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for Alonzo Conner
Gwendolyn Weatherspoon
August 25, 2020
Alonzo, I can not believe that it has been fifteen years since you left us to be with Our Lord. It seems like only yesterday that we were partying at UIUC in the IRS multi purpose room! I will always love and miss you my brother, my dearest of friend. ❤
Gwendolyn C. Weatherspoon
Tanya Smith
September 26, 2005
Dear Family & Friends,
I, like so many others, share in mourning your lost. It speaks well of a person when your only memories of him are happy ones, and that is certainly the case with Nicky. I can only remember his fun-loving spirit and how much life he brought to our high school years. With memories like these he will always be honored. God Bless You.
Vincent Wilkes
September 14, 2005
Dear MS. Bea, Dorinda, & Johnathon,
My heartfelt symphathy to the family for the loss of a great son, a loving husband & a caring dad.
Nick was a loyal friend & we shared plenty in our days at the U OF I., up to this time. While Nick's journey has ended, take comfort in the fact that he meant so much to so many people. A testament to the love he gave.
Quietly, he would encourage each of us to move forward.
Love Always,
Vince Wilkes (Meechy Ratt)
STEPHANIE STITH
September 12, 2005
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO NICK's FAMILY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIS JOVIAL PERSONALITY, AND LAUGHTER THAT MADE HIS EYES DISAPPEAR. HIS SPIRIT WAS AND IS SO PENETRATING. WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW MUCH I WILL MISS HIM. BLESSINGS TO ALL!
RONNIE PHILLIPS
September 10, 2005
TO THE FAMILY OF ALONZO CONNER:
NICK WAS ALWAYS THE GENTLE GIANT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS. THE MANY HAPPY TIMES WE ALL SHARED WITH NICK WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY.
Toski Bolte Brundage
September 6, 2005
Dorinda,
My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. May God comfort you and keep you in His care as only He can. I pray His peace upon your heart in the days ahead.
Toski
Peter Nicholson
September 6, 2005
Dear Conner Family:
My prayers are with you in the transition of Nick from this life to the next life. I met him at U. of I. when I was a freshman and he was a senoir, showing me the ropes. He was a good man. Hopefully, I'll make it to heavan and Nick again can show me the ropes. May God continue to bless you.
Dick Campbell
September 6, 2005
Dear Conner Family :
As one of his basketball coaches at the University of Illinois I remember Nick fondly for his outstanding play as well as his warm personality and great sense of humor. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing.
Sincerely,
mike whittaker
September 6, 2005
to the conners family -the tnba bowling assy morns the lost of you love one we will keep your family in pray may god bless you all
tony black pres- mike whittaker vice pres
Leroy McCray
September 6, 2005
In this time of need, God bless you and give you strength.I will remember Nick for the joy he brought into my life.
Claudia Cook Ellington
September 5, 2005
To the Family,the greatest comfort we have in the time of a loss is in knowing death does not have the last word. Our hearts to out to you,and our prayers include you.
Keith & Katheryne (Jones) Mosley
September 5, 2005
Dear Connor Family:
We are sadden by your loss. We have wonderful memories of the time we spent at the Univ. of Illinois with Nick. Please know that you're being thought of with sympathy and sincere hope that time will bring comfort to your hearts.
Edmund Effort
September 5, 2005
To the Family and Friends of Bro Nick Conner: My deepest sympathies for the loss of a good Brother,Father,Family Man.
Bro Ed Effort
Tau Chapter
U of Illinois 1969
George Andrews
September 4, 2005
Dear Conner Family :
My deepest sympathy in your loss of "Nick". As a fellow Illini and basketball student manager during Nick's career, I have many wonderful memories of Nick. He will be missed. My prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Denise Ransom
September 3, 2005
Dear Conner Family:
I remember Nicky playing basketball in our backyard in the mid-60's, before he was the legecy at East High. He was always so nice to the little kids in the neighborhood. My thoughts are with you.
Cyndi Savage
September 2, 2005
Dear Connor Family: I didn't know Nick very well but I do know many of his U of I friends.. He was loved very much. Although he rests with God, his spirit will alway be in your heart.
