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Richard O'Connor Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 6 to Jul. 7, 2008.

O'CONNOR RICHARD B.
Of Homestead, on July 4, 2008, age 56. Beloved son of Ann O'Connor Sabo and the late Jack O'Connor. Loving fiance of Mia Saviano. Father of Jennifer, Ericka, and Katie O'Connor. Brother of Coleen O'Connor Crevar and the late Vicki O'Connor Strang. Grandfather of Paul, Aaleigha, Destiny, Laci, and Kylie. Friends received SAVOLSKIS - WASIK - GLENN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3501 Main St., Munhall (Member Selected Independent Funeral Homes) Visitation Tuesday 4-6 pm. Blessing service immediately following visitation at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions suggested to the family. Richard was a member of Western PA Musicians Group.
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October 25, 2025

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106 Entries

Ericka O’Connor

October 25, 2025

Dad. It’s been over 17 years since your passing, and I never knew this site existed. I only found it because I was searching my genealogy through AI (ChatGPT). Things sure have changed here on Earth-side.

The last time I saw you, I was driving my little 5-speed Hyundai uphill on the icy roads in Munhall, and you were impressed when I actually succeeded. I was just happy to make my dad PROUD of me.

I look at pictures of you, and in some ways I’m looking in a mirror. In other ways I’m looking at a stranger. I see so much of myself in you- my love for good music, a gnarly tattoo, and the knee issues I now have (an ode to my 40s). And yet, I never truly knew the man you were. At only 23 years old, I feel like I was just learning to appreciate the life you lived, the people you loved, and the world you created: through music, friendships, shows, relationships and then it was stolen. I’d already lost my mom and now you.

Dad. I think about you often. I wonder what our relationship would be like. What your relationship to your grandkids might be like (Ava shares your birthday, and Rivers rocks long hair just like you did!). Or your son-in-law. Honestly, I think you would really love John- he’s a good man, and he treats us well. We’ve been married for almost 15 years, can you believe it? I always tell him that you have more in common with him than with me, lol.

Dad. I just miss the what-ifs. What if you were still here? What if you could have been at my wedding? What if you got to meet my firstborn who shares your birthday? What if you could teach my second-born how to rip on the guitar? What if you could go hunting with your son-in-law? What if you could see this legacy you created? What if?

Niagara Falls, It's gorgeous here!

Mom & Col

July 6, 2009

TO ALL WHO KNEW AND LOVED RICK-O, The time has come to say so long, for now. I am at peace now and will remain in your hearts always. Thanks for all the memories! Keep on Rockin' in the Free World....call anytime 867-5309....Be Safe, love one another!!!!Let's see a show of hands for all you people out there who are here tonight!!!!

Ann K & Coleen

July 6, 2009

Dearest Rick, Today is the last day for writing to you and it will be hard to let it go. Mom & I miss you alot and nothing is the same without you. There is an empty space in our hearts and in our lives. Things are so different without you. No one plays or put on an anniversary concert or anything like you used to do and would have! Time can change alot of things, but it will never change who you are,who you were, and where you came from, and hopefully where you are headed! The big place in the sky. We miss you and will meet up with you some day. If you have any pull up there, please put in a special prayer for Jennifer. She really needs guidance and help. Probably only you can help her. I'm sure you see what is happening down here! You know! All we ask is that you watch over your family and keep us all safe. Help where it is needed. Oh yeah, thanks for the lottery numbers! Keep 'em coming!!!! Life will never be the same without you. We love you always and will always hold you dear in our hearts. Thank you for all the songs you played for us, and thanks for your humor! It is soo different without you! You will always be our shining star up in the sky. Stay close, you are welcome to stay! Much love and tears, you remain forever in our hearts, Much love - Mom and Col

July 4, 2009

Ricko O it is a sad day today! a year ago you left us and a day don't go by that I don't shed a tear you left us to soon I miss the jokes and that smile, we miss you so much! That first firework that we see will be the one that holds the memories! love you Susie and Crow Harakal

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Ann K and Coleen

July 1, 2009

Rick we had you in our lives for 56 years, and it is very hard to let go! You were in mom's life from the day you were born, and you were in Col's for her whole life. We love and miss you a lifetime's worth. We can't express enough the lose we feel. We have family memories that no one can erase. You were always such the jokester. We have pictures that remind us of when you were little. Even though you were the oldest and the tallest, I was always your big sister! I'm sorry I couldn't fix this one!!!! You will always remain our Rick-O! Peace and Love Col & Mom

Ann K & Coleen

July 1, 2009

Rick, it is July and the one year anniversary of your passing is days away. The closing of this book is nearing also. We won't be able to write to you here anymore, but that does not mean you will not be thought of and remembered and talked about daily. So many people have good stories about you, and alot of love for you. Your passing has broken alot of hearts and brings tears to our eyes as we remember you. May we always keep you near, in our hearts, and may you always watch over us as you have been. Always remember, and never forget!... We love you! Your mom & sister

