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Edward P. O'Connor
1936 - 2010
Edward P. O'Connor
1936 - 2010
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Edward O'Connor Obituary
Born and raised in Collingdale, PA (Delaware Co.), Mr. O'Connor was a resident of Levittown for the past 30 years. He was a retired executive director of the National Association of Social Workers, New Jersey chapter. After that he taught Theology at Villa Joseph Marie High School in Holland until his passing. Mr. O'Connor has 2 Masters Degrees, including Theology and Sociology.
He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Linda (nee Kurko) O'Connor
His two sons, Dean C. O'Connor, of Warminster and Matthew S. O'Connor, of Levittown.
His two brothers James O'Connor, of Poughkeepsie, NY and Martin O'Connor, of Richboro, He was predeceased by two brothers, Rev. John "Jack" O'Connor and Joseph O'Connor.
Mr. O'Connor will be sadly missed by his 2 grandchildren, Evelyn Shea and Dean C. Jr., many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.
Friends and Family are invited to call Wednesday Evening 6-9 P.M. at the James J. Dougherty Funeral Home 2200 Trenton Rd. Levittown, PA. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday 10 A.M. at Immaculate Conception Church 5201 Bristol-Oxford Valley Rd. Levittown, PA 19057.
There are no calling hours Thursday Morning. Interment will be private. Memorial Contributions are appreciated to Villa Joseph Marie High School
Lynn Saltiel
May 16, 2010
I was so sad to recently hear the news of the sudden loss of Ed O'Connor. I had the pleasure of serving as a volunteer board member for the New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers when Ed was the Executive Director. I have fond memories of Ed's grass root support of the Social Work profession, his quiet wit and most of all his musical vocal prowess. His presence will be missed but his spirit continues on.
Mr. Ed O'Connor [and Ann Stabile '09] watching the Mill Street Run 2003
cate murway
May 16, 2010
Diane Falk
May 15, 2010
I had the honor of being President of the New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers when Ed O'Connor was Executive Director. He always did his very best to support me in my presidency and to advance the social work profession. I enjoyed our many phone conversations, which always began, "Madame President." Ed's political acumen carried our association through a very difficult fight to attain licensure for social workers. Through it all, he maintained a sense of humor and a respect for all involved, even those he disagreed with.
It's great to hear that he moved on to play a role in the lives of so many young women at the school where he taught. It's also nice to hear that he kept singing. He really knew how to put his heart into his voice. That heavenly choir has just gained a good Irish tenor!
Mary Jo Alburtus,LCSW
May 15, 2010
I am so very saddened to tears to hear of Ed's death. I knew him well when he was Executive Director at NASW and recall the countless times he was available for advocacy and resources on challenging case and legal matters on behalf of clients.The words fall flat as I write them for they cannot adequately record how dedicated he was.To me, Ed's passing is also the passing of a more vibrant age of grass roots social work when we were all much younger and more hopeful that we could really have an impact. My prayers to the family. he was a wonderful man.
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Krista Connelly
May 11, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
We will all miss you terribly, but I'm sure you're up there singing and joking with the angels. They must have seen how awesome you were to us here and wanted you up there! We love you and miss you!
May 11, 2010
Dear Uncle Ed,
After reading all these entries by the girls you taught, I feel I missed out on getting to know the wonderful man you obviously were to these girls. I'm sorry I didn't get to know you better. I do, however, remember your gift of song which I feel I inherited to some degree. I love you and will miss you.
Anne Dobb
May 10, 2010
It was a joy to work with Ed as a volunteer member of the Board of NASW-NJ during the turbulent times trying to pass licensure in the state. His wit and wisdom will be missed by all.
May 8, 2010
May 8, 2010
Mr. O'Connor embracing Erin Callanan and Melissa Rhoades 2009 Senior Prom
Jacqueline Callanan
May 8, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, you were a wonderful teacher and mentor. You were compassionate toward each and every Villa girl. Your excellent model of Christian values and integrity will be nurtured in the hearts of all of your students, and the future generations of their Villa Joseph Marie families.
Erin Callanan
May 8, 2010
God bless you Mr. O'Connor-I will never forget you......
May 8, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You meant so much to me, and helped me grow in my faith. I know you are with the Lord now, and I know you are happy. Thank you for all you have done.
Enjoy the eternity of restful happiness you now share with the Lord!
