|Regulatory Crematory Requirements, "Excellent customer service, they made you feel like you were their only customer. Bling Blinky of TEXAS Shout Out: God Bless You!!". They later divorced. I worked with him many years at Kroger both in Indianapolis and Cincinnati. Our prayers for the OConnor family. A Southgate native and a graduate of Schaefer High School, Dennis was a decorated police officer with the Trenton Police Department for 25 years. Dennis was chosen to represent the department in various parts of the country to teach and learn new skills in the field of forensic investigations. Orange County Register Homepage . 2023 Firtion Adams Funeral Home. To follow Dennis's story, enter your email. Prior to Trenton PD, Dennis served in the Sumpter Township PD for 5 years. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. To send flowers After an order is placed, our forestry partners will plant the tree in the area of greatest need (nearest the funeral home), according to the planting schedule for the year. He was a 1966 graduate of Central City High School and went on to obtain his associate's . She is also survived by nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and nephews. Legendary entertainer and British television star Des O'Connor has passed. I can speak highly enough of Dusty Martin, who helped us with all of the planning and logistics. Born in Springfield, he grew up in Westfield, the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Hickson) OConnor. Dennis Walter Conner (born September 16, 1942) is an American yachtsman. Planting will take place in Spring or Summer of the same year.
Dennis had a profound passion for police work and began his career as a beat cop with the Westfield Police Department. A year later, he transferred to the Springfield Police Department where he proudly served his community until his retirement as a sergeant in 2010. Over his three decades, he served in the Traffic and Crime Prevention bureaus, the motorcycle division, as traffic reconstruction investigator, and most profoundly as a detective in the Robbery and Homicide Unit. A member of an incredible team of detectives, he utilized his intelligence and tenacious investigative skills to solve many high profile homicide cases. I am so sorry to hear of Denniss death.
Dennis graduated from Westfield High School in 1972 and went on to receive an associates degree from Holyoke Community College before completing both his bachelors and masters degrees in criminal justice at Western New England University. Sign up for service and obituary updates. WESTFIELD Dennis M. OConnor, 68, of Westfield, passed away on December 11th at Holyoke Medical Center following a brief illness surrounded by his family and friends. Dennis E.W. Dennis married Jean Kluck. Denis S. O'Connor Funeral Home 91-05 Beach Channel Drive Rockaway Beach, NY 11693 View Obituary Thursday, February 2, 2023 Visitation for Isabella Macleod 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Visitation will be Sunday April 27, 2014 from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes Williamston Chapel, 205 E. Middle St., with rosary prayed at 7:30 pm. Paw Tracks in the Moonlight. Recent Obituaries | Denis S. O'Connor Inc. Search the Obituaries Show All / Browse Obituaries Our Obituaries (Displaying 1 - 20 of 1642 records) Susan Faughey December 29, 2022 All services private. Pascoag, RI PASCOAG, RI-Elizabeth Ann O'Connor at 91, beloved sister, aunt, and friend passed away at Bayberry Commons on February 15, following a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Born in Springfield, he grew up in Westfield, the son of the late Joseph and Barbara (Hickson) OConnor. He never missed attending the varied sporting events and activities of his children and grandchildren, whether at a wrestling match for his son Jonathan, football games with his son Jason, a fencing tournament with his daughter Grace, or soccer, basketball or theater activities with his grandchildren. Over his three decades, he served in the Traffic and Crime Prevention bureaus, the motorcycle division, as traffic reconstruction investigator, and most profoundly as a detective in the Robbery and Homicide Unit. Dennis M. 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Obituary Born in Chicago in October of 1950, and raised in Altadena, California, Dennis Michael O'Connor spent most of his life in Southern California on what many might call a hero's journey. All Rights Reserved. Lieutenant Dennis O'Connor (Lowrider) of Las Vegas, Nevada passed away on August 12, 2022 at the age of 63. Denny OConnor was born May 30, 1941 to Wilbur and Martha (Patrias) OConnor, and passed away peacefully April 23, 2014 with his loving family holding him. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. so many people he was Readers can submit an obituary or submit a milestone to The Gazette. We would especially like to thank the Holyoke Medical Center for the great compassion and kindness they extended to Dennis and his family during his illness along with his son, Jonathan, for his daily dedication to his fathers care. Betty Ann, as she was known to friends and family, was born on March 5, 1931, in Worcester to the late Lawrence J. and Marian (McNamee) Sullivan. Dennis, until we meet again, possibly on Clare Island, we love you. www.OConnorMortuary.com Menu. Leave your condolences to the family on this memorial page or send flowers to show you care. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Denny was a very well-known and respected local community general contractor for over 30 years, and was a Farmall tractor and gardening enthusiast. Dennis was chosen to represent the department in various parts of the country to teach and learn new skills in the field of forensic investigations. A man of unwavering faith, he remained an active communicant of St. Marys Church in Westfield. His family will miss him terribly; they will forever cherish the memories of his devotion as father and grandfather.