Ann K. and Coleen

June 2, 2009

O'Rick, It is soon approaching the one year mark of your passing. I have been trying to find words to say, but can't come up with anything. I just keep thinking about you. I say hello each morning first thing and wonder what you would be doing or thinking. There are so many things we want to tell you but I'm sure you already know. Our hearts still ache with sadness and secret tears still flow. Deep in our hearts you will always stay, and memories of you will never die. What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know. A smile for all, a heart of gold, no better man this world could hold. You are still very sadly missed, and very fondly remembered. Rick, you should see...and until we meet again, May God Hold You In the Palm of His Hands. We love and miss you Lots..Mom, Col, all your family, and all of your friends. WE LOVE YOU!

Coleen & Mom

May 6, 2009

Thanks Again, to everyone who knew Rick, we know what a great loss this is. Thank you to all for your words of comfort and kindness in our dark hours. We feel a traumatic loss in our family. Rick-O was a Hero in many ways. His musical talent was a special gift not given to many and matched far and few in my eyes. His runs and rifts can't be replaced. Starting at a young age, he continued playing his guitar up until his last....alone, with Matt or with a band Rick loved to play and that's what he did. He played, and played, and played his guitar and I'm sure he passed away with a smile and a song in his heart. Rick was a good man. He cared for those who couldn't care for themselves even though he did not have much himself. He always had a kind word and managed to get a chuckle out of life! He IS so very missed and he lived every day to HIS fullest. He was happy playing guitar! And, was he good! We do miss him deeply. He is very missed by his little ones, his big ones, and all of his ones, young and old. It has affected each of us, but all of us in our own way. We have many memories of Rick, but we would have liked more! We are thankful for the time we did share with Rick in his lifetime. Loved, and not forgotten....

Ray Savko

May 3, 2009

I just found out about Ricks passing away and I am vvery sorry to hear that. I played drums in a band with Rick on different occasions and he , Wayne, and myself fooled around with his 1957 chevy. sorry and my deepest sympathies. It s just too youong. Ray savko

Much Love, Coleen Crevar

March 20, 2009

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Joanne Thornton

March 6, 2009

Happy Birthday Pap O'Connor, your
"little Jennie" sure misses you alot.
I met you more than a few times and each time you were always yourself.

Jamme Magyar

March 6, 2009

Dear Rick,
Although Your gone and with My dad and loved ones, It seems like yesterday you were here with us and having fun, I sure do miss you playing and hanging out. There isn't a day that goes bye, that I think of you and all the good times of YOUR Jokes and you playing and having a "Cold One", Anyways Say hi to my dad and "Happy Birthday" Rick

Love Jamme

Jenn O'Connor

March 6, 2009

Hey Dad...Oh man I miss you. I opened my email today for the first time in 4 months and I had 235 emails, but the one that caught my eye was the one that said "New entry in the Guest Book of Richard O'Connor"...it is so warming to know that people are still coming here to read, and say hi to you...we all miss you so much...my days are so screwed up, I don't know what to do with myself anymore..The phone doesn't ring, the girls still look for you to come down our hill in the beast, and we listen to the Beatles at least once a day...Destiny sings "carry that weight, carry that weight" and she talks about Pap Pap and Matt Tichon ( and she does say it like that, Matt Tichon)...And on today, March 6, your birthday, we would be sitting at J n L's right this minute drinking a cold one to celebrate. Everyone talks about you all the time, they all have good memories of you, and we were just talking about that little birthday party we threw for you last year and you loved every minute of it. You were always so appreciative of anything you ever got and you brushed the bad right off of your shoulders. I don't know if there is a certain "grieving time" but it is coming up on a year and it hurts as bad as it did the day you died. When Jim died I asked myself what I would do if I were to ever lose you, and before I knew it you were gone. No one will EVER take your place in my heart, and I wish I could have spent more time with you growing up. But you are and always have been my idol, no matter what part of your life you were in, I wanted to be right there with you. OK tears now so i will go, but I will NOT stop thinking about you today, or ever. I love you Dad.

Susie and David Harakal

March 6, 2009

We miss you Ricko I remeber last year that Birthday party at J n Ls Pizza and beer and the generic card and you loved it We miss you so much i wish could have another one with you it was just all the right people there all the wants that cared.
So just know that we are thinking of you on this very special day your Birthday miss and love you Ricko

Coleen O'Connor-Crevar

March 5, 2009

Happy Birthday to my Big Brother. I think about you everyday and we talk about you all the time. Mom says she sends her love, too. The nice guy says he sends his, too! We sure do miss you! (Alot!) Is there beer in Heaven?! Ha! Ha! If there is, have one...It's your Day! Words can't describe the silence since your passing. Your jokes, your kind heart, your smile, your entertainment, it is all so not anymore. Life really is different without you. We even miss the worrying about you! We get through it by knowing you are not suffering anymore and you are at peace. You remain the best...son, brother, father, and friend .....forever. With deepest love on your Birthday, March 6. From your Mom, Sister, family and friends!

