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Jeremiah William O'Connor III
Jeremiah William O'Connor III
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Jeremiah O'Connor Obituary
He was the beloved husband of Karina Lagos O'Connor, devoted father of Emiliano and Sophia Marie, and the adored son of Jerry and Joan O'Connor of Bronxville, N.Y. Jerry is also survived by a wide circle of family and friends, including five beloved siblings: Bill (and Eileen) O'Connor of ye, N.Y., Chris (and M.E.) O'Connor of New Canaan, Conn., Marjorie (O'Connor) and Nat Furman of New Canaan, Conn., Catherine (O'Connor) and Matt Williams of New York, N.Y., and John O'Connor of New York, N.Y.; and 13 nieces and nephews who adored their Uncle Jerry.
Jerry was to serve as best man at his brother John's wedding to Erin Dougherty of Middleburgh, Va., on Dec. 4, 2010.
Jerry was a graduate of Bronxville High School, Harvard College and Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He worked at O'Connor Capital Partners, a real estate investment company in New York City.
Growing up, Jerry spent summers with his family in Harwich Port, where he sailed at Stone Horse Yacht Club. In recent years Jerry sailed, along with his brothers, in the Scudder Cup out of the Wianno Yacht Club in Osterville. Jerry loved being on the water and the challenge of the wind on the waves. Jerry was a brilliant person, a voracious reader and a larger-than-life personality. He was devoted to his friends and family. He had a smile, a laugh and a twinkle in his eye that will forever brighten the lives of all who knew him.
A wake will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12, and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 13, at Fred McGrath and Sons Funeral Home, 914-337-6770. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 14, at St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville, N.Y.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Catholic Relief Services, 917-587-5726.
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Vinnie Panettieri
September 4, 2024
I'll always remember Jerry's no nonsense, to the point attitude at all our partnership meetings. I appreciated his constant encouragement while navigating the 3 partners. A wonderful human being. God bless.
Susan Murphy
September 20, 2011
I'm looking for a Jerry O'Connor who served on the USS Badoeng Strait CVE 1?? 1949-50 + or his family.
Matt Camp
October 6, 2010
I am saddened by this news. Jerry was a good man and a wonderful friend. He will be missed dearly by all of us who knew him in college and business school. My prayers and condolences go out to his family and friends.
kate keizler
September 23, 2010
I have lit a candle and said the Kaddish(jewish prayer of mourning) everyday for a week. He is part of my soul, with every step i think how valuable his family is to all of us. life is precious-- live for Jerry, Karina, emiliano, Sophia and Mole' today
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September 22, 2010
I am very sad to hear of Jerry's passing. My deepest sympathy to the entire O'Connor family.
Rod Walkey
September 20, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry
Heartbroken to hear about your loss.
My deepest sympathy to you and to the wonderful O'Connor family.
Roz Jacobs
Anne McNiff
September 20, 2010
I want to send my thoughts and prayers to the entire O'Connor family. I knew Jerry from spending my summers in Harwichport. Jerry was one of the nicest people that I have ever met.
I will miss him dearly.
Eddie Leung
September 19, 2010
I am deeply sorry to hear the news. He will be remembered and loved. My best wishes to all of you.
Amir Nahai
September 16, 2010
Dear O'Connor family,
I am incredibly sorry for your loss. I'll always remember Jerry's smile, kind hear and sense of humour. He touched all of us at Tuck. My sincerest condolences
Burke Carroll
September 16, 2010
I will always see that smiling freckled face O'Connor kid that I remember from our Harwichport days. All my best to lifetime friends. My best to all of you. Burke Carroll
Harvey Schulweis
September 16, 2010
I extend my deepest sympathies to Joan and Jerry and the entire extended O'Connor family on the tragic loss of their cherished son.
South Bronx Educational Foundation
September 16, 2010
The Board of Directors of the South Bronx Educational Foundation extend our most sincere sympathy to Jerry's family, and especially his father, our Honoree and benefactor.
Dr.Edward & Iris Lipke
September 15, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the O'Conner family
Molly Kroon Jennings
September 15, 2010
I feel so blessed to have known Jerry while we both lived in San Francisco. He was so smart and witty, but what I will remember most was his kindness and generosity to his friends. The world has lost a wonderful human being and I send my deepest condolences to Jerry's family. I can only imagine the devoted husband and father he became.