Love,
Marie Schoenenberger '09 :) <3
Madeline Mahony
May 7, 2010
Mr O' Connor,
You were such a caring man that every villa girl, even the ones who did not have you , loved. There is not one person who can honestly say they did not love having you as a teacher. I always looked forward to your class and wished I could have had you another year . My Villa experience would not have the same without you! Thanks for everything , you'll be missed<3
Jennifer Finn ('11)
May 7, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I can't really put into words how your sudden death has influenced me, but I can tell you that it has changed me dramatically - making me appreciate my life and everyone in it so much more. I know that'd exactly how you'd want it to be, so I take comfort in that fact. Spending 45 minutes in your class each day this year, I came to know you as a truly caring and wise man. You held such a presence at Villa (and you still do). It is beyond admirable that you didn't wish to "burden" us with the seriousness of your condition - it shows your inner strength and selflessness. Thank you so much for everything. I'll always miss you and I will never forget you. RIP, and enjoy eternity in Heaven. <3
Kaitlin Demchuk '10
May 7, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You always had such a positive energy about you, even when things seemed to have everyone else in the worst moods. You made every single Villa girl feel at home and happy when they walked into room 111. You had the kindest, gentlest heart anyone could ever imagine. Religion became one of my favorite classes thanks to you, and now I read reality Thursday all the time. We love you, and you will never be forgotten.
Megan Patrick
May 7, 2010
Mr. O`Connor,
I cannot put into words how much you meant to every Villa girl and faculty member. You warm smile and huge heart made all of us feel special even on our hardest days. Thank you for impacting my life so positively. We all miss you and love you. Rest In Peace <3
Katie Sigg '07
May 7, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You were definitely one of the best things I remember at Villa. Everyday, going to your class, you had a way of bringing smiles to our faces regardless of what else was going on. You had a true love for teaching and it showed. I know we will all miss you and remember you as a wonderful teacher, mentor, and friend. I'm thinking so fondly of my four years at Villa because of your wonderful spirit. Thank you for blessing Villa with your amazing presence, we will never forget you!
Norma Miller
May 7, 2010
To Ed
Voice of reason
Voice of laughter
Strong voice, clear and true
Sacred voice, blessing and blessed
Now sings with Jesus
With the angels
With the heavenly choir
What a loss
To our Church
To his school
To his family and friends
But free from pain now
Free from cares
Free to lift his lovely voice
To praise God for eternity
May you rest in peace
Always and forever
With love and prayers from
Norma Miller, choir member and friend
Caitlin Ryan '09
May 7, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, you were the best! Ill never forget the Disney Trip and how you ran through sea world with all of us in the pouring rain while wearing ponchos! Villa will never be the same without you and Reality Thursdays! rip <3
Marielle Bietz
May 7, 2010
Ed,
I feel particularly blessed because not only did I get to know you as a student, I was able to get to know you as a colleague and friend. You helped inspire me to follow my life's passion: theology. I can never repay you for the support you have given me or the lessons you have shared. In everything I did, you were behind me 100%. I will always cherish our memories together and count myself as lucky to have known you and been inspired by you. God Bless You!
- Marielle (Bermingham) Bietz, '03
Mike Bolognese
May 7, 2010
The Elder Brother in the Faith (for Ed O’Connor)
You were adoring Him on your knees
before I was born.
Then into the unknown of religious life,
you spread your cherished faith.
Irish and proud in the best way
with a brother priest as an example,
your parent's virtue would ready your heart.
The world would change
and so would your Church
but as Christ's army would shrink
you would stand strong.
Believing in unbelievable times
you would never deny your holy faith.
With steely resolve,
your songs and laughter
would take care of the tough times
with dignified simplicity.
To have a faith as rich as yours
is the goal of my life.
Your love for Jesus
is a beautiful example for my soul.
If we don't always agree it isn't important.
In Paradise our type of differences won't matter,
then only our love for Christ will remain.
As a brother in the Lord I look to you
for wisdom and you never fail me.
If only all friends could be so sincere.
I love you like the older brother
I've never had
because you've shown me
what a man of God
is meant to be.
Megan Verdeur
May 7, 2010
Mr O'Connor,
You've left footprints on all of our hearts. It's truly been an honor..
Always remembered.
Kelly Keenan '10
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Simply said, you've impacted hundreds of people, and we're all greater for having known you. Thank you for everything. We love and miss you so much.
