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Kevin Francis O'Connor

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Benjamin J. Callahan Funeral Home

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East Hartford, Connecticut

Kevin O'Connor Obituary

Kevin Francis O'Connor, 39, of East Hartford loving father of Andrew and Taylor Mae died suddenly Thursday, (February 27, 2003) at his home. Born March 6, 1963, Kevin was a lifelong resident of East Hartford and a graduate of Penney High School. On a beautiful summer afternoon, September 1, 1984, he married Jennifer Taylor O'Connor, mother of Andrew and Taylor Mae. Kevin was employed at Webster Bank and was an avid sports fan and a devoted life long Yankee fan. He loved the outdoors and was a gifted gardener who enjoyed both his and his mother's gardens. He enjoyed many summer afternoons basking in the sun on his beloved Suiseville Beach in Moultonboro, N.H. He is the beloved son of Doris (Dagon) and Leo O'Connor. Kevin also leaves his sisters and brothers, nieces and nephews, Donald and Sharon O'Connor and family, Brian and Tammy O'Connor and family, Kathleen and Bruce Garry and family, James O'Connor, Timothy and Carolyn O'Connor and family, and Doreen and Tom Watson and family. Kevin loved and was loved by his numerous nieces and nephews and will be missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 11 a.m. at the Callahan Funeral Home, 1602 Main Street, East Hartford. Calling hours will be Monday, March 3, 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. After funeral services in Connecticut, Kevin will return to Moultonboro, N.H. the home of his parents and the land he loved the best to take his eternal rest. Memorial contributions can be made to Timothy O'Connor Trustee for the Andrew and Taylor O'Connor Scholarship Fund, 21 Louise Lane, Manchester, CT 06040.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Mar. 2, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Kevin O'Connor

24 Entries

Alina Grabala

March 10, 2003

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kevin will be missed by many.

Brianne Cianci

March 9, 2003

Kevin was like a father to me! Taylor you know that I will always be there for you because you are my best always and forever. I remember when I was in first grade and we went on a hunted hay ride and he gave one of his light sticks. I will miss him as much as all of the family will because he lives down the street. My love goes out to all of the family !!! Taylor when you gte the chance call me I will be there for you always and forever!!

With love always Brianne

Brianne Cianci

March 9, 2003

Kevin was like a father to me! I will miss him so and all the laughs he gave me! My best wishes go out to his family and daughter!!!!

Linda Molnar

March 7, 2003

To the O'Connor Family:

It was very upsetting to hear of Kevin's passing.

While we were with Webster Bank, he and I worked very closely on many projects. I think we must've talked to each other more during any day than we did with our own families.

Kevin and I loved to spar with each other. I greatly respected his knowledge and he kept me on my toes.

He also helped me to expand my knowledge and think about a bigger picture.

Most of all, I respected him for being a devoted father for you, Drew and Taylor. Also for being a devoted son to his Mom and Dad.

May he rest in peace in his beloved New Hampshire.

Linda L. Molnar

John LeBlanc

March 7, 2003

Dear O'Connor family,

Please accept my condolences on your loss. My prayers are with you at this tragic time. I'm sorry I was unable to attend the services, please excuse my absence.

John LeBlanc

Michael & Sandra Mooney & family

March 7, 2003

To the O´Conner family,

I´m sorry to hear of such a great loss, you have our deepest sympathy. Kevin will be in our prayers and hearts.

Sue and John Aucoin

March 6, 2003

Drew and Taylor--we will forever be grateful for the help and friendship Kevin gave us over the years as we moved from state to sate. He was my buddy at Fleet and his laugh and friendship will remain forever in our hearts and minds. How he loved you two! Keep that in your minds forever and he will be with you wherever you go.

He So sorry we were unable to be there during this time. He is in his beloved New Hampshire now and he is looking down at you with a smile. We will miss him dearly.

Janice Bonaiuto Lehmann

March 4, 2003

To the O'Connor Family,

My sincere sympathy to the entire family on Kevin's passing. It's with such fond memories that I remember Kevin and the whole Barbara Drive gang growing up. There were so many kids in the neighborhood and something always happening. Great memories! It's unbelievable how precious life is and reaffirms that we must all live each day to the fullest. Our prayers and thoughts are with Kevin's wife, children, and entire family on such an unexpected loss. Peace be with you all.

Janice Wood

March 4, 2003

With deepest sympathy on the loss of a loved one so suddenly. Kevin will be missed by all. He had a great gift of life. He loved going to New Hamphire whenever he could.

To Taylor - you are your father's shining star. Hold onto your father's love close to your heart. He loved you so much.

Martha Jacques

March 4, 2003

Although I did not personally know Kevin, I do know Doreen and her husband Tom. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. My mother Alice, who passed away in November 2000 and was affectionately known as "Kissing Alice" by those who loved her and those she loved, was also born on March 6 and I'm sure her spirit was there with a kiss to welcome Kevin. She may even have had a Tom Collins for her and a Bud for Kevin. Please know he will always be with you in spirit (and may even play tricks on you). May you find peace to help you through this time.