Jason Rees
September 14, 2010
I knew Jerry from our time playing rugby together in Mexico. He was a great guy and a great player......DYNO-MITE in fact. They say that God recalls his best works early so not to make the rest look so bad. Unfortunately that was the case with Jerry. I am sure that he will be sorely missed by all who met him...even briefly.
Deepest sympathy to his family especially Karina and the kids.
I think the sun is shining just a little dimmer the last few days...gone but never forgotten
Love
Jason Blanca and family
September 14, 2010
Jerry was a memorable student to all his teachers at the Bronxville School. May your faith and the love and support of friends and family sustain you. My prayers are with you.
Linda Vernon
Exeter, New Hampshire
Tyler Brown
September 14, 2010
I am terribly sorry to he about the passing of such a beloved friend. I have many very fond memories of times spent with Jerry and and am going to miss him greatly. My deepest sympathay goes out to his family at this horrible time. I am really sorry I can't attend the funeral, but my heart goes out to the entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
September 13, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to the O'Connor family. Although I didn't know Jerry well I had the good fortune to meet him through friends in San Francisco. He was a warm and thoughtful human being. God bless you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Colleen (McGlynn) Moody and Family
September 13, 2010
I am so very sorry and shocked to hear the sad news of the tragic loss of Jerry. I had the good fortune of working with him for several years during his time in Providence. He was a delightful human being. I enjoyed all of my interactions with Jerry. He was hardworking, funny, caring and enthusiastic. I am so saddened by his passing, the world has lost a bright shining light. Please know that Jerry and the entire O'Connor family are in my prayers.
Gary Johnson
Christopher F. McGraty
September 13, 2010
Joan and Jerry, With great sorrow is this written as all who know the O'Connor Clan, know how incredibly close and private you are. From our days "Up the Hill" at Holy Cross, to service for the NY Archdiocese, there was always an O'Connor quietly helping others in need. You and your family have now had to make the ultimate sacrifice with the passing of Jerry. Please know that the comfort and prayers of your friends from across this country are with you now. Sincerely, Chris McGratty
September 13, 2010
To Karina, Emiliano and Sophia: words can never express my sorrow to you and his family. Jerry was such a terrific guy - loved by everyone. It was my extreme honor to have known him and I will always remember his smile.
Drew Alexander
September 13, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It is very sad and I offer you my most heartfelt condolences in this very tough time.
Jim & Pat Bullock
September 13, 2010
Dear Joan & Jerry:
Pat and I are extremely sorry to hear of Jerry's passing and the great loss it represents for all of your family. It's indeed sad when someone so young is taken so suddenly. Please accept our condolences during this most difficult time.
Eugenio Aburto Capt. Miquiztli RFC
September 13, 2010
To the entire O'Connor Family, on behalf of the Miquiztli Rugby Football Club based in Mexico City, now spread from Ireland to Argentina, we wish to offer our most sincere condolences. Jerry, a twice national champion with the team, has and will always be respected and loved as family. We're all with you in these difficult times.
Stephen and Beth McParland
September 13, 2010
To The O'Connor Family: We are shocked to hear of the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Emily & David Sobie T'04s
September 13, 2010
Dear O'Connor Family,
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. We shared time at Tuck with Jerry and remember his smile, his laugh and his kind heart. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
September 12, 2010
Larry and I send our love and deepest sympathy to the whole O'Connor family. You are in our hearts and our prayers.
Sharon Boles, Newport Beach, California
Patty Murray
September 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire O'Connor family.
Fred and Joan DiSciullo
September 12, 2010
Jerry, Joan and the entire O'Connor family, we are so sad to have learned of your loss. You are all in our prayers and thoughts.
Sara Anton
September 12, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Juan Dominguez
September 12, 2010
To the entire O'Connor family, may your faith and the love of your friends guide you through these hard times. We are terribly sorry for your loss and our prayers will be with you. Love, Juan and Laura.