Megan Mann
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you so much for everything you have taught me including how to always stay positive through the tough times. You had the power of always knowing how to put a smile on my face. You will always be remembered. And when Irish eyes are smiling, sure they steal your heart away. I love and miss you greatly.
2008 Halloween Dance
May 6, 2010
Mary Toscano'10
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You have impacted our lives in a way you cannot imagine. You had a gift for making every girl you taught feel like she mattered. Villa will never be the same without your smile and your voice, but know that you will live on in our hearts and minds until we meet again.
Carly Reichelt '09
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Words cannot describe how much of an impact you have had on the Villa community. I feel honored to have had the pleasure of seeing your smiling face everyday for the four years I was at Villa. It meant so much to me that you were always at the choir concerts or drama shows to show your support, and even chaperoning the dances with music that probably wasn't to your liking. Villa will definitely be a different place without you around. Thank you for everything you have done for me, both inside and outside of the classroom. You are a true inspiration to us all and will be missed dearly. It's not goodbye, it's see ya later.....RIP Mr. O'Connor
Jenn Fritschy
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
There is no way to measure the impact you have had on all of the students you have taught. Through your love of teaching, wisdom, and compassion for all us, you managed to change all of our lives single handedly. Your warm smile is already missed and the hallway seems empty without you. You will always be apart of Villa and you will never be forgetten. "The end does not justify the means"
God bless,
Michelle Allen
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Words cannot describe the pit in my stomach I felt after I heard you had passed away. It was all so strange, because at prom when you were trying to have us all quiet down before we started eating and no one listened at first, but how grateful I was for you to meet my boyfriend and see me at prom - you knew why I had missed so much school these past few years and you were the one particular teacher that wrote me encouraging notes with the work you sent so I could keep up in school. As small as something like a note may sound, I reread them and it made my transition back into school feel so much more secure...especially when I was put in your homeroom. Thank you for checking in with me, especially during my first few hectic weeks back at villa. You always managed to pick up on when I felt like I would never get back into the swing of things, but I did, and your support and care helped carry me all the way through. Thank you, I miss you, and I so much wish I had the courage to have told you this in person. I'm not sure if I can bring myself to say goodbye, so for now, please just keep your eye on us from up there.Sending so much love your way - <3
May 6, 2010
you will never ever ever be forgotten and your wisdom was a gift that has touched us all and we are grateful that it has. God bless you and your family, you were a very loved man. rest in peace with god.
Jordan Naylor ('11)
May 6, 2010
Mr O'Connor,
You truly inspired every Villa girl more than we can put into words. What we learned in the classroom 111 will never slip our minds. You taught us religion but also about life and how to be the best girls that we can possibly be. Your humor, dedication to Villa, and your spirit will live on forever. Thank you for everything!
Courtney Domanico
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I cannot express in words how much you truly mean to the Villa community. I will never be able to thank you enough for everything you have done for us. From Prom, to Graduation, to the Disney Trip, as well as being the junior theology teacher, you have had a major impact on the past two years of my life. Your amazing voice brings tears to my eyes. It was such an honor to be in your class last year. I learned so much not only about my faith, but about life in general. I will never forget that the end doesn't justify the means. I will be reminded of you every Thursday, which will always be known as Reality Thursdays. You've touched the hearts of every one of your students. You are truly one of the most amazing people I will ever meet. You are completely irreplaceable and I will miss you more than you'll ever know. We love you forever.
P.S. I know you'll be watching down on us and singing with the angels next month at graduation.
Roslyn Yi ('08)
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I still cannot believe that you are gone. The VJM hallway will never be the same without you. Thank you for everything you have done for the school. I will always remember your kindness, and the joy I felt in ending the school day with 8th period religion. Even at the end of the day, you were still upbeat and enthusiastic. I will miss your energetic spirit. You will be greatly missed and will be in our hearts forever.
Averie Palovcak '11
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you for being such an inspiration to me. In those short 44 minutes of class each day, I gathered more information than I could ever learn in a lifetime. Although you frequently called me Valerie (haha) I know that you truly connected with and cared about every Villa girl. Know that you will forever be apart of the Villa community.
Rebecca Umile
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you so much for all you've done for the Villa community. You've impacted every one of your students with your kindness, cheerfulness, and enthusiasm to teach. I am blessed to have met you and blessed to have had you for my religion teacher last year. Although I wish you were here with us, I know that you are in a wonderful place. We'll never forget you.