ROGINA BOWIE
September 2, 2005
TO DORINDA AND THE CONNER FAMILY,
MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. NICK WAS A GREAT PERSON AND I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED. BE STRONG AND KNOW THAT HE IS WITH GOD.
ROGINA( A FRIEND FROM ILLINOIS)
Dorothy (Dot) Randall Taylor
September 2, 2005
I have not seen Nick since 1978 and the last time we spoke by phone was three years ago. I know that Nick touched the hearts and lives of many people who admired, respected, and loved him. He loved to entertain and make people laugh; he was competitive in sports and games, and he enjoyed good music and good times. Anyone who knew Nick well, also knew that he loved his Mom, Ms. Bea, dearly and that they had an undeniably close mother-son relationship. Though I have never met Nick’s wife, it is apparent that he loved you, Dorinda, and that you took good care of him. Of course, the love that Nick had for both of his sons was unconditional.
Nick also had strong and lasting friendships and I would describe him as a “man’s man” considering his popularity with his childhood friends from Columbus, his basketball teammates, his high school and college classmates, his fraternity brothers, and many others. His charismatic personality attracted many friends: male and female, old and young.
It pains and saddens me deeply to know that I will never see or speak to Nick again, but I take comfort in many positive and loving memories of him.
Harry Mays
September 2, 2005
To the Connor Family
I join you in the celebration of the life of Nick, knowing Nick the way I did, I know the Connor house is filled with laughter, as everyone tells there favorite Nick story. Nick And I were roommates at Illinois and he was a great guy to hang with back in the day.
Patrick Beasley
September 2, 2005
To the Conner Family,
So saddened at the passing of Nick. Although I haven't seen him in over 20 years, I still cherish memories of competitive battles on the basketball court. First as grade schoolers at Livingston Park, then Mohawk vs. Roosevelt and finally East High vs South High as well as fun loving times off the court. It's very apparent that Nick matched his athletic prowness with a very rewarding life of family, friends, co-workers and even strangers who came to know such a kind and loving man. Ecclesiastes 3:3 says "There's a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted". Please take comfort in knowing that although Nick is absent from his body, he's present with the Lord.
Sister Consuelo Smith
September 2, 2005
Mrs.Bea Conner, Look to the heavens which cometh your help. Know that God has you and the Family in his hands of Protection.
International F. & A.M.M. & O.E.S.
Consuelo Smith
September 2, 2005
Mrs. Dorinda Conners & Family
While we measure time in days and years God our Father does it in the Blink of a Eye. I was truly bless to have known Nick for for the "blink" of his Eye that was sharred by all that knew him.
East High Class of 68
Frances Wilkins & family
September 2, 2005
To the Connor Family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to
you in the lost of your love one.
District Elder Michael Cooper
September 2, 2005
To the Family of our Friend and Brother, Alonzo D. "Nick" Conner. It was our pleasure to attend and graduate from Columbus East High School with Nick. Though college sent us in different directions, we thank God for our relationship. Nick shall always be a permanent fixture in our hearts and mind. We are praying for you all.
May God bless and comfort you.
Pastor Michael & Lady Tobi Cooper,and Michael Cooper II
Greater Christ Temple Pentecostal Church, Lima, Ohio
Bob Evans Sr
September 2, 2005
Nick Connors was an outstanding athlete and an outstanding individual. I remember him playing with the Columbus East basketball team in he 1960's. He was a role model and inspiration to many people especially to many minority kids living in Newark, Ohio. My prayers are with his family during their period of grief, bereavement and mourning.
ARTHUR BYRD
September 1, 2005
To the Conner family...Nick's Heavenly spirit lives. I pray that his earthly spirit continues to bring joyous memories to you as you think of his pleasant smile and wit.
To Nick...On your journey from Tau to Omega Chapter, I say.. Farewell, dear Brother. Transcendent art thou. Thy Spirit shall dwell with us now. We cherish thy mem'ry. Thy good name, we'll revere. To thy glory, thy honor, Brother, dear.
