Kathleen Joyce O’Hara

Kathleen “Kathy” Joyce O’Hara, 89, of Baxter, IA, passed away on April 16, 2024, in Lincoln, NE.

Kathleen, known affectionately as “Neene,” was born in Persia, IA, to Raymond and Katherine Collings. She managed the Elks Club in Nebraska City alongside her husband, Don O’Hara. In the 1970s, they purchased O’Hara’s Steakhouse in Irwin, IA. Following life’s twists and turns, she relocated to San Antonio, TX, where Kathleen pursued a career as a travel agent. Returning to Iowa, she continued her work as a travel agent, exploring the world she loved.

Kathy’s hobbies included watching golf on TV, reading, Tuesday coffee at church, monthly lunch with Juan and Marj and most importantly, connecting with her grandkids daily. She was always happy and took immense pride in her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her children: Donella Anderson, Annette (Rick) Condon, Ray (Cindy) O’Hara, Kelly (Gigi) O’Hara, Michelle Nightser; sister Beverly Adkins; brothers David (Judy) Collings, Lin Sprague; cousin Nancy Hemmingsen; 30 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-granddaughter, lot of nieces/nephews. She is preceded in death by her son Stuart O’Hara and brother Tom Collings.

A service to celebrate Kathleen’s life will be held at Baxter Congregational Church, May 10, 11:00 am, 218 S Main Street, Baxter, IA 50028.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the family for a future memorial are appreciated