Marissa Brown
May 6, 2010
"Senior Moderator" O'Connor,
I will truly miss our morning greeting that brought a smile to my heart everytime you nodded your head and said hello. You have been a true blessing in my life and I will be forever grateful that I had the opportunity to know you and watch you impact every single girl who ever walked the "hallway" of Villa, including this girl.
With Love,
"Dean" Brown
Jennifer Paul
May 6, 2010
Ed-
In the short 4 years that I knew you, I found that you had the remarkable talent of making Villa smile. It wont be the same without you! I only wish that I had the privledge of being one of your students! Thank-you for everything that you did for Villa and for our girls. We will miss you so much!
Mr. A
May 6, 2010
Ed,
See ya later...
Peggy Stauffer
May 6, 2010
When my daughter, Lauren was at her graduation (2007) she felt ill at Mass and headed for the back of the church. Mr. O'Connor met her in the back and sat with her and got her a drink of water. He stayed with her until she felt better and was such a comfort to her. We will never forget this act of kindness.
Victoria Stauffer
May 6, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you so much for everything you taught me not only about religion, but about life as well. Being taught in a Catholic school my whole life, I was always told to see "a little bit of Jesus" in every person I met. It was so easy to see Jesus in you. You have touched my life, and I, along with the rest of the school, will never forget you.
Steve Hollenczer
May 6, 2010
Ed,
You were an inspriration to me in the short time I knew you. You kept me in the choir when I wanted to quit and you kept me sane when I wanted to go crazy. You are a friend and I will relish the memories of the good times we had. When I sing in church I will always think of you. Go with God my friend.
Fran Troy
May 6, 2010
Ed,
you are already missed...
Singing will not be the same without you...but sing we will!
My friend, "twas too short we knew ye"...
And now, you sing with a different choir...
How blessed i am to have shared some of your journey...
a true gentleman and a gentle man...
Love and prayers to you and yours.
Stephanie Marcel
May 5, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You have touched my heart forever, and it's sad to see you go. It's been an honor to be a student of yours. Your lessons about life have affected me more than you know. I will never forget, "the ends do not justify the means" for you embedded that into our minds. I will never forget your fully stocked counter of mints, and may I say a nice selection of mints too. Danny Boy will never be the same, without you singing however your singing your heart out in a better place. Villa will miss a great and inspirational teacher. The VJM community will miss you greatly.
Stephanie Marcel '09
Linda Simeone
May 5, 2010
Dear Ed,
I am thankful and grateful for the time we had working together at Villa. Jacqueline and Christina were so blessed to have you as their teacher years ago. You taught them lessons that I could not teach them as their mother. Thank you for making an imprint on their lives and mine. You will be missed but your presence will forever be in our hearts. You are the most humble and genuine person I have ever had the privilege to meet and I am thankful for that blessing. May God hold you in the palm of His hands and remember to keep the angels singing in harmony with you! You and your family will be forever in my thoughts, heart and prayers. God bless you Ed!
Jenna Rankin
May 5, 2010
Dear Mr. O'Connor,
In case you did not know....you made a difference in my life. I think that is the case for all villa girls, and it is rare that someone could impact the life of every person they meet....just further proof of what a special person you are.
We miss you....villa won't be the same without your smiling face and ever abundant laughter.
RIP
Carole Smith
May 5, 2010
My toughts are with you all in this time of need. I will miss Ed very much . I will keep you all in my prayers.
Immaculate Conception Choir
May 5, 2010
Sarah Adden
May 5, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
It is so sad to see you go, but I will always remember you and how you touched so many of our hearts at Villa Joseph Marie. Having the honor to be one of your students has really affected my life in more ways than you know. You taught us so many life lessons in and out of the classroom that I will certainly cherish forever. Thank you for your kind heart, wise words, beautiful voice, and fun-loving personality. Disney trips sure won't be the same without you.
Love always,
Sarah Adden '09
Heather Katz
May 5, 2010
Mr. O Connor,
In your gentle and quiet ways, you taught deep theology (through word and example) in a way a 16 year old could learn. Thank you for providing such a firm foundation in the Catholic faith. Thank you for your infinite kidness and patience. And also thank you for your commitment to do anything for the girls fo villa...including playing the warrior drum, on stage, in Sea World. You are missed.
With love,
Heather (Katz) LaRocco '04
Martin O'Connor, Jr.
May 5, 2010
Uncle Ed,
You will be sorely missed at all our family gatherings...especially when we feel like singing the old Irish songs! You were a great uncle, father, grandfather and teacher. We will always remember you fondly.
