Sharyn A. Connor, 70, of Shawnee, KS, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 26, 2019, surrounded by her family and friends. Visitation will be 5-7:00 PM Monday, September 2, 2019 at the Porter Funeral Home, 8535 Monrovia Street, Lenexa, KS. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 AM, Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 11th & Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Sister Servants of Mary, Kansas City Hospice, and/or Cancer Action.
Sharyn was born September 15, 1948, in Kansas City, KS. Sharyn was known for her dedication and service to the students and teachers of the Kansas City, KS Public Schools. She was employed with the KCKPS for 42 years; 25 years as a Kindergarten Teacher and 17 years as the Principal at New Stanley Elementary School. She was a member of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and received a service award from Bishop James Johnston for her dedication and service to the church in 2018. Sharyn was known for her big smile, positive attitude, love of family, and her unwavering friendship. Sharyn was preceded in death by her father William T. Hinkle. Sharyn is survived by her husband of 49 years, Robert E. Connor, daughter Qiyra (aka Allyson) Marie, granddaughters Margaret and Malia Edmonds, her mother Angie Hinkle, siblings Karol (Dave) Relford, Mike (Diane) Hinkle, Pat (LeAnn) Hinkle, Kevin (Ivana) Hinkle and many extended family and friends.