Warren S. Moore
September 1, 2005
Dear Nick;
Met you once during a high school basketball game in Columbus, having been raised in Springfield, Ohio attending South High School "Class of 72". you were a very nice to me being small and thin. I watch your career grow on the hard wood floor.What, a team you guys from East had..Was sad to see you leave the Buckeye State to become an Illini.I, also left went to Lincoln Jr. College in Illinois and played basketball their..You became an Alpha at Mighty Tau Chapter, I became a Alpha at Eplison Kappa Chapter..ran into some of the same people along the way,who always spoke high of you as a person,man,father,husband and Alpha.My prayers are with your family. Take Care Frat. WS Moore.."06" ps..I enjoyed the game between East and Canton it was on TV in Springfield...
ALINE DAVIS
September 1, 2005
This poem has been a favorite of mine and I would like to share it with you and Johnathan.
The Old Clay House
When I am through with this old Clay House of mine
When no more guide lights through the windows shine,
Just box it up and lay it away, with the other clay houses of yesterday.
And, my friends, do try if you can to forgive the wrongs,
Since first I began to live in this house.
Bury deep and forget, I want to be square and out of your debt,
When I meet the Great Architect Supreme,
Face to Face, I want to be clean.
Of course I know it's too late to mend, a bad builded house
When we come to the end, but you who are building just look over mine,
And make your alterations while there is yet time.
Study carefully the plans, no tears should be shed, it's like any
Old house when the tenant has fled.
I've lived in this house many days all alone, just waiting, and
Oh, how I long to go home.
Please don't misunderstand me, This old World's divine,
With its love, birds, flowers and glorious sunshine,
It's a wonderful place and a wonderful plan, and a wonderful, wonderful gift to man,
But somehow I feel, when the Circle's complete,
There are loved ones across we are anxious to meet.
So we open the books, and check up the past, no more forced balance, this is the last.
Each item is checked, each page must be clean, it's our passport, you know, to our Builder Supreme.
So when I am through with this Old House of Clay, just box it up and lay it away,
For the Builder has promised, when this one is spent,
To have one all ready from the timber I have sent, while I lived in this one.
Now if it's built poorly, well then 'tis our loss, 'cause it's made of material we send across.
You ask what material is best to select.
'Twas told you long since by the Great Architect,
"A New Commandment I give unto you, that ye love one another as I have loved you."
So the finest material to send up above
Is, pure straight-grained timber, of brotherly love.
- Author unknown.
"GOD BLESS YOU"
MEDA MASON
September 1, 2005
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WILL PUT YOU AND YOURS ON THE ALTAR OF PRAYER. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR DEEP SORROW. HOLD TO HIS UNCHANGING HAND.
MEDA I. MASON
Deborah & Renell Bell
September 1, 2005
To The Connor Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God bless each and every one of you and may you feel comfort and peace knowing your husband, father, and grandfather are watching over you.
The Bell Family
Janice Norris-Spruiel
September 1, 2005
To Dorinda & Jonathan
We are praying for the both of you and we love you. Nick was a good person and he loved to smile and laugh. He had a kind spirit about him that everyone wanted. If you need anything call me night or day. Jonathan, Timothy said to tell you that you are a True Soldier.
Ted Jackson
September 1, 2005
It has been a pleasure knowing Nick during his life-time and always having the memories of him to look back on, all the fun and laughter he brought into mine and many others lives. Nick, you will be missed but we all have the lasting memories of you forever. God Bless you and your family.
Andrea Crim (Owens)
September 1, 2005
Dorinda and the Conner family,
I am so sorry for your lost of Nick. Remember love lives on forever in each memory and thought, it will never fade away, for in our hearts our loved ones are with us every day.
Our prayers are with you.
Love, Andrea Crim and the Owens family.
DON BELL
September 1, 2005
TO the family of Nick Conner,
My prayer's, go out to you all.
Stay strong, and may God Bless.
Kathy Cook
September 1, 2005
To Dorinda,
On behalf of Columbus Metro Federal
Credit Union (Dfas Branch), I would
Like to express sincere sorrow .even though we did not personally know Alonzo, you have been a member
of our credit union for many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family at this sad time in your life.