Mary Krakowiak
May 5, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
It seems like just yesterday that I was sitting in your theology class listening to you read the Reality section of the newspaper, thinking, "this is the best part of my busy day!" You taught me more than the required theology, but gave me the skills to discover who I am as a Catholic woman, and to remember that as I entered the next few phases of my life. You class was meaningful and enlightening, truthful and relevant.
Thank you for being that teacher who has impacted the lives of your students every day you came to class.
Thank you for always being interested in the lives of your students, even after they graduate.
Thank you for your laughter, your gift of song, and your kind heart.
Even though my sisters and I have been at Villa through the many changes that happen over the better part of a decade, I am grateful that we will always have you and your class as a common memory, one we will look back on fondly. As it has been said many times already, VJM will not be the same without you. You will be missed.
Mary Krakowiak
Class of 2005
May 4, 2010
Mr O'Connor,
Through your lessons, wisdom, kindness, and humor every Villa girl has accomplished the one goal you had for them: to walk away from your class feeling empowered. Thank you so much for giving the class of 2011 the best eight months of religion we could ask for. There will never again be a Thursday in which we don't think of you.Villa will never be the same and you will never be forgotten.
-Rebecca Donahue '11
May 4, 2010
Mr. O' Connor,
To say you are missed is an understatement. No one will ever be able to replace you at Villa or in our hearts. Thank you for the valuable lessons you taught us.
We love you,
- Arianna Delfini
Marisa Barreras
May 4, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
The hallway and homeroom feels so empty without you. Everyone student you have had has learned so much from you and we thank you. You will be forever at Villa. We love and miss you.
Alyssa Kraus '07
May 4, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You were such a wonderful and caring man. I feel so privileged to have known you and to have had you as a teacher. It was always so clear that you truly cared about all the girls at Villa and wanted everyone to succeed. You were always so happy and uplifting. You made our senior trip so much fun and were truly inspirational at graduation. I don't think there will ever be another teacher as warm hearted as you. Thank you for everything, Mr. O'Connor. You will be greatly missed. My condolences to your family and friends.
Elise Morvant
May 4, 2010
Dear Mr. O'Connor,
There aren't enough words to describe how much you are missed. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for everything you have done for myself and the Villa community. You have left an imprint on all of our hearts that will never fade. I feel so blessed to have had you as a teacher and mentor during my high school career. I will never forget your timeless words of wisdom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. "And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand."
God Bless,
Elise Morvant
Class of 2008
Monique Harrod
May 4, 2010
Mr. O'Connor
You truely were a great person. You were so kind and forgiving and no body could ever take you place at villa. You were one of the few teachers that supported out year. You never got angry, and i always had a laugh and smile. My prayers are with your family at this hard time.
Monique Harrod
Class of 2008
Kirstyn McCormick
May 4, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
The Villa community will not be complete without your presence. You were an inspiring teacher and role model, and I feel blessed to have had you in my life. I will forever keep in my heart the song we sang together:
"Panis angelicus
fit panis hominum;
Dat panis coelicus
figuris terminum:
O res mirabilis!
Manducat Dominum
Pauper, servus et humilis."
You are always in our prayers. God bless.
Kirstyn McCormick
Class of 2007
Mary Fullam
May 4, 2010
ED, I still can't believe you won't be singing with us on Sundays. Your presence will always be with us. You were such an important part of Immaculate's choir family. You were an inspiration for all of us.
Baccalaureate Dinner 2008
May 3, 2010
Brittney Kern
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you so much for everything you have done for me. You were a phenomenal teacher, and I always looked forward to your class. I count myself lucky that I was able to learn from you for two years, two of the best classes I had at Villa. You will be greatly missed by many. You and your family are in my prayers.
Brittney Kern
Class of 2007
Rosie Carberry '09
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
There are no words to describe how much you mean to me and all of us at Villa. Your inspiration will live on through all of us. No matter where we go in life and no matter what life throws our way, we will always remember the great memories we had with you. Your impact on me will never fade and I hope that you are looking down on me everyday and keeping me in your prayers, because you will be forever in mine.
2008 Senior Trip. Mr. O'connor was a rock star
Roslyn Yi
May 3, 2010
Kaila Grupp
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you so much for all that you taught me throughout my years at Villa. Your message of "The ends doesn't justify the means" has truly stuck with me and is something that I will never forget. You meant the world to every single person within the Villa community, and we all loved you for all that you were. Thank you for being always being there and giving me so many memories throughout my high school experience. I'm so blessed to have had you as a teacher. You and your family are in my prayers.
