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Thomas O'CONNOR Obituary

O'CONNOR - Thomas F., of Islip, NY, on Janaury 4, 2014, at the age of 76. Beloved husband of Barbara O'Connor. Loving father of Sharon O'Connor and Catherine Haufler (James). Cherished grandfather of Brenna and Connor. Dear brother of Margaret Cannon. Visiting, Monday 2-5PM and 7-9PM at the OvertonFuneral Home, Inc, 172 Main Street, Islip. Funeral Mass 10:45 AM Tuesday, St. Mary's R.C. Church, East Islip, NY. Interment, Queen of All Saints Cemetery, Central Islip, NY.

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Published by Newsday on Jan. 5, 2014.

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Sharon O'Connor

December 31, 2014

Hi Diana,
Thank you very much for thinking of us. I've been thinking of you and your family during this especially difficult time of the year as well. I read your dad's book's latest entry from a former student that I thought was so sweet. Because of that entry, I'm seriously considering keeping my dad's book open for another year. Thank you again and know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Diana Dennelly

December 30, 2014

Dear Sharon, Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers this holiday season, I know how hard it can be. I hope you had a blessed Christmas. Love, Diana

Sharon O'Connor

January 7, 2014

Thanks, Kathy. You have also been a huge support to me especially over the last year or so. Thank you for that. Big hugs.

Kathy Demaio

January 6, 2014

My sincerest comdolences Sharon to you and your family. Your dad sounded like he was an amazing husband, father and Papa along with a great sense of humor. My prayers are with you and your family.

Sharon O'Connor

January 6, 2014

Thank you, Bob. As I've told you before, I know my dad would have loved you. Thank you for helping me to get through the past years. Hugs.

Bob Ratcliff

January 6, 2014

Mr. O'Connor lived a life that was an example to everyone. A teacher of life. Here's a man I'll spend the rest of my life trying to emulate. With my most sincere sympathy for your loss I'm still finding joy in all you've had and always will. Love this perfect is eternal. To know his family is to Mr. O'Connor.

Sharon O'Connor

January 6, 2014

D, I miss you so much. What an incredible example you and Mom have been to Cathy and me. You were the best father we could have ever asked for and most wonderful Papa to Brenna and Connor. I know you're in a much better place and we will all be together again one day. I love you so much. "You did good, D." xoxo

Sharon O'Connor

January 5, 2014

Thank you Diana, Wanda and whomever wrote the other entry. We all appreciate your love, support and prayers. <3

January 5, 2014

Sharon, my deepest condolences to you and your entire family on the passing of your dear father, Thomas. You have spoke of him so often that I felt as if I knew him through you. My prayers and love are with you all at this sad time. May his soul rest in peace and love with his family who have gone before him.

Diana Dennelly

January 5, 2014

Dear Sharon, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Wanda Siesicki

January 5, 2014

My deepest condolences Sharon. You always talked about your Dad with the deepest affection. Prayers go out to you, your Mom and the rest of your family. Love and Hugs, Wanda

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