Dana Smith
September 12, 2010
I am shocked and heartsick to hear of Jerry's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire O'Connor family. Jerry's memory will live on in the hearts he leaves behind. Peace, prayers, and blessings.
Kate keizler
September 11, 2010
We adored watching Karina, Emilianio and Jerry await the birth of Sophia Marie last year in Providence. We remember how Jerry loved being a father and husband. This is very very sad and Karina please know that your friends in providence love you. Call any of us for any reason.
The Keizler's
Ginny Moore
September 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the O'Connor family.We have so many fond memories with your family in Bronxville and the Cape. Our deepest sympathies and our love and prayers for you at this very sad time. Jane,Ginger, Brad and Ginny Moore.
Vincent J. Panettieri, Jr.
September 11, 2010
My wife and I are at a loss for words. Our prayers are with the entire O'Connor family whom I respect with the highest regard through work. Vincent J. and Adrienne Panettieri
September 11, 2010
We were very shocked and saddened to learn of the tragic loss of your son, Jerry. Please know that our prayers are being said for Jerry and entire O'Connor family.
Rick and Lois Wrightson
September 11, 2010
Very sorry to learn of your sad loss.
Jimmy Cohen
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Laura Finnerty Melsheimer
September 11, 2010
To Marjorie, Nat, and the O'Connor Family,
Words can't express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Please know that we are thinking of and praying for all of you and sending you much love. Love, Laura, Doug and Sofia (Finnerty) Melsheimer
Dora Fang
September 10, 2010
i'm so sorry. i'm coming to the sunday wake. jerry and i were housemates 1st year at tuck, and he was a beloved member of our class. our 5th year reunion is less than a month away, and his presence will be especially missed that weekend for us. he was a great, kind, smart, funny, loving man and father. RIP, jerry.
Jere Doyle
September 10, 2010
To the O'Connor Family
I am so deeply sad for the your tragic loss. Knowing what a close and loving family you have, your loss is even harder to imagine. Please know that Melissa and I are praying for Jerry, his wife and children, and all of the O'Connor family.
Gui and Ju Steagall
September 10, 2010
To the O´Connor Family
It is with unspeakable sorrow that we received the news of Jerry´s passing. We knew Jerry at Tuck and he was collectivelly loved and respected. He made a terrific and positive impression on all of us. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. He will be missed, but he lives on in all of our hearts.
With love, Gui and Ju Steagall
Eamon O'Marah
September 10, 2010
Dear all O'Connors, Karina, Emiliano and Sophia such a loss that will be so difficult. I cannot believe this is real. Jerry was one of my favorite people and I loved him very much. He was so bright and with so much love to give. Please accept my strongest sympathy. I will never forget Jerry.
Anna Blangiardo
September 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all this sad day. Joan, Jerry , you and your family are in my heart and mind . My sincerest condolences.
Anna Blangiardo
Rick Peiser
September 10, 2010
Dear Jerry, Joe, and your family - My very deepest condolences on your tragic loss. Jerry had so much to look forward to. It is unimaginable to understand how someone so talented could be taken from his dear family and friends so young. Best wishes,
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan aand Jerry,
We were shocked and saddened to hear the news about your son. Please accept our love and sympathy and know that we will be at Our Lady of the Assumption praying that God will give you and your family the grace to endure this great loss.
Love,
Jack and Ann Casey
Patricio Gutierrez
September 10, 2010
To the O'Connor Family:
We are very sorry to hear the news of Jerry's passing. Our prayers are with you all.
Please accept our condolences.
Sincerely,
Patricio Gutierrez and family.
Tim Perini
September 10, 2010
To the O'Connor Family - My thoughts and prayers go out to you today. I had the pleasure of working with Jerry on a project in Providence, and was so impressed with everything about him. He will be deeply missed.