God bless,
Kaila Grupp
Class of 2008
Rose Venuto
May 3, 2010
To the O'Connor Family:
As a graduate from Villa Joseph Marie High School, I would like to express my deepest sympathies during this time. Mr. O'Connor made every girl feel special. We always knew that Mr. O'Connor would be on our side and calm us down when we were most upset. I was privileged to have him for 2 years, and they were the best 2 years of religion class I have ever had. He acted like a grandfather to all of us. Tears were brought to the eyes of every Villa girl upon his passing. He will be greatly missed by the VJM community.
Nathalie Slick
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You are an incredible man who has impacted the lives of so many people. It is impossible to truly convey the appeciation we all have for you and your wisedom. My experience at Villa would not have been as wonderful without you present. We all love and miss you. "So let me say before we part, So much of me is made of what I learned from you. You'll be with me like a handprint on my heart" Thank you for making each and everyone of us a better person! God bless you and your family.
Bridget Durnin
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
It's not possible to put into words how much your Villa girls will miss you. Your smile, humor, and wisdom was one of a kind. The things you taught me exceeded beyond the classroom, and for that I am extremely grateful to have had you as a teacher. You embodied the type of person most of us can only aspire to be. Danny Boy will never sound the same, but I know you're singing in a better place. Thank you for making Villa a special place for us all- you will always live on in our hearts.
Colleen Wisniewski
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor was one of the greatest teachers and role models in the world. He will be greatly missed. We will always love him.
Gabrielle Kopan 08
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I can honestly say you really helped me survive high school. You were one of the best teachers I have ever had, and I wish I brought Clare-Marie up to visit you before all of this happened. You were the only reason I was able to do a lot of different things in school like attend senior prom and graduate, and I appreciated everything you did for me and Clare. Thank you.
I will never forget you, and I will miss you.
The Connelly Family (Krista '09)
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
How very lucky & blessed are we to have known you! You were a mentor, teacher, friend and true gentleman in every sense of the word. We'll always remember your whimsical smile, kind spirit and beautiful voice. You were a rare gift!
Jamie Kloss
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I can't thank you enough for the encouragement you've given me over the last several years. You were the reason that I became involved with writing for 'reality', a passion that has literally changed the course of my education. You were such a wonderful person, and I was blessed to have been in your class. You've had an amazing impact on all of your students, and you will always remain an integral part of the villa family.
Lindsay McMullen ('09)
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, words can never express how much I will miss you. You were easily one of the greatest teachers I've ever had, and you were the sweetest man ever. I will never forget singing Danny Boy with you, or your beautiful singing voice. The sadness of your passing is devastating. You will always be missed, Mr. O'Connor. I hope you know how much you've touched and affected the lives of every Villa girl who walked into your classroom. I'll always remember you, and I'll always miss you!!
Amisha Patel
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You will truly be missed so much. The Villa hallways are not the same without you. You were an amazing teacher; I feel honored to have been one of your students because even though I am not Catholic, you taught me so many valuable life lessons. You have influenced and inspired me in ways you could never imagine. Thank you so much for everything!
Megan Tidwell
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I know you're probably up there laughing at all of us for making a fuss over you becasue that's just the kind of humor you had, but we just can't help ourselves. You are one of kind. I learned more just listening to what you had to say then I would have ever learned out of a text book. Though I don't completely feel like you're gone because I still feel your warmth and laughter in the hall ways, it is truley our loss. I know your in a better place looking down on us, and I feel so blessed to have known you. Thank you for everything. I'll miss you and always remember you.
Marlene Tucci
May 3, 2010
Ed, Oh how you will be missed. You will always be here with me in choir at I.C. Your beautiful voice,gentle manner,will be forever in my mind. Everytime I'm here at church I will remember the times your cantored and carried those books down the aisle under your arms. Who is going to teach us the correct way to pronounce the latin words? Until we all meet and sing with the angles. Remembering
you fondly, Marlene Tucci
Caitlin Harvey ('07)
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You are your own Villa institution. You fit so well into our little community. I have kept your wisdom with me since I left VJM. I will never forget Reality Section Thursdays or you singing Danny Boy or the time you went up on stage and played the drums during our senior trip in Disney. I have a great respect for you and everything you have done. You will be greatly missed. May angels lead you in.
