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JOHN DARCEY Obituary

DARCEY, John Connor 21, of Wellesley, MA, passed away June 12 as a passenger in a tragic car accident. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Penny Darcey, his brothers Will and Teddy, and grandparents Bill and Joan Darcey of Cumberland, RI, Nancy Spence of Birmingham, MI, and John and Mary Rosebrough of Pentwater, Michigan. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins as well as an extended family of friends in the summer community of Epworth Heights, in Ludington, Michigan, where he spent every summer of his life. A 2012 graduate of Wellesley High School, Connor was a four year starter in goal, a two year league MVP and a two-time All-American lacrosse standout. An accomplished 3-sport varsity athlete, Connor also earned Bay State League All Star honors in hockey and was the 2012 recipient of the Susan M. Sullivan Academic Scholarship Award. Connor just completed his sophomore year at Penn State University, where he was a Communications major. He was the starting goalie for the Nittany Lions lacrosse team where he was recently named the first "Defensive Player of the Week" in BIG 10 history, and earned a place on the All Big-10 Tournament Team. He started all fourteen games of the 2015 season and received the Commissioner's Academic Award. His love of family and friends, boundless energy and broadest of smiles are his legacy. Connor was a force of nature with a contagious zest for life; a young man of great humility, a quiet leader respected by his peers and a great friend to all who knew him. The entire Town of Wellesley, together with the broader lacrosse community, mourn the loss of this wonderful young man. Visitation will be held in the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home, 477 Washington St. (Rt.16) WELLESLEY, Sunday June 14 from 4-8 p.m. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Funeral Service will be held St. Andrew's Church, 79 Denton Rd. Wellesley on Monday June 15 at 11 a.m. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers expressions of sympathy may be made to the Wellesley Field Fund, PO Box 812839, Wellesley, MA 02482 or Penn State Lacrosse Stadium Fund, 137 East Area Locker Building, University Park PA 16802. For directions and guestbook, gfdoherty.com.

George F Doherty & Sons

Wellesley 781-235-4100

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 13 to Jun. 15, 2015.

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seana gaherin

June 7, 2021

Still so incredibly hard to believe that that sweet adorable boy is gone.

My thoughts are with you all I still can’t imagine the pain you must feel.

However his short life he gave so much and was such an incredible contribution to all of our worlds.

Debbie Osborn

December 16, 2015

As our families go through the holidays-
Connor is never far from my thoughts, my prayers go out to Penny, Bill, Teddy and Will I cannot imagine a life without Nick so I can't even begin to imagine a life without your warm, loving vibrant son....Connor

Sandra Stone

July 9, 2015

Darcey Family,
My heart aches for you all. I can't imagine the pain of your loss. Please know though I've never met you or your beautiful angel I am praying God will comfort you.

Ayesha Rehman

July 6, 2015

Dearest Penny,
I am heartbroken over your tragic loss. Please extend my deepest condolences to your family. With all my love.

June 24, 2015

To the Darcey family:

Our deepest condolences for your loss. Connor lit up many rooms with his enthusiasm and bottomless sense of humor.

Garrett Lam & Family

Diane & Tony Zack

June 21, 2015

Bill, Penny, Will & Teddy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

jackie, chip, casey and rylee norton

June 19, 2015

We can't even imagine how tough this is. our hearts are so heavy for your family. We would love seeing him cut through the yards to come and play with our girls or so we thought, he was actually trying to get away from Will so we would tell Will he wasn't there. We will so miss him, but we know he will always be here

Andy Meegan

June 18, 2015

Bill, Penny and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kat and Bill Bliss

June 18, 2015

To Penny, Bill, Will, and Teddy,
We are heartbroken over the loss of your beautiful boy. We will never forget his sunny disposition, his constant smile, and his love of family, friends and life. He was truly one of a kind and we will always remember him for the amazing human being that he was. He made all of our lives better by being in it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. We will never forget the incredible Connor.
With love from the Bliss family, Kat, Bill, Willy and Jack

Ann Beaufort

June 18, 2015

To Bill and Joan and the entire Darcey family, my heartfelt sorrow for your terrible loss. I am so, so, sorry for you all. Connor sounded like a wonderful, beautiful young man.

