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Gary Connor Obituary
Gary proudly served in the United States Army from 1969 through 1972.
Gary attended Wolcott Elementary in Thornton, Illinois, and Thornridge High School in Dolton, Illinois. Gary furthered his education, earning a Bachelor's Degree from Central Missouri State University and a Master's Degree from Indiana State University.
Gary took great pride in his career with Sherwin Williams. His tenure as Sales Manager, Chemical Coatings Division, started in 1981 and continued through 2008. He was 6-time Circle of Excellence Award Winner.
Gary was an avid golfer, and he achieved a hole-in-one at the River Strand Golf Club, Sanctuary Course, hole #4, on December 19, 2020.
Gary is survived by his wife of 56 years Noelle, his sons Glen (Kristy) and Erich Connor, his sister Paulette (Roy) Maurer, granddaughters Makenna, Teegan, Brooklyn and Kylee Connor, along with many nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his parents Glen and Audrey Connor and sister Pegi (Jack) Swan.
A celebration of life will be held in April.
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Bill and Rose Ann Davis
December 18, 2024
It was always fun to be with Gary. He always loved to tell us the story about our camping days. His dog always came and did his business in front of our trailer door. Gary thought that was really funny. He reminded us of that story every time he saw us. Was so sorry to learn of his passing. Our sympathy to his family. RIP Gary. You are home with Jesus.
Keith Cox
April 6, 2024
Gary was one of the kindest colleagues I had during our time together at Sherwin Williams. Many great memories to hold onto will help ease the grief of losing a friend. Prayers for peace and comfort to Noelle and the family.
Bill & Rose Ann
April 5, 2024
Sympathies to Noelle and family. Knew Gary well. We always talked about our camping days. He especially love the one where his dog came and did his business in front of our trailer. It's been a long time since we've seen him but will never forget him.
Ray Phaneuf
April 4, 2024
So long my friend, RIP. To Noelle and family we met in RS and Gary taught me the game of golf which I fell for. We had many an irish whisky together along with good laughs. I´l have a final "tullamore dew" and think of you.
Ray Phaneuf
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Marge Petrelli
April 4, 2024
Deepest sympathy for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with Gary´s family. Marge Petrelli and family
Joesph Volpentesta
April 4, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Kylee Marie Connor
April 3, 2024
I remember when the whole group would go to race track together. Makenna, Teegan, me, mom, Nona, and Papa. We would go in the store and go straight to the ice cream. We would all go to the toppings section and fill our ice creams with the toppings. They would pay and we would all sit at this specific table closest to the door, that was our table. We all sat at the table eating our ice cream and talking. When we visited Florida we would do this everytime. It was a highlight of the trip. It was precious time with everyone.
Kylee connor
April 3, 2024
I remember when we would go to race track together with the whole group. Makenna, me, teegan, mom, nona, and papa. We would all get a cup of ice cream and put alot of toppings on our treat. They would pay and all of us would sit on this specific table closest to the door. We eat our ice cream and would talk. When we visit Florida we would do it everytime. It was a highlight of every trip. It was very precious to me to spend time with everyone.
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