Julianne Gardner
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Words cannot express how much each and every one of us will miss you. You were more than just a fantastic teacher; you were one of the greatest human beings that I have ever met. Your kindness and love for all of your students truly impacted our lives and made us all into better people. You were such an important part of my life at Villa, and I will always hold those fond memories close to my heart. I feel truly blessed to have known you and to have been one of your students. Keep watching over your Villa Jems, we will always love and remember you!
May 3, 2010
To the Family of Mr. O'Connor:
Your Husband, Father and Grandfather was so instrumental when we were deciding on a high school for our daughter, Shelby. He calmed our apprehensions about not being Catholic, as we were contemplating joining the Villa environment. How glad we are that we followed his insight. He was an amazing Teacher, and truly understood the pressures that the girls faced in their day-to-day lives. There will forever be a "hole" at VJM, but his spirit will carry on. Rest in Peace Mr. O'Connor.
The Weiss Family (Shelby '11)
Morrisville, Pennsylvania
VJM Graduation 2009
The Chima Family (Casey 09')
May 3, 2010
Mr. O'Connor
Words cannot express the sadness we are all feeling.
Thank you to all you have given to the girls of Villa over the years, both in and out of the classroom, they will forever be changed for the better. The genuine passion and respect you had for teaching and molding the girls is irreplaceable.
Part of the light that made Villa shine has gone out, but will remain lit in our hearts forever!
Flo Phillips
May 3, 2010
Ed,
You were a good man! I loved your sense of humor and how you loved Linda, my best friend. I will miss your voice on St Patty's Day when you sing Danny Boy for me. Ed,you were great!!
Jim Lavelle
May 3, 2010
My deepest sympathy and prayers.
I taught at Truman and DeLasalle Vocational School and was a member of Immaculate. Ed was a joy to know.
Blessed are they who you have chosen, Oh Lord; may they be remembered from generation to generation.
Lauren Hoffman
May 3, 2010
Dear Mr. O' Conner,
I remember many times I spent in your class. You were always a kind and loving teacher. You cared for all who crossed your path. You were there for us whenever we needed you and cared more about us than even yourself. I wish their were more people with your heart an spirit. I am glad to have been one of your first classes. Rest in peace and I will always remember you fondly as I am sure the class of 2004 will as well.
Greg and Didi Burns
May 2, 2010
To the Family of Mr. O'Connor,
Two of our daughters, Caroline and Alison, were privileged to have Mr. O’Connor for their teacher at Villa. He not only taught them about religion but he inspired, enlightened, and challenged them. He led by example, with his gentle manner, and devotion to God, his family, and his students. He embodied all that is good, kind and pure in this world. He had an incredible impact on our daughters and we can never repay him for shaping them into the young women that they are today. We will never forget his articulate voice during assemblies, his moving rendition of Danny Boy and his gentle smile. Mr. O’Connor was one of a kind and he leaves a tremendous void in our hearts.
Tara Mastoris
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, you were such a wonderful teacher and person who inspired and touched the lives of many, and I am humbled to have been one of your students. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for inspiring the Villa community, and know that you are forever in our hearts. You will be truly missed, but your smile, laughter, inspiration, and love will always be treasured.
Colleen Bresnahan
May 2, 2010
To the O'Connor Family,
When we met Mr. O'Connor during Villa's Open house 4 yrs ago, we asked when our daughter would have him as her teacher! In an instant with his humor, smile and warmness, we knew he was one of very few teachers who could still connect with the students in such a kind, understanding and warm way. Villa has lost a one of a kind teacher who will be truly missed by all! You are etched into the hearts of our "girls", the Villa girls! May your journey be as wonderful as you were!
Colleen & Michael Bresnahan
Alexis Burns
May 2, 2010
Dear Mr. O'Connor,
You had said that "If you remember nothing else from this class, just always remember 'the end does not justify the means.'" Well, Mr. O'Connor, I did remember that you taught us that; however, you taught us so much more. You taught us, teenagers, that what we say and think truly matters. You taught us through your kindness, humor, and love; you taught us about life. I can never say how much I am grateful that I had you as a theology and homeroom teacher. Thank you so much.
Rachel McGovern
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
Thank you for everything you have done for the students of Villa. You are truly a beautiful person and a wonderful role model to every girl that has had the privilege of being your student. You will forever hold a special place in my heart as well as so many others. May God be with your family during this difficult time.
