Vernon K. Connor, 57, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at his home. Vernon was born to Leslie and Marcella (Morrison) Connor on June 23, 1964 in Cook, MN. He attended Rainy Lake College and Bemidji college, earning his Vo Tech degree in carpentry.

Vernon enjoyed carpentry and woodworking. He also enjoyed fishing, playing cards and popping wild rice. Vernon had a great sense of humor, which he used to handle many circumstances. He was a carefree guy who was always joking and friendly. His family remembers his "burley laugh". You didn't need to see Vernon in the room; you just knew from hearing his laugh.

Vernon was preceded in death by his father Leslie; his brother Leslie John Jr.; a baby sister Angela Louise; maternal grandparents: John and Angeline Morrison; and paternal grandparents: Lafayette and Ruth Connor.

Vernon is survived by his mother Marcella Connor; sister Janice Connor; brothers: Marty Connor (Char Jordan); Mike (Tonya) Connor; and Allen "Buzz" Connor; aunties: Edith Villebrun and Carol Chico; uncle Floyd Morrison; nephews Jordan, Michael John and Tate; nieces: Joy, Sharla, Nazhoni and Rhieanna; and many other relatives and friends.

A Wake will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 from 5:00PM to 10:00PM at the Nett Lake Baptist Church, Nett Lake, MN. The Funeral Service will be held the next day on Wednesday, September 22 at 10:00AM, also at the Nett Lake Baptist Church. Visitation will be held again, one hour prior to the service at the Church. To leave an online condolence visit www.mlakerfuneralhome.com