Dennis, until we meet again, possibly on Clare Island, we love you. In memory of my dad James A. Dodd, Sr. I want to personally thank you and let you know that you made everything better in that moment. Family will greet friends and family from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021, at Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Central City. (HIckson) OConnor (2021). Calling hours for Dennis will be Friday, Dec. 16 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Firtion Adams Funeral Home, 76 Broad St., Westfield. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. The amount of compassion and empathy they showed me immediately let me know I found the right place to cremate my son. He was always honored to serve alongside his brothers and sisters in blue. Wayne Baxter assisted & guided us through the entire process with such care & compassion. He loved to play a round of golf or to visit friends and relatives in other parts of the country, especially in the Golden Isles with his sons family in Georgia. Funeral Date I cannot thank them enough for their professionalism, SINCERE concern, and commitment to making sure my son was honored in the most respectful way. Dennis is one of five children of John and Sally OConnor, long time Southgate residents and both now deceased and is survived by his wife Dr. Cecilia OConnor, daughter Kristy Morgan, stepson Brett Titus and Kyle Mayrand, stepdaughters Rachel Mayrand, Kristen Mayrand and sisters Mary Ann Collingwood, Roseanne Menard and Andrea O Connor. It seems everyone knew Denny, and he knew everyone. A funeral mass will be held Monday April 28, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church in Williamston, 157 High St. with Father Peter J. Clark officiating. ", "Wayne and Staff, thank you for taking care of the arrangements for our mom, Exter McGee and our dad, Philip McGee. In addition to his passion for serving the public as a law enforcement officer, Dennis was always quick to share his sense of humor in the enjoyment he always found in life. You can then forward the email to the family or print it and give it to them personally. 14 distinct works Similar authors. www.firtionadams.com. Denny was a very well-known and respected local community general contractor for over 30 years, and was a Farmall tractor and gardening enthusiast. (Jane) of Sterling, MA, Mary Lou Mack of Dennis, MA, Patricia and Thomas. He never missed a birthday party, graduation, or important life event, loyal to his family and friends and will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews, along with the abundant OConnor, Hickson, Fallon and Hand relatives. Upon graduating from the USC School of Medicine, he did a residency in pediatrics, to the joy of the many families he looked after. John F Tierney Funeral Home219 West Center StreetManchester, CT 06040Email:tierneyfuneralhome@hotmail.com. May he be at peace and all brings benefit from his efforts. He was incredibly understanding and helpful. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, September 15th, 2021, at St. James Church, 896 Main Street, Manchester, CT at 10:00 a.m. with a private burial to follow. your email below for our complimentary daily grief messages. A Masonic funeral service will take place at noon on Saturday at the funeral home. saving. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Box 15265, Springfield, MA 01115-5265. In honor of his proud Irish heritage, the family requests that the color green be worn. Dennis O'Connor Obituary We are sad to announce that on September 8, 2021, at the age of 72, Dennis O'Connor (Manchester, Connecticut), born in Hartford, Connecticut passed away. Dennis was an avid motorcycle enthusiast who found peace and adventure on his Harley Davidson. His children Patrick O'Connor (Alicia Schulhof), Sean O'Connor (Lauren), and Brigid Benefiel (Jon). He is survived by his sons Eric OConnor of Simi Valley, CA., James (Heidi) OConnor of Holt, and Shawn OConnor of Lansing, grandchildren Kyle, Bailey, Travis and Nathan, brothers Terry, Junior, Mike, Joe, Tom, John, and sisters Maureen and Annette. He was always honored to serve alongside his brothers and sisters in blue. Dennis was born on Sept. 26, 1948, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Walter and Maedean (Bishop) O'Connor. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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