Rylee Rose O'Connor

Rylee was the beloved daughter of Brett E. O'Connor and Sharon A. (Gonsalves) O'Connor, and her absence leaves an irreplaceable void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Rylee was a proud graduate of Joseph Case High School in Swansea, class of 2022, where she was a member of the cheerleading squad.

Following her graduation, she became a cherished member of the team at Harvest Tap and Table in Swansea, where her warm smile and kind spirit touched the lives of both her coworkers and patrons. Beyond her work, Rylee embraced life with enthusiasm and joy. She had a special fondness for her friends, and they were her greatest treasures. Rylee loved shopping, spending hours at Colt State Park in Bristol, hitting the gym, and creating unforgettable memories with those she held dear. Her vibrant personality and infectious laughter lit up any room, and her friends knew her as someone who was always ready for an adventure. Rylee will be remembered not only for her love of life but also for the kindness and warmth she brought to everyone around her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, friendship, and joyful memories that will remain in the hearts of her family and friends forever.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandparents, Richard and Mina O'Connor of Somerset; aunts and uncles, Paula Gonsalves of Somerset, Karen Vallee of Fall River, Wade and Kim O'Connor of Ohio, and Brian and Loryn (O'Connor) Shea of Somerset and her cousins Jack Shea, Collin, Hannah and Sydney O'Connor. Rylee was predeceased by her grandparents Paul D. and Carol (Cote) Gonsalves.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Celebration of Life on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10am in the Waring-Sullivan Home at Birchcrest, 189 Gardners Neck Rd., Swansea. Her burial will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery in Westport. Visiting hours will be Thursday, from 4-8pm in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her honor may be made to the Forever Paws Animal Shelter, 300 Lynwood St, Fall River, MA 02721. To place an online tribute or for directions, please visit: www.waring-sullivan.com