Senior Retreat Sept. 2008
Kelly Croke
May 2, 2010
Steph Lawall
May 2, 2010
Mr O'Connor,
You were absolutely one of the most remarkable and caring teachers at Villa. My experience at Villa would not have been the same without having you as a Theology teacher. I will always remember what you taught me and will never forget you!
Kerriann Kane
May 2, 2010
Needless to say, the whole Villa community, including myself, will miss you dearly, Mr. O'Connor. You truly were the essence of Villa, and that shined through to the very last days as you were still in the classroom imparting your tremendous wisdom on the girls. The memories that I have of you and with you will stay with me forever. Thank you for being the teacher that I can only hope to become--caring, generous, loving, devoted, smart, and funny, to name a few. Thank you for all that you have given to me, and the hundreds of Villa Jems who will agree that the Villa halls will not be the same without you. I give my deepest sympathy to your family. Thank you for everything.
Lauren Gardner
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You were hands down one of the best teachers I ever had. You didn't just teach us Catholicism - you taught us how to translate our faith into being better people. You are and will be so deeply missed.
Stephanie Lovina
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You were one of the greatest teachers that Villa has ever seen. Your sense of humor, caring, and loving nature will be missed forever. You have touched my heart, along with so many others and I can't believe your gone. Its so upsetting that you won't be able to spend the end of our senior year with us, but I know you'll still be watching over us at graduation and Disney...Thank you for everything, you were truly an amazing man.
Anna Krakowiak
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
You may have never known the difference you made for everyone you knew, but we all knew how special you were. Seeing how much you have impacted mine and my sisters’ experience at Villa shows how much you cared about what you did. I don’t think there is a Villa girl that hasn’t learned a great deal from you about our life, our faith, and ourselves. The end doesn’t always justify the means. You are the heart of Villa…keep watch over all of us.
Anna Thomas
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor - whether it was the amazing discussions during Reality Thursdays, or you being the voice of reason for our class, you always pushed us and taught us in the most loving way possible. You were such a wonderful example to all, and you never ceased to let the love that you had for your students shine in every aspect of your classroom and your life. I'll never forget you and am grateful to have had you as a teacher. No one will be able to sing "Danny Boy" like you...
Victoria Lee
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,I will always cherish your joy which was implicit not only for your students but to your family as well. You were someone who taught the teachings of their class through who you were and your values of faith, hope and love. I remember being one of your first classes at Villa and how adorable you were by how excited you got to be teaching again. All of your junior year classes competed for which class you liked better. You were one of those rare teachers who you never wanted to let down. Whenever I think of my fondest memories at Villa, I will think of you. Miss you!
Jamie Duminiak
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, to say you will be missed is a huge understatement. You were not only caring, smart, and funny, but you were one of the greatest people I ever had the pleasure of knowing. You were not only a teacher, but you were a friend. I will always remember your laugh, your singing voice, and all of the times you read us the newspaper. Thank you for being such a large influence on my life and on the lives of every student lucky enough to have you as a teacher. Heaven got an amazing angel when you passed away. You will always be loved, remembered, and missed.
May 2, 2010
To the family of Mr O'Connor
What a tragic loss - this wonderful loving devoted man was a symbol of kindness and gentility, he will be missed by all who knew him. My fondest memory of Mr O'Connor was last year when he so beautifully sang Oh Danny Boy at Villa - I had no idea how beautiful his voice was. Our school halls will be empty without his wisdom, kindness and genuine love of the girls. May his family always know and remember how special and important he was to our school. Our deepest and sincere sympathy to his family
Lydia and AL Franceschino
Julia Adden
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor,
I still can't believe you're gone, but I know you are still watching out for us from heaven. You had such a positive impact on all of us as we grew as young women throughout some of the toughest times of our lives. The memories we all have with you are irreplaceable and will remain close to us every time we think of our high school years. I wish we could have one more coffee and paper together before class, you made all the difference in the world for many of us. You are missed and loved by all of your Villa girls.
Andrea Bradbury
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor - I still remember our little religion class of 10 people one of your first years at Villa. You were caring, smart, and thought provoking. You were an awesome homeroom teacher, religion teacher and friend. I will always remember your beautiful voice and your smile. I know you are singing with the angels now! A. Bradbury Class of 2004
Carly Metzger
May 2, 2010
Mr. O'Connor, you will be deeply missed.
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