Sincerely, Kathy Cook
Rudy Stith
September 1, 2005
To the Conner Family:
Nick was a great person with love in his heart for his fellow friends. Nick's great personality and friendship will always be a part of me. He is truly missed! May you have comfort in knowing that the Lord is welcoming Nick with open arms. God bless and help you through this difficult time.
Thomas C. Hughes, Jr.,
September 1, 2005
Nick, you will be greatly missed. You've touched the hearts and minds of many people that met you at the U of I. I hope that your legacy of happiness and friendship live on in the hearts of all those that you came in contact with during your prosperous and enriching life. May God bless your family and look after you in the after life as a true Alpha man in the final chapter. Sincerely, T. Wang aka Thomas C. Hughes, Jr.,
Halimah Duncan (Ruthanne Armstrong)
September 1, 2005
You were a legacy for our school and our Class of 1969 and you will be forever in our memories.
Marlon Daniels
September 1, 2005
I have known Nick since our days at the University of Illinois. News of his death reached me in Iraq. While I'm unable to be there to pay my respects to my Brother and friend, my prayers go out to his family. Nick was always a fighter and a real friend. I know that he's in a better place. God Bless you Nick. To his family know that the same GOD who raised Jesus will also raise us with Jesus. May God bless you and keep you.
SFC Marlon "Bobby" Daniels
Kirkush, Iraq
Darnell (Dee) Randle
September 1, 2005
Nick was always a pleasant spirit with a beautiful smile. I always enjoyed as many did being around in his presence. He really did touch my life and many more. May God comfort Nick's family and friends and give them all peace.
John W. Sandifer
September 1, 2005
Nick was a good friend and one of the funniest and friendly people I ever knew. He will be truely missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Lena Carter
September 1, 2005
To Conner Family:
It's hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life. Nick will be sadly missed by many. My prayers are with you and yours always.
Chris Dawkins
September 1, 2005
Dorinda & Family:
Nick was special to me because as a little boy I looked up to him as he developed a strong legacy at Columbus East High School like no other. I never imagined that I would ever have the opportunity to meet the man. But when he married Dorinda, I was able to meet and become friends with the kindest man you'd ever want to meet.
Nick has always been someone who had integrity and this stood out.
Dorinda, I too would like to be there to pay my respects and support you.
My prayers are with you and the family.
GOD Bless
Susan Brown/Banks
September 1, 2005
To Dorinda & Family Wishing you comfort in the time of your loss. The Lord will give you the strength Psalm 121.
Our prayers will be with you and your family.
Susan Brown & Family
Grady T. Smith, Jr.
August 31, 2005
Always a winner and there is no end. You'll be missed Nick again and again. May God Bless and keep your family.
Prayerfully Yours,
Mel Blair
August 31, 2005
Nick was a special Man in that he was able to bring joy into the lives of many people in his short time with us. I have not seen him in over thirty years, yet I will never forget his beautiful smile and kind sprit! God bless You Nick!
Joyce Mitchell
August 31, 2005
Dorinda, my friend, my prayers are with you and Jonathan. I know this is a difficult time but Look to the
Lord for your help. In his word he said that his grace is sufficient for his strength is made perfect in our weakness. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. I love you. Respectfully, Joyce R. Mitchell
Nicole Weatherspoon
August 31, 2005
The Conner Family,
My God bless you and continue to bless you in this time of sorrow. Words cannot express the emotions that you all are probably feeling, but you can rest assured that "Uncle Nick" has gone on to a better place.
Rick Singletary
August 31, 2005
Dear Connor Family,
There are no words, however heartfelt, that can ease your sorrow...but may it strengthen you to realize that those who care for your are near in heart. Nick touched our lives and provided wonderful memories we shall cherish until we join him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anita Marshall-Jefferson
August 31, 2005
Dear Dorinda and Jonathan, I was so very sorry to hear the news about Nick. When we last talk, we were very hopeful about his recovery. But, God knows best. I will keep you and the rest of the family in my prayers. I truly wish that I could be there with you, but as you know, the devastation in New Orleans will not allow me to be with you. But, please know that I am with you in spirit and love. Please take care and during this time, trust and depend on God for he is a great comforter in the time of storm.
