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THOMAS O'CONNOR Obituary
Thomas J. "Tommy" O'Connor, Ret. Det. C.P.D., loving father of Colleen (Patrick) Adler and Michael (Colleen) O'Connor; beloved son of the late Lorraine, nee Johnson and the late William O'Connor; cherished grandfather of Benjamin, Charlotte and Grace Adler; dear brother of Mary (Jim) Conley, Kathy (Tom) Jurgens, Margie, Bill (Mary) and Bob (Netti) O'Connor, Lori (Bob) LaCursia and Pat (Karoline) O'Connor; fond uncle of many; dear friend and ex-husband of Cecilia O'Connor, nee Spitzer. Funeral services will begin 9 a.m., Saturday at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL and proceed to St. Monica Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Visitation Friday from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Info 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS O'CONNOR
John Smith
June 15, 2024
Worked with TOC area 5GA and A5PC good person and trusted friend.
Greg & Karen Salvi
June 15, 2024
We worked with Tom. We loved him.
Greg & Karen Salvi
June 16, 2013
Tom~ Happy Fathers Day. We miss you very much and talk of you often. Please continue to watch over Ben, Charlotte, Grace, Colin, Colleen, Pat, Mike, Colleen and Ceal. You are deeply loved and missed.
XXXOOO Mary
Michael and Celeste Burke
July 2, 2012
Good friend of our younger years, best man at our wedding. You are fondly remembered. Thank you for sharing part of your life with us.
ellen curran
June 26, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Mikie Stephens
June 24, 2012
I worked with Tom at A/5. Always had a smile and usually a joke. A good guy who will be missed.
Bobby Hill
June 23, 2012
My condolences to Tommy's family. Through the years golfed with him and had many laughs at Grand Central. Will always miss and think of you often
June 23, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to the entire O'Connor family. Al & Kallie Jurgens
John S. Smith
June 23, 2012
TOC you will be missed by many. Worked with him in A/5GA & A/5/PC. Tommy always had a smile and friendly greeting for everyone. My prayers are with the family.
CPD (retired)
LOG CABIN INN
June 23, 2012
Your infectious laughter and smile brought much happiness to all those around you. May God keep you in His Loving Care. Till we meet again. . . .
All your friends at the "Log Cabin"
June 23, 2012
Tom, May your soul be at rest with our heavenly father. I pray that the O'Connor family finds peace and comfort in this time of grief.
-V.Jones
Dick Zuley
June 23, 2012
I got to the 15th District soon after Tommy. We worked the same watch and occasionally the same car in the “wild west side” with a bunch of other great guys, he was a friend to all who met him. He was also a great policeman who really cared about the people he served. I'll always remember Tommy with his smile and his kind, caring nature. He will be missed by many.
May he rest in Peace,
Respectfully,
Dick Zuley
Dick Zuley
Elio DiStaola
June 22, 2012
You've touched so many, and I will never forget you. Extending the deepest thoughts and prayers to the family - may you find comfort in celebrating his life.
Bill Steele
June 22, 2012
From the day you began working at Devon Bank you made yourself special to so many of us at Devon Bank...you became part of our "Bank Family" and we will miss you very much. Always in our thoughts and prayers - pease be with you - the Devon Bank Family
Debi Collins
June 21, 2012
Tom! I will never, ever forget your kindness, generosity and the careness you offered to everyone, especially me! I was so honored to be your friend & very grateful you accepted me to be yours! A very special thanks for your services at the Chicago Police Dept.! U were always an Officer & a Gentleman! I know your Comrads will never forget u as well! I dont know how I will live with this hole in my in heart since you been gone but there will always be room for the memories! Thank u for being my guardian angel! May u rest in peace & may the good Lord be with you always! Good-bye my dear friend & I will miss you each & every day! My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family forever! My condolences to Mike, Colleen & the rest of the O'Connor family!
Bernie Brennan
June 21, 2012
Worked in Are Five for same years as Tommy and knew him as good guy that was a pleasure to know. He will be missed by many
Lori LaCursia
June 21, 2012
Tommy may you find peace in Mom & Dad's loving arms. We will miss you. Love,
Lori, Bob, Brittany, Danny & Katie
June 21, 2012
Uncle Tommy,
May you rest in peace with Grandma and Grandpa. I love you and will miss you greatly.
Love,
Kody
Patrick O'Connor
June 21, 2012
Tom,
You were my closest link to knowing Dad and were always willing to listen and share your thoughts. Your presence will be missed.
Be at rest,
Patrick
Debi Collins
June 21, 2012
To my soulmate & best friend Tom! I will never, ever forget u! I was so honored to be a part of your life & thank u for accepting me into yours! A very special thank you for your services in the Chicago Police Dept. I know your comrads will never forget you as well! I don't know how I will ever fill this empty hole in my heart without you but there will always be room for memories! May you rest in peace & may the good Lord be with you always! Good-bye my friend & I will miss u dearly! My condolences to Mike, Colleen & the rest of the O'Connor family!
Veronica Beltran
June 21, 2012
My deepest condolences to the O'connor family. Tom, I will always remember you. May you rest in peace.
Barney Flanagan
June 21, 2012
Just before my 21 st. birthday on June 15, 1970
I entered the Chicago Police Acacdemy. One of the first and more memorable people I met was Tommy O'Connor. He was a wonderful gentleman with a quick wit and a zest for life. Each time I saw Tommy he had that great smile of his and his genuine warmth toward everyone.
May he rest in peace,
Respectfully,
Barney Flanagan
Lori LaCursia
June 21, 2012
Tommy, A brother is a friend God gave you; A friend is a brother your heart chose
margie o connor
June 21, 2012
Good bye to awonderful older brother ill miss you love you have fun with all the relatives.margie
June 21, 2012
We will miss you Tom, will always rememeber the good times we shared, and what a good friend you were. Our condolences to your family.
Sincerely,
Wanda & Jeff Reid
Chuck Pusateri - Ret. CPD.
June 21, 2012
I've had the pleasure of working with Tommy both on the wild west-side of Chicago with the CPD, and again after retirement at the Devon Bank. He was truly a good friend and comrade. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched. He will remain in my thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Mary & Dan
June 21, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
June 21, 2012
Tommy~ We cannot express how much we love you and will miss you forever. You were a wonderful brother and uncle. We had so much love and fun together. We hope you are at peace now with Mom & Dad. Their gain is our loss. All Our Love today, tomorrow and always. Bill, Mary, Becky & Kody
Greg Masonick
June 21, 2012
I am a retired from the CPD and have known Tommy since his first years on the job until his retirement from Area 5 Detective division. I will always remember his humor and smiles. He was a good person but his memories will always be in our hearts. My prayers for all those who were dear to him.
Natalie Chmura
June 21, 2012
Mike, Colleen & family - We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers for your Dad, and all of you. Love, Ryan, Natalie & boys
Jack, Barb & Patrick Gallagher
June 21, 2012
Mike and Colleen and the O'Connor Family,
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal."
May you find comfort in all the HAPPY memories of your Dad. Prayers and thoughts during these trying times. God Bless.
Bill Kuelbs
June 21, 2012
Tom. May you be at peace for an eternity. It was good to have worked with you.
~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt
June 21, 2012
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Tommy will be remembered at our next Police Mass (Sunday, 24 JUN, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.chicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]
Judy Nosko
June 21, 2012
To a good friend,may your soul rest in peace Tommy, you will be missed.
The Staff of Cumberland Chapels
June 21, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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