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Two Floors Above Grief: A Memoir of Two Families in the Unique Place We Called Home by Kevin O'Connor
Category: Memoir & Wellness, eBook
Praise "...I applaud Kevin for his effort and for the inspiration and example he sets for all of us. He prompts us to appreciate the value of our family history and the importance of passing on the knowledge of the world and society that we, through our experiences and relationships, have acquired." -Lorraine Cobcroft, Readers' Favorite |
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ABOUT THE BOOK
Imagine growing up in a house where joy and grief coexist under the same roof—a stately Victorian mansion where the upstairs hummed with the energy of two lively families, and the basement displayed caskets next to the closed door of an embalming room. Kevin O’Connor invites you into his extraordinary childhood, where the sounds of laughter mixed with the business of a funeral home.
Through a captivating collection of family letters spanning the 1920s to the ‘80s, O’Connor masterfully weaves a story that balances life's most poignant moments—births, celebrations, and yes, death—into a tapestry of resilience, love, and joy.
Amazon readers are raving:
O'Connor writes a memoir like no other—filled with humor, heart, and a touch of the extraordinary. Between the constantly ringing phone of the funeral home, interludes of family musical performances, and backyard basketball games, Kevin's story shows how life’s biggest challenges are met with unwavering love, a good sense of humor, and an appreciation for every fleeting moment.
Step into a story where death isn’t the end, but a reminder to embrace all the moments that make life worth living.
Perfect for fans of heartfelt memoirs, unique family histories, and stories that remind us of the beauty of resilience.
Imagine growing up in a house where joy and grief coexist under the same roof—a stately Victorian mansion where the upstairs hummed with the energy of two lively families, and the basement displayed caskets next to the closed door of an embalming room. Kevin O’Connor invites you into his extraordinary childhood, where the sounds of laughter mixed with the business of a funeral home.
Through a captivating collection of family letters spanning the 1920s to the ‘80s, O’Connor masterfully weaves a story that balances life's most poignant moments—births, celebrations, and yes, death—into a tapestry of resilience, love, and joy.
Amazon readers are raving:
- "Captivating! A celebration of both life and death."
- "Refreshing to find a read on funerals and death that still strives for happiness and joy."
- "An uplifting reminder of how love and family can shine through even the darkest times."
O'Connor writes a memoir like no other—filled with humor, heart, and a touch of the extraordinary. Between the constantly ringing phone of the funeral home, interludes of family musical performances, and backyard basketball games, Kevin's story shows how life’s biggest challenges are met with unwavering love, a good sense of humor, and an appreciation for every fleeting moment.
Step into a story where death isn’t the end, but a reminder to embrace all the moments that make life worth living.
Perfect for fans of heartfelt memoirs, unique family histories, and stories that remind us of the beauty of resilience.
Kevin O'Connor
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
In addition to writing, Two Floors Above Grief: A Memoir of Two Families in the Unique Place We Called Home, Kevin O’Connor is the founder of the social media platform @thegriefnavigator. He offers guidance and resources to help individuals and communities navigate their journeys of grief. With a background in the funeral industry and expertise in family history preservation and education, Kevin provides unique insights into bereavement.
He writes a weekly newsletter reaching over two thousand readers. Kevin shares perspectives on family-owned businesses, links to over thirty podcast guest appearances, stories about the impact of his book, the legacies of past professionals, and the significance of preserving family archives.
His book is based on 700 pages of family letters from the 1930s to the 1970s. His stories recount his childhood living in an apartment above a funeral home. It has achieved bestseller status in categories such as Family Relationships, Business Professional Biography, Death & Grief, and Coming-of-Age.
Before his writing career, Kevin served nearly 50 years in public education as a teacher, principal, university professor, and curriculum designer. As principal of Maplewood School in Cary, IL, he helped the school gain top-ranked state and Chicago area recognition. His last decade in education focused on advocacy programs for LGBTQ youth and the creation of award-winning K-12 Family Life and Sexual Health programs in Broward County, FL.
Currently, Kevin is developing two new books: one on organizing family letters to uncover generational insights and another based on students' lasting memories from his years as a teacher and principal.
A resident of Ft. Lauderdale, Kevin is also a community theater actor, with roles in Godspell, Fiddler on the Roof, and more. He and his husband have five adult sons and seven granddaughters. Kevin is available for in-person and virtual presentations on topics related to grief, family history, LGBT advocacy, death care, education, and other topics.
Website: https://www.kevinoconnorauthor.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefnavigator
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.oconnor2
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmoconnor
Purchase the book here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMZ5P3RF/
In addition to writing, Two Floors Above Grief: A Memoir of Two Families in the Unique Place We Called Home, Kevin O’Connor is the founder of the social media platform @thegriefnavigator. He offers guidance and resources to help individuals and communities navigate their journeys of grief. With a background in the funeral industry and expertise in family history preservation and education, Kevin provides unique insights into bereavement.
He writes a weekly newsletter reaching over two thousand readers. Kevin shares perspectives on family-owned businesses, links to over thirty podcast guest appearances, stories about the impact of his book, the legacies of past professionals, and the significance of preserving family archives.
His book is based on 700 pages of family letters from the 1930s to the 1970s. His stories recount his childhood living in an apartment above a funeral home. It has achieved bestseller status in categories such as Family Relationships, Business Professional Biography, Death & Grief, and Coming-of-Age.
Before his writing career, Kevin served nearly 50 years in public education as a teacher, principal, university professor, and curriculum designer. As principal of Maplewood School in Cary, IL, he helped the school gain top-ranked state and Chicago area recognition. His last decade in education focused on advocacy programs for LGBTQ youth and the creation of award-winning K-12 Family Life and Sexual Health programs in Broward County, FL.
Currently, Kevin is developing two new books: one on organizing family letters to uncover generational insights and another based on students' lasting memories from his years as a teacher and principal.
A resident of Ft. Lauderdale, Kevin is also a community theater actor, with roles in Godspell, Fiddler on the Roof, and more. He and his husband have five adult sons and seven granddaughters. Kevin is available for in-person and virtual presentations on topics related to grief, family history, LGBT advocacy, death care, education, and other topics.
Website: https://www.kevinoconnorauthor.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegriefnavigator
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.oconnor2
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmoconnor
Purchase the book here:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMZ5P3RF/
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