Frank C. O'Connor Jr.

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Frank O'Connor Obituary

O'Connor, Frank C. Jr. SCOTIA Frank C. O'Connor, Jr., 83, spouse of Marian A. Wemple, died peacefully with his loving family present on December 11, 2013 at Ellis Hospital. Born April 1, 1930 in Albany to Frank C. O'Connor Sr. and Essie (Kearney) O'Connor, Frank graduated from St. Joseph's School, Albany and from Christian Brother's Academy in the class of 1948. Following graduation he attended Siena College and then graduated from Renouard College of Embalming in NYC. He was a licensed funeral director and operated the O'Connor Funeral Home in Albany with his father Frank Sr. for many years. He also worked for NY Central Railroad and was superintendent at Park View Cemetery Association, Schenectady. He and Marian were married on September 23, 1950 at Blessed Sacrament Church, Albany. He is survived by six children and their spouses, Kathleen M. Ryan (Frank), Deborah Ann Marino (Robert), Frank C. O'Connor III (Carol Kirk), Judith M. Dixon (James), Thomas J. O'Connor (Kimberly Usas) and Joseph P. O'Connor (Margaret Janeski). He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Jane Cioffi and Sally Horan. Frank enjoyed participating in family events and community activities. He was a former president of the Schenectady Lions Club, a former Eucharistic Minister at St. John the Baptist Church, Schenectady and coach for Westland Hills Little League. Frank enjoyed golf and bowling and being a lifelong member of the BPOE (Elks Lodge 2480). He was also an enthusiastic fan of the New York Yankees and University of Notre Dame athletic teams. He was communicant of St. Joseph's Church, Scotia. Above all he loved his family and spending time with them. The family would like to express gratitude and thanks to the doctors, nursing staff and pastoral care team at Ellis Hospital for their wonderful care and kindness. Viewing hours at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 231 2nd St., Scotia will be on December 14, 2013 from 9 to 10 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated immediately following at St. Joseph's at 10 a.m. Burial will occur at Park Cemetery, Scotia in the Spring. Memorial contributions may be made in Frank's name to St. Joseph's Church, Scotia, The Lions Club and Albany Twilight Baseball League. To leave a message of condolence for the family, send a sympathy card, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit HansFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank O'Connor

10 Entries

December 17, 2013

Judy,Jim,Bethany and Stephen,I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad and grandpa and Marian your beloved husband. Our prayers are with you. May you find some peace in knowing what a kind and wonderful man he was.
With love, Diane and Katherine naydan

Suzi Lansing

December 14, 2013

Dear Frank and Carol- Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May God bless you and keep you close.- With love, Suzi and the entire Lansing family.

Mary Ann and John Kuhn

December 14, 2013

Dear Debbie, Bob, O'Connor Family and "Grandma" Marian,
We were certainly with you in spirit today and in prayer to celebrate the wonderful man, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather that your dear Frank has been in this wonderful life and family. He always was to me a gentle person full of love and happiness. Remember those qualities and remember all the happy days. We love you all and wish we could be with you at this time. God Bless you and comfort you.

December 14, 2013

My dearest Marian and Family,
Ann called me to let me know that Frank passed away. I was heartbroken. I will always cherish the memories we have shared over the years...I loved him like a brother. Wish I could be there to comfort you during this difficult time. Your friend, Joan Farrell

John Horan

December 14, 2013

Marian and O'Connor Family,

We are sorry to hear of Frank's passing. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Love,

Jack Horan and family

Keith Horan

December 13, 2013

Marion and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I always remember the great times that we had together with our families. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Love,
Keith, Coleen, Noelle, and Connor

December 13, 2013

Marian and all my nieces and nephews Iam so sorry about my Brother, your husband and father to all your wonderful children. Iam heartbroken that I can't be with all of you at this sad time. Iam so glad I talked with you both every weekend more often last week.We had many good times together.I love him and will miss him terribly. Love Sally

December 13, 2013

Marian and family,

Thanks for the phone call. We are saddened by this news and will greatly miss the Yankee/Red Sox banter from neighboring decks. Let me know if you need anything, Marian, day or night. I'm quick footsteps from your door. Sending love, Sally and John

Anna Cruz

December 13, 2013

Dear Judy, Jim, Bethany and Stephen,
Please accept our family's sympathies for your loss. God bless you all.
Love,
Anna, Andy and Dan

December 13, 2013

Marion,
Sorry to hear of Frank's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love, Ann & Len

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