A Chat With Kevin O'Connor

Episode 248 of the Give Grief A Chance podcast, hosted by Diane Morgan, titled "A Chat With Kevin O'Connor" was published on March 13, 2024 and runs 52 minutes.

March 13, 2024 ·52m · Give Grief A Chance

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Summary

Ever wondered what life is like growing up in a funeral home? Come and meet my guest Kevin O'Connor who grew up in an old victorian, three story home which housed not only his family, but his aunt, uncle, their three daughters, plus the family mortuary business. Over the years Kevin collected many family letters and audio recordings, and has written a book called 'Two Floors Above Grief' which is full of fascinating details and anecdotes about his upbringing as a funeral home child. Enjoy!

Episode Description

Ever wondered what life is like growing up in a funeral home? Come and meet my guest Kevin O'Connor who grew up in an old victorian, three story home which housed not only his family, but his aunt, uncle, their three daughters, plus the family mortuary business. Over the years Kevin collected many family letters and audio recordings, and has written a book called 'Two Floors Above Grief' which is full of fascinating details and anecdotes about his upbringing as a funeral home child. Enjoy!

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