defines her. I am so sad we lost her so soon.

She was a sweet gal, and her sense of humor was so unusual.  I am saddened by her death at such an early age.

Molly was truly one of the most thoughtful, generous, giving and selfless people I have known in my 25 years in the Napa Valley. Her shining smile, genuine warmth and enthusiasm always brightened my day. Such a wonderful spirit and open, full heart, I feel lucky to have known her. Sending my best, Carol...and Rocky

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Molly O'Connell

January 9, 1960 – May 20, 2013

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