Chris Tuttle
August 31, 2005
On behalf of the Varsity "I" Association at the University of Illinois, I wish to extend our sincere apologies to Dorinda and family for your loss. Nick was a great Illini and will be dearly missed.
Joe Lewis
August 31, 2005
Nick was a Brother Ohioan, a Brother Fighting Illini, and a true friend. Will miss you until we meet again. Rest-N-Peace
Joe Lewis
William Campbell III
August 31, 2005
I met Nick when we were freshmen in 1969. We had many laughs together. Nick invited me and a couple of other brothers to his home where we met his mom and we had a great time. I also found out where he got his great wit from by seeing her.
Good Bye Good Brother
W.C.III
Jennifer Gibbs
August 31, 2005
Dear Dorina, Johnathon & Mrs. Conner
With love, all things endure. Though Nick may have passed from this earth, I know he will live on in your hearts the hearts of the many others who loved him.
Wishing you comfort and peace through God's grace in this time of sorrow.
Gwendolyn C. Weatherspoon
August 31, 2005
I shall miss Alonzo Nick Conner tremendously. He was my brother and my dearest of friend. I love you Dorinda and Jonathan and I am sharing your pain. May God comfort you both as well as Ms. Bea.
LUROYALE LITTLE
August 31, 2005
To the Conner Family,
I send you love and Gods continuous blessings as you focus on releasing Nick back to God. Remember the good times and that he is always with you in spirit.
In Light & Love,
LuRoyale Little
Barbara Crittenden-Baber
August 31, 2005
To: Dorinda, Ms. Bea, Sons, and other Family Members
I will always remember Nick as a fun-loving man who was one of the best basketball players ever at the University of Illinois. May the love of God give you some peace at this time.
GARY PRENTISS
August 31, 2005
This man I only knew to be a good man. I will miss him because, he was always a straight shooter to me when ever I saw him. I will miss him dearly.
Carmelita (Carmen) Thomas (Clark)
August 31, 2005
Nick and I became friends while attending the University of Illinois. He and Nick Weatherspoon had the pleasure of giving me what they determined to be the perfect nickname... "Casper". Fortunately for me the name didn't stick. Nick was truly a special person and will be missed. My prayers and thoughts go out to Nick's wife and sons.
Brenda Swan
August 31, 2005
Nick was a college friend I have known for more than 30 years. His passing truly saddens me, and I extend my sincere condolences to his wife and sons for their loss. May God grant them peace.
JERRY WIGGINS
August 31, 2005
TO THE CONNER FAMILY:
I ALONG WITH THE REST OF MY FAMILY OFFER OUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT.I WILL ALWAYS CHERRISH THOSE YRS. NICK AND I SPENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER
THE WIGGINS FAMILY: JERRY, DOROTHY, MACEO, GRIER
Harold Anderson
August 31, 2005
The Illini lost a true comrade. I went to college with Nick and called him friend. Spoke last in April and he epitomized courage under fire.
Rest in Peace.
HDA
TONI PETTY
August 31, 2005
MS BEA AND FAMILY, SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS. MAY GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.
Clara Jones
August 31, 2005
My sincere condolences to the family. May the memories help to mend your broken heart.
I attended East High School with Nick.
Kathye Blue-Hawks
August 31, 2005
Dorinda, Johnathon and Family,
We extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husbaand and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Kathye and Steven Hawks and family.
Paulette Barton
August 31, 2005
Mrs. Dorina Conner, Johnathon & Mrs. Conner,
You & your family are in our prayers & if you need anything at all we are here for you.
Be Blessed, Love, Paulette, Spencer, Nina & Paul
JOE & HELEN DULANEY
August 31, 2005
MS. BEA AND FAMILY:
WE SEND OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR SON.
THINKING OF YOU ALWAYS.
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