Lynne Sagalyn
September 10, 2010
To the O'Connoer Family,
I am very saddened to hear of your loss. Having educated two sons in the family, I feel connected and share your pain. My deepest sympathies to you at this time. Professor Lynne Sagalyn (New York, NY)
KIM Barrett
September 10, 2010
DEAR, JOAN AND JERRY. PETER AND I ARE AT A LOSS OF WORDS FOR YOUR INCOMPREHENSIBLE SORROW. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. WHAT A BLESSING THAT ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS KNEW YOUR SON. THERE HAVE BEEN SO MANY TIMES PETER AND I WISHED TO HAVE A BIG FAMILY LIKE YOU. WE WISHED, WE HOPED. BUT YOUR CHILDREN WERE SO BLESSED TO HAVE JOAN AND JERRY AS THEIR MOTHER AND FATHER. WE CANNOT IN ANY WAY EXPRESS OUR SORROW. WE WILL PRAY WITH YOU AND HOPE THAT TIME WILL HEAL YOUR PAIN. AND YOUR KNOWING THAT YOU WERE AND ARE THE BEST PARENTS ANY OF US COULD EVER BE. LOVE, ALWAYS PETER AND KIM BARRETT
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry
Stephen and I would like to extend our deepest condolences on the passing of your much beloved son,Jerry No words can express our feelings.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Warmly
Roberta and Stephen R. Weiner
Boston. Massachusetts
Colleen and Brian Collins
September 10, 2010
To the O'Connor Family~ My deepest regrets to hear the tragic news of Jerry's passing. Anyone who knew your family, knew what a great guy Jerry was - and just how close you all were to each other. We are so very sorry for your loss, and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love, Colleen and Brian Collins
Brian Kickham
September 10, 2010
Sincerest Condolences. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 10, 2010
Dear Karina & the O'Connor Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a jovial, smiling, smart, and all-around great guy. With reunion just around the corner, our memories of him are especially vivid. Jerry's legacy is indelible and far-reaching. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time as we pray for strength and comfort for your family.
Michael Wheeler T'05
Heidi Wheeler (Kim) T'05
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry,
We were deeply saddened to hear of your son's sudden passing. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.
Ellen and Bob Kinlin
Bruce Daniel
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry,
Susan and I are heartbroken for you and your family. Our prayers are with you all. Bruce Daniel
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan, Jerry and O'Connor Family,
I am so very sorry to hear this shocking news. I have such a fond memory of your happy and handsome family at Oyster Harbors celebrating Anne's birthday this summer. My condolences and love to all of you at this very sad time. With much love and sympathy, Lisa Hagerty and family
steven Lubrano
September 10, 2010
Every year there are a few Tuck graduates who make a lasting impact on me: Jerry was one of those guys. He never failed to provide an honest opinion (usually peppered with a touch of great humor and insight) and he just loved to talk real estate. I grieve for his family.
September 10, 2010
Dear Karina & the O'Connor Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a jovial, smiling, smart, and all-around great guy. With reunion just around the corner, our memories of him are especially vivid. Jerry's legacy is indelible and far-reaching. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time as we pray for strength and comfort for your family.
Michael Wheeler T'05
Heidi Wheeler (Kim) T'05
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry, and your family, I am so sorry to hear from my Katie and Bitsy about Jerry's sudden passing. Our children grew up together, your 6 and my 5 at Stonehorse, and I remember Jerry very well, though so many years have passed. My heart and prayers go out to you all in this tragic time. Fondly, Maura Griffin and family.
Francis Barel
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan, Jerry, Karina,
There are no words to describe what you must feel and go through right now. I will therefore just say this: Jerry touched our lives and our soul through his incredible personnality, his always-on smile, and most of all his devotion to Tuck.
While Jerry and I were not close friends, I will always remember Jerry as an incredibly sweet classmate, a great fellow Tuckie, and most of all an outstanding person.
All my prayers are with you.
September 10, 2010
I love you, Jerry. You were a wonderful human being and I feel lucky that our paths crossed. You will be missed. RIP.
September 10, 2010
Dear Joan and Jerry,
I am so grieved at the notice I just read in my Mexican newspaper, Reforma, of young Jerry´s death.
When my family lived in Bronxville from 1985 to 1990, I remember Jerry and Catherine walking Cody in front of my house on Elm Rock.
He was a wonderful boy then and I am sure you were proud of him as a man, father and loving son.
Our prayers go to you both. May the Holy Spirit guide you and give you strength in this difficult moment.
Madeleine and Emilio Sánchez-Santiago
Cristina Sanchez-Amyot (Dudnik)
Gabriela Sánchez-Amyot
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