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R.I.P. Coach thanks for your help at Wright Tech
Bob. Layman
September 28, 2025 | School
Stamford, Connecticut
Aug 17, 1945 – Sep 17, 2025 (Age 80)
Jeffrey A. O'Connell "Coach" August 17, 1945 - September 17, 2025 Jeffrey A. O'Connell, fondly known to many as "Coach," passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at Bridgeport Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 80 years old. Born on August 17, 1945, in Stamford, Connecticut, to...
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Bob. Layman
September 28, 2025 | School
I remember Jeff as an awesome Basketball player for Rippowam High back in the day!! May he rest in peace
Ken Trout
September 27, 2025
My deepest condolences to the entire O'Connell family as well as Daria. I knew Jeff for over forty years and you couldn't walk away after a conversation without feeling energized by his positive energy, words of wisdom and outlook on life. RIP my old friend.
John Spain
September 27, 2025 | Friend
General Jeff. I remember when he was a camp counselor at the Italian Center the summers of 75 to 77. He was tough lol but beloved for sure but a Stamford treasure. Rest in Peace and my condolences to his family.
Michael Malizia
September 27, 2025 | Other
To the O'Connell family,I am so sorry to read about Coach O'Connell he was a great guy and to talk to about sports at Wright Tech may he rest in peace.
Ralph Portanova
September 26, 2025 | School
My deepest sympathy to the entire O'Connell family on the passing of Jeff....No one put more enthusiasm and passion into any endeavor he took part in....An outstanding teacher, coach and athlete whose competitive spirit carried over to his students and players. May he rest in peace.
Gary Liberatore
September 26, 2025 | Friend
Jeff was a tremendous athlete but an even better person. There was no obstacle he couldn't conquer. Full of energy and wisdom, he was definitely one of the very best personable humans on the face of the earth. You will be sorely be missed old friend. Rest in peace brother!
Dante Fedeli
September 26, 2025 | Friend
Fond memories of Coach Jeff: summer league RHS hoops at Scalzi; working at IC summer camp; and my Drivers Ed teacher . RIP Coach.
Bob Mayerick (former Stamford/Norwalk resident)
September 26, 2025 | Work
Rest in Peace General Jeff. Sympathies to your family.
summer camp mom
September 26, 2025 | Other