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John A. Connor II, 78, died peacefully Wednesday, December 5, 2018, in the embrace of his two daughters. Third generation attorney; 1966 graduate of The Ohio State University College of Law. In the practice of law for more than 20 years, he represented the Catholic Diocese of Columbus and was special counsel to Ohio Attorneys General William J. Brown, Anthony Celebrezze, and Lee Fisher. Elected in 1992 as Judge of the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, General Division, serving for more than 16 years. Elected to the Tenth District Court of Appeals in 2008, serving until retirement in 2015. President, Shamrock Club, 2013; Chair, Greater Columbus Irish Cultural Foundation; Clann Na nGael honoree 2019; Columbus St. Patrick's Day Parade Grand Marshal 2017; Shamrock Club Irishman of the Year 2006. Active in the Charity Newsies. Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. He chose a life of recovery in December, 2004, and since has helped many others. Preceded in death by his parents John D. and Ellen Connor, son J.D., wife Annie Luken Hall. Survived by daughters, Colleen (John) Williams and Erin (Ed) Winemiller; siblings, Steve, Kathleen Reardon, Jeff, Pete, Leslie Aynes, Mary Hill, Michael, and Suzanne Taggart; grandchildren, Brendan and Paddy Williams, and Eleanor Winemiller; many nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. Friends may call Sunday, Dec. 9, 6-8 p.m. at the Shamrock Club of Columbus, 60 W. Castle Rd., Columbus. Prayers offered at 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, Dec. 10, 10:30 a.m. St. Christopher Church, 1420 Grandview Ave., Columbus, OH 43212. Fr. David Poliafico celebrant. Joining him on the altar will be Msgr. John K. Cody, Shamrock Club chaplain. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 S. High St., Lockbourne, OH. Family and friends will gather at the Shamrock Club once again after burial. The family welcomes contributions in his memory to Charity Newsies, 4300 Indianola Ave., Columbus OH 43214 (charitynewsies.org), or the Greater Columbus Irish Cultural Foundation, P.O. Box 164412, Columbus, OH 43216. Arrangements by O'SHAUGHNESSY CO., please call 614-221-2311 with questions.
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Nathaniel Hawthorne
September 7, 2024
Judge Connor was one the tremendously important people in my life as I started work in the Ohio Attorney Generals Office.
Kathleen
December 4, 2023
Thinking of you big brother I can´t believe you´ve been gone 5 years
Jeffrey C
December 30, 2018
So sorry to learn about the passing of my friend and January golf partner. We shared the spirit of Recovery and our love of The Buckeyes. My condolences to John's family. I will miss him but my fond .memories will live on
Jenny Foster
December 26, 2018
I knew John for a short while but I was inspired by his zeal for life and service to the community. He was a wonderful thoughtful man and generous with his life experiences to help others. I will miss our conversations and doing things with him. He loved his family very much and was grateful for his recent trip to Ireland which he visited with his extended family as well. I will pray for healing for the family and comfort in their months ahead. I will miss my dear friend John and his beautiful smiling face. God bless him in his eternal life of peace.
Julie Klaski
December 14, 2018
So sorry to hear about John. I enjoyed talking with him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Erin, I am thinking of you :) -Julie K.
Richard N
December 14, 2018
and we fly away
Sue COADY
December 12, 2018
REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND.
Anne O'Farrell-DeVoe
December 10, 2018
Dear Erin and the Conner family,
I was unable to extend my sympathy in person d/t recent surgery but want you to know how sorry I mm for this great loss. while I knew him more casually than some thru the Irish community I remember some talks and always his warmth and smile and inclusiveness. .
I remember at the beginnings of his recovery journey he volunteered (as did many politicians, judges etc) to help with the cooking at the Shamrock Club Irish Music Festival- back when we actually cooked the brats and burgers. I watched with some prayers and a little worry for his new recovery but he handled it with grace, his bottled water and never burnt a brat !! and he continued as an example of hope and resilience for us all.
I smile when I remember his motto as Shamrock Club President "' there can never be too much Irishness" and he worked very hard to promote Irish culture and heritage.
May your memories of him and your times together bring you comfort and with time joy . Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of great loss and sadness
Ruth Silverman
December 10, 2018
Our condolences, may his memory be for a blessing.
We knew John at the Attorney General's office, many years ago!
Ruth & Perry Silverman
Denny Connor
December 10, 2018
Deepest Sympathy to the John A Connor Family- he was an icon and will not be forgotten
Jim Oppermann
December 10, 2018
I knew John in the rooms, and he asked me once about learning to fly.
He's already overhead.
Harland Hale
December 9, 2018
Judge Connor was an example for all of us. He was a dear friend & I met with him many times to get his advice & counsel. I will miss his humor & his zeal for life!
Ms. B. J. And Stephen Miller
December 8, 2018
Erin, I Am So Very Sorry For The Loss Of Your Dear Sweet Dad. John Connor Was One Of The Kindest People I Knew In A.A. He Did So Much To Help So Many People, Including My Son And I. I Am Going To Miss Calling John, "Your Honor Connor" I Will Also Miss John's Absolutely Wonderful Sense Of Humor. I Have Always Looked Forward To Seeing Whatever John Would Post To FB...But I Want To Say That Along With John's Great Sense Of Humor, He Was Deeply Devoted To A.A., And All That Sobriety Gave To Him. John Was Very Serious About Sobriety, And Helped So Many People In The Fellowship Of A.A. John Was Also A Man Who Was Deeply Devoted To His Family, His Community And His Faith. He Gave Of His Time To Charity Newsies, And To Many Other Places In The Community As Well. I Will Truly Miss My Friend, "Your Honor Connor"
#GodspeedOnYourHeavenlyJourney
My Deepest Sympathies To The Connor Family.
Nikita Anderson
December 8, 2018
Jackie DeLuca-Harbour
December 8, 2018
Sending LOVELIGHT & PRAYERS At this time for the CONNOR family.....Judge John Connoruntil we meet again...
Julia Lowrey
December 8, 2018
I did not know you but have become friends with your beautiful daughter. I enjoy seeing her posts of her beloved daddy- oh how she loves you. You definitely gave her your gift of spreading joy and love- even if only through yours and her smile with no words at all.
Love to you and your family Erin. Many prayers.
Rozanne Steinhoff
December 7, 2018
For a good man will be watching over us. Til we meet once again for that coffee. Rozanne Steinhoff
Tracy Carmichael Rand
December 7, 2018
December 7, 2018
My sincere condolences to family and friends. May God sustain you at this time of such great loss (Psalms 94:19).
December 7, 2018
Offering sincere condolences to your family. May God's promise comfort and sustain you during this difficult time. John 6:40
December 7, 2018
My deepest condolences go out to all John's family, especially Erin
whom I knew the best. His support & contributions to his family & his community will long be remembered.
Sincerely yours,
Nancy Rieppel ( Mitchell)
December 7, 2018
We send sincere condolences to John's family and appreciate all the help and support John offered with that wonderful smile of his.
Kindly,
Susan Stasiak & Chuck Sherwood
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