Joyce & Vincent Bonaiuto

March 3, 2003

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all the O"Connor Families & Extended Families. Kevin was such a nice guy, just one of the Barbara Dr.neighborhood boys that always had a good word for you & a big smile - just like one of our own. It is so sad to hear of Kevin's passing. God Bless Taylor & Andrew as they go through this loss. Also all the other family members. God may Kevin rest in Peace. Your former Barbara Drive, E. Hartford, CT. neighbors. Joyce & Vinnie Bonaiuto

Marie Carilli

March 3, 2003

To the O'Connor Family,

I had the pleasure of working with Kevin at Fleet Bank. He was a wonderful, sweet, kind and thoughtful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marie Carilli

Fleet Bank

Adele L. Greene

March 3, 2003

The O'Connor Family,

I am greatly saddened to here of your loss.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Adele (Lombardo)Greene

Jacky Hilliard

March 3, 2003

Dear Drew and Taylor,

Your dad was my buddy here at work. We had many conversations about you, New Hampshire, and Tigger. He loved you very much and was very proud of you. He will be sorely missed here at Webster Bank.

Jacky

Michael Bonaiuto

March 3, 2003

To All of the O'connor Family, and Extended Families,

I am so very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. He was always a great neighbor, and a wonderful friend. I shall always cherish our many childhood memories growing up and going to school together from kindergarten all the way through high school. Many years and miles seperate us, but I can still remember this as if it were just yesterday. My prayers go out to Andrew and Taylor. May they take comfort knowing what a wonderful person he truly was. I'll always remember his smile. I wish I could be there to pay my respects to Kevin and the whole family. My sincere condolences go out to all.

He now rests with the angels.

Kenna Fowler

March 3, 2003

Please except my condolences for your loss. I had the privilege to work with Kevin for a short time and enjoyed his cheerful demeanor and helpful advice. My thoughts and prayer are with you and your’s.

LAURIE KUEHN

March 3, 2003

WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

HE WILL BE MISSED GREATLY.

WITH SYMPATHY

THE ACH DEPARTMENT

Heidi Jeffries

March 3, 2003

Kevin will be greatly missed. I am glad I had the pleasure of working with him as long as I had.

Rest in peace Kevin. You are now in a better place

EPD

March 2, 2003

Kevin will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure to work with him.

Tony Boccaccio

March 2, 2003

To the whole O'Conner family.

So sorry to hear of your loss Son,Brother,Father,we all feel your hurt Kevin will always be with each and every one of you you must have faith in god to carry you through the pain it hurts so much to lose a loved one but we all must remember that god takes the best for his garden may Kevin rest in peace with all the Angles

Tony Boccaccio and Family

Clare & Diane Roohr Scanlon

March 2, 2003

To Taylor and Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. I'm always there for you if you need me. Hold your head up high and know that your father is always with you.

Your friend,

Clare Scanlon

All of us at Botticello Farms

March 2, 2003

We feel so sad when those we love

Are touched by deaths dark hand,

But it would ease our sorrow

If we could but understand

That death is just a gateway

That all men must pass through

And on the other side of death,

In a world that's bright and new,

Our loved ones wait to welcome us

To that land free from tears

Where joy becomes eternal

And time is not counted by years.

Mere words cannot convey the depth of our sorrow for your loss. We will cherish our memories of Kevin at the farm. He remained a family man devoted to his mom,dad, sisters and brothers. Kevin was tremendously proud of Andrew and Taylor, whom he deeply loved. Know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, at this time.

May God truly bless you and walk with you as you travel this journey through your grief.

Love from

Butch, Millie, Alfie, Tony, Teri, Shelly &

Steve & Donna Taylor

March 2, 2003

Our hearts hurt so much. kevin was more a wonderful person who always smiled, he was our family. We will miss him more than words can ever say. He was a loving father and a good person. There will never be a time when we dont think of Kevin , he is our family. We extend our heartfelt sypmathy and prayers to the family and all his many many friends who will miss him. Especally to Jennifer, Andrew, and Taylor Mae. (you had a great dad who loved you all so much)

I hope these words bring some comfort in knowing how much kevin is loved and will be missed.Steve will especially miss Kevin, they had a lifelong bond with so many memories growing up together, as young kids, then turning into family. I hope this poem brings some small comfort at this very sad time for everyone. We love you Kevin...rest in peace, untill we meet again.

Everything You See

Beside my grave, don't stand and cry

Because I am not there.

Look around, you're sure to find

You see me everywhere.

I awaken as the sunrise

with a thousand points of light.

I dance among the brilliant stars

that sparkle every night.

I mingle with the roses

as they grow upon the vine;

and in every springtime rainbow

you can see a smile of mine.

I am the beauty of the sky,

On eagle's wings I soar;

I ride upon the ocean waves

as they tumble toward the shore.

Although we meet no more on earth

I wanted you to know;

I am walking right beside you

Wherever you may go.

So at my grave, don't stand and cry

For there I will not be;

I am a living, loving part

Of everything you see.