June 17, 2015

I never met you but am a neighbor and my heart goes out to you and your family that you gain strength somehow. God Bless you and my deepest condolences.

vita m

June 16, 2015

To Bill, Joan and all the Darcy's: May loving. Memories bring comfort and healing to your hearts. I wish you strength and courage. love, Dodie O'Neill

June 16, 2015

A beautiful new angel....

June 16, 2015

To the entire Darcey family:
Our deepest condolences to you all during this tragic loss. Our hearts ache for you and what you are going through. No parent should bury their child and we are so sorry for your loss.
Claire McMahon & family

Bella & Edward Cullen

June 15, 2015

Oh , Man Oh , Man !!!! Bella & I Got So Scared 2 See That U Were Gone Forever ... Johnny 2 Tell U The Truth We Are Going 2 Miss U Especially Our Daughter Renesmee We , Already Told Her That U Arent Coming Home Anymore .... So , On Behalf Of All Of Us Brother Johnny We , Would Love 2 Bid U Farewell My Friend & Safe Travels 2 Stars Above 2 The Moon & Sunshine Forever ...

June 15, 2015

Your sorrow is unfathomable. You do not know me, but my heart still breaks for all of you and this devastating losd.

June 15, 2015

Dear Bill & Penny, I am so sorry to hear about your terrible loss. My heart aches for what you and your family are going through. Please know that there so many people lifting your family up in prayer during this difficult time. I know there isn't anything that anyone can really say to ease the pain. However, we are all here with open arms giving you all big gentle loving hugs of support. My God's grace and love be felt. With sincere sorrow. Jennifer Burns Romeiser (KSC '80).

June 15, 2015

My sincere condolences to your family for your loss

June 15, 2015

On behalf of those who were Connor's peers but did not know him personally - his light and influence has touched so many, even those who did not know him. We all stand together with you, offering support. I never thought I could be so deeply affected by someone I never knew. Endless prayers and thoughts.

June 15, 2015

I was so sorry to hear about Connor. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Christine & Eric Lange

June 15, 2015

Every mother and father grieves with you today. Unimaginable sorrow we experience along with you. Our family will always remember your beloved Connor and keep you all in our prayers.
Christine & Eric Lange (Luisa's parents)

June 15, 2015

To Penny and Bill,
Heartfelt prayers and caring as you live through every parents' nightmare.
Mary Lou Lavallee

Kristin Giardillo-Pierson

June 15, 2015

Bill, Penny, Will, Teddy - There are no words to convey how deeply sorry I am for the loss of Connor. My heartfelt sympathies to your family, Mr. and Mrs. Darcey, Patrick and Kelly. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Kimberly Dove

June 15, 2015

To The Darcey Family,
My sincere condolences for the loss of Connor. Although I never met your son, I have read about his PSU accomplishments in our monthly newsletters, as I am an 85" Alum. My prayers are with your family. Just know his legacy will live on.

Josephine Byrd

June 15, 2015

My heartfelt sympathy to all of you for the lost of your son, brother, and grandson, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Maureen c/o Cumberland Foundry

June 15, 2015

On behalf of Cumberland Foundry I send our condolences. We are so sorry for your loss and pray you all find strength during this difficult time.
A donation will be made in Connors memory - may he rest in peace.

M

June 15, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

June 15, 2015

Truly sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with your family during these distressing times.

Linda OBrien

June 15, 2015

Very sorry for your loss

Jeanne DeAmicis

June 15, 2015

Dear Darcey Family, my heart is broken by this tragedy as is that of my daughter, Frankie. I hope you find solace someday in the spectacular young man you brought into the world. He and Will were frequent guests at my home (because of their close friendship with Frankie) and their company was always delightful and most welcome. I will hold you all in my thoughts and in my heart.

