James Connole Obituary
Jim Connole, born in Kansas City, MO, February 10, 1929, to James R. Connole and Frances Connole. He moved to San Diego at age 10. Jim passed away after a short illness. He died on the 28th of April at the age of 78. He retired from the San Diego Police Dept. as Deputy Chief of Police and became the Chief of Police of Escondido. After he retired as Chief of Escondido he practiced law for several years. He was a member of the International Assoc. of Police and the Calif. State Bar. He is surived by his wife of 60 years, Lillian; sister Mary Jayne Noren; sons Pat, Mike, Tim, and Danny; daughters, Teri Festa, Kathy Campbell, and Susan Connole, plus 24 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Rosary to be held at San Rafael Catholic Church in Rancho Bernardo at 5:30 p.m., May 3rd and Mass will be held on Friday, May 4th, at 2 p.m. at San Rafael Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the American Cancer Society. Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com
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James Thomas Connole
May 21, 2007
I
have many wonderful memories with "Grandpa" Connole. I am honored to
hold the name James, for it has been passed down to the first born son
for many generations. I look forward to keeping the tradition alive, in
memory of my Grandpa.
Mary Jayne Noren
May 20, 2007
Jim was my brother....My entire family admired and loved him. He'll be with us always.
Mary Jayne and family.
Annandale, VA.
Pat Adams
May 7, 2007
My thoughts are with you. I have very fond memories of John and my time with you and Jim.
Take care
Pat Adams
Mary Kay and Eddie Fernandes
May 4, 2007
Jim Connole was a very special man who was very kind and told great stories. He knew just the right thing to say. He will be missed.
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Gilbert Contreras
May 3, 2007
I did not know Mr Connole but i knew his daughter Susan. May all of god's blessing be upon the entire Connole Family
Kim
May 3, 2007
Jim Connole was like a father to me. He was larger than life as head of the family, and respected by all of us connected to the family by marriage. Even though I haven't been a part of the family for years, my condolences to Mom. Dad gave great hugs. I will miss him, too.
Arnold & Anna Fernandes
May 3, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tommie Powell
May 3, 2007
May the God you believe in bring you comfort in this sad time.
Jim was such a great man in my estimate. We first met in 1962 when I was sworn in as an officer. Jim was the Lt in charge of Training then. He (and AD Brown) never let me forget the "joke" Jim had me play on AD. I was told to present a "gift" from my class to Sgt Brown. I never saw the "gift", but I, my classmates and AD will always remember that day. We remained friends all these many years. You will be sorely missed.
Margo Beaton
May 2, 2007
With sympathy from the Beaton family, your old neighbors in Bay Park. We share in your sorrow, as Ralph passed away March 8, 2007. May Jim & Ralph rest in peace with the Lord.
Lt. Ed Stevens SDPD Ret.
May 2, 2007
Jim was one of those rare police administrators who never let his ego get in the way of common sense and his good nature.
A great boss and loyal friend
Barbara Allen
May 2, 2007
My deepest condolences to the entire family, especially Pat & Carol. You hae so many memories to comfort you and he will always be in your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Esta Mae Wedeking
May 2, 2007
Our thoughts and Prayers are with Lillian and Family. We have many great memories of travels, dining on Pizza with no cheese "for Jim and Esta Mae. Our Love,
Pat Dendy
May 2, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It will be two years May 15th that Bill passed away, so I spend time in CA. with my son and his family and time in Florida with my daughter and her family. It is great to have such loving children and grandchildren, and I also have become a greatgrandmother this past year.
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