Troy, New York
Apr 10, 1936 – Nov 21, 2013
Connors, Joseph L. MAYFIELD Joseph Leo Connors, 77, of Mayfield passed away on November 21, 2013. Formerly of East Norwich, Albany and Troy, Joe was a self proclaimed "accidental Chime Historian." He rang the bells at St Patrick's in Troy until the last Mass was said there in 2010. Joe was also...
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Joe constructed a belfry under my cousin Gayles house and let me play PUT ANOTHER NICKEL IN with him on the bells 2011.
Larry Van Heusen
November 20, 2024 | Friend
I just "today" received an email from Gayle of Joe's passing. I am so sorry I didn't know then. My best memory of him was when he took me way up into the Bell Tower of St. Patricks to show me all the Bells and let me ring them as I had so many times heard them through North Central. I am sure his Spirit is there to guard them. He will be so missed.
Tina Urzan
April 08, 2014 | Troy, NY
I just learned of Joe's passing and am saddened for his family and friends. Although I have not seen Joe in many years, I will never forget him. He was always very kind to me when I was a child. Whether it was teaching me to ski or shift his old postcard delivery van, Joe was a great instructor. I will never forget him or his generosity.
Russell Davis
November 28, 2013 | Charlotte, NC
Joe brought chimes, all 800 of them, to the forefront as American instruments. His license plate even read CHIMER. We were privileged to know a great person.
George Matthew Jr.
November 26, 2013 | Brandon, VT
Some bells in the tower of St. Anne's Church, Lowell, Mass., where Joe and Gayle took me.
What a devastating loss! Joe and Gayle invited me to accompany them on a "Chime Climb" in Lowell, Mass. a couple of years ago. It was a fascinating experience! Joe made a huge contribution to the knowledge of bells via his website, allchimes.org. He was a member of the American Bell Association.
May wonderful memories of Joe help Gayle and his family at this time. His spirit will always be with you.
Carolyn Whitlock
November 26, 2013 | Merrimack, NH
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. Joe loved Troy and will forever be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carmella Mantello
November 25, 2013 | Troy
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Phil
November 25, 2013
Thinking of you Michael and the extended Connors family, I am so very sorry to learn of Joe's passing. Your father was an absolute delight of a man, always full of life. My deepest condolences to all of you, may happy memories help keep your Dad close in your heart and soul always.
Hugs,
Michele (Rivers) Baynes
November 25, 2013
Older and wiser God Bless you.
McAleer Family
November 24, 2013