Ed Jette

June 15, 2015

Bill, its has been a while since we have spoken, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. When I saw you on the news tonight I started to cry. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family. Ed Jette

June 14, 2015

Prayers to the Family of this young man...Heaven needed another Angel...so very tragic . May your faith bring you peace and understanding...With sympathy and respect. I will pray for strength. God Bless all of you.

June 14, 2015

To the Darcey family,
I worked at Hunnewell School when Connor was a student there. I remember him fondly. It is truly amazing to hear about all that he became and has embodied since the time he was a little boy. What a blessing and light to the world. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my hearts and prayers.
Peace be with you,
Kathy Haller-McNeil

Linda Haines

June 14, 2015

Penny, Bill, Will and Teddy, Stan and I want to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear son and brother, Connor. We are so saddened to lose a member of the Epworth family. Our condolences go out to your extended family also. Hugs to you all across the miles!

June 14, 2015

God bless you all

Eric Campbell

June 14, 2015

Connor you will always be remembed for your accomplishments on and off the field. You embodied every quality of a true student athlete. Although we never met in person I take the bond of being members of the Wellesley Lacrosse team as our connection. As a former goalie and captain you made me very proud. I feel for your family but I know that your legacy will carry on forever.

Eric Campbell; Wellesley High School Class of 2005

June 14, 2015

To all members of the Darcey Family.
On behalf of fellow Wellesley families who do not know you personally, we send our deepest condolences to you on the loss of your beloved son Connor. Our community has lost a tremendous young man and we grieve with you. Know that you are in our thoughts and in our prayers.

June 14, 2015

My heart breaks for you all...
Bill & Penny you are wonderful people , parents ,and friends , wish I understood why ! So I could help to heal your pain ..,times like this we realize how small we are in relation to the whole picture., may comfort come your way , and may Connor rest in peace .
My heart and hand is open to you and your family forever .

June 14, 2015

~ "God saw he was getting tired,
And a cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around him,
And whispered "Come with me",
With tearful eyes we watched him suffer,
And saw him fade away,
Although we love him dearly,
We could not make him stay,
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest,
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best." RIP Connor Darcey.

Margarita Duque Escallon

June 14, 2015

Dear Penny and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family

June 14, 2015

Our hearts go out to you. We keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
With deep sympathy, Steve and nancy berlin

Amy Shuler

June 14, 2015

Dear Penny, Bill, Will and Teddy,
We are so saddened over the tragic loss of Connor. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry. Amy & Clark Shuler

Susan Warren

June 14, 2015

We are devastated by your loss of Connor. Our hearts and prayers go out to all the Darcey family! Love, Susan, Rusty and Catherine Warren

June 14, 2015

Connor was an extraordinarily kind and considerate young man to kids, regardless of their talent and status on the team. He would go out of his way to chat with kids who might otherwise be ignored. What a special young man.

The Anthos family

June 14, 2015

The Penn State Parents Lacrosse Association wishes to express our heartfelt sympathies. On behalf of every parent of our PSU Lax Family, we are heartbroken over the tragic loss of Connor. He was a stellar athlete & a wonderful friend & brother to his fellow Nittany Lion teammates. No words can truly express the pain we are feeling for Bill, Penny, Will, Teddy & his entire family. We are... deeply saddened.

b wilson

June 14, 2015

so sorry for your loss

Connor Myers

June 14, 2015

It was an increadible honor to play alongside him in high school, and I wish with every fiber of me that I could be in town to pay my respects. His passion was contagious and his energy effervescent. My heart goes out to the Darcey family in this terrible time, Connor's memories will always live on though the impact that he has left on all of us.

Osborn Family

June 13, 2015

As our son Nick said yesterday - "Connor Darcey loved being Connor Darcey" He loved his life, his family, his team and all his friends....
we all will miss you so much. Love the Osborn Family

June 13, 2015

He always had that amazing contagious smile! his personality really stood out. He was the kind of guy absolutely everyone wanted to be friends with! He will be missed this is such a sad time! my prayers for the family

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