Lots of Love Mom- Ann K. Sabo

February 26, 2009

Thinking of you often. Your birthday will be here soon, and we miss you alot. Happy Birthday! There are alot of things left unsaid, but I do feel your presence and wonder what you are trying to tell me. I am not afraid and enjoy your little tricks you pull on us! I am trying to understand the message, and keep coming back! Let Vicki know we miss her alot too and that she is thought of often, too!

Dale McCann

February 5, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Ann K. Sabo

January 28, 2009

It has been over six months now, and we still miss you everyday. ALL of the holidays were very, very hard. You would have loved watching the Steelers this Sunday. I know now that love is not skin deep. Love is within. I really am proud to have you for my son.I am thankful for the years with you that we had. It was great, wasn't it?! . Even though you are gone, you remain in our hearts always. There will always be an ache in our hearts for you. You are on our minds first thing in the morning and all throughout the day. Our prayers are that we will someday meet up with you again, along with everyone else! Things are not the same without you, and I doubt if they will ever be. You are the hole in our hearts. They say things will become easier with time. We love you alot, Rick!

litllitl & Shelly Best Friends since childhood!

October 16, 2008

Miss You Ricko your litllitl

October 16, 2008

mia saviano

September 1, 2008

hello again my love. don't want to write too often. people say. well thinking of you every single day don't throw your love away. that was the song you had written to me and i will listen to it now. hurts extremely bad hearing neil young! but you will always be there in my heart. no matter what the people say, you know better. you are watching everyone now and know everything. well i'll write again before this ends. love you dearly and miss you always. love your litllitl

Miss you Babe!

August 27, 2008

Best Friends since childhood! Shelly & Mia

August 27, 2008

Mia's Heart 4 U

August 27, 2008

Sunset on Lake Erie

August 27, 2008

Mia & Shelly on pier at sunset!

Shelly Trocksa

August 27, 2008

Hi Ricko,
I only met you a few times ,but I know you & Mia were very much in Love! I grew up with Mia since she was 3 & I was 4. I am here for her to help her through this very difficult time. She loved going to my camp this past weekend. She said you would have loved it there. But I know you where watching down on her. So sorry you are gone, Please say hello to my Uncle Sonny . He joined you up there on 8-18-08 I will post a few pics from our weekend in Erie. Bye for now Ricko!

mia saviano

August 23, 2008

hi baby didn;'t leave yet going to lake erie for three days with one of my best friends from younger life, you had met her when tom had died, remember shelly she is keeping me sane like jen & the girls do. i will be thinking of you the whole time.l i have part of you with me and always will. i had to go to another wake. everyone is going away. what;'s up with that:? tell uncle sonny that shell & i love him and miss him dearly, i guess the lord needed an artist up there' now who else does he need? he has the best musician and artist from this hell down here on earth. well the girls will be starting school soon and wonder what jen is going to do? we need each other. she is the daughter i never had and love her with all my heart! but you know that well love you and talk to you again. love litllitl

mia saviano

August 22, 2008

my love miss you dearly. i am going with my girlfriend shell to her camp for three days, love and miss you very much. i asked jen to look in on lady and the house. talk to you later. lil

mia saviano

August 17, 2008

good morning my love, those movies were great last night, huh. i got your signal and i miss holding you so much. i will write again later. we'll have dinner soon. love you always lil

Katie keeping the legend alive.

August 14, 2008

mia saviano

August 13, 2008

i love and miss you dearly and don't want to impose on anyone. just keep me safe and walk with me through this terrible time on earth. i need you baby. love lil

Jenn

August 13, 2008

Hey Dad...How's it going up there? I sure miss you...my life is definately not the same anymore. I won't go into detail but it's bad. I had a dream that you came back. I guess that will happen from time to time..it's one of those ones that you gotta wake up and realize it's not real. It's like losing you all over again. A month and a half and it still doesn't seem real to me. Please help me. I don't know what to do anymore. I have no one. I love you.

mia saviano

August 1, 2008

i miss you dearly my love
i need you here. so does jenny
we'll talk to you later love your girls

THE GIRLS ARE HERE

August 1, 2008

toni & bernie weyer/wertz

July 30, 2008

what's up!!!!!!!!!!!RICKO, this is from Toni and Bernie........we are sorry that you are gone, Mia loved you dearly and we know you loved her also. You are very missed, we had watched the video that your daughter had made and you are a wonderful person in and out. you're jokes are the greatest and gonna be missed. well buddy we'll talk again,
love mia's mom & brother.

mia saviano

July 27, 2008

hello, my love
haven't wrote lately, just want to say i love you, but you know that already. the girls sing your songs everyday. you are the king and will never be forgotten. forever love you.

J&L'S Double Headers

July 24, 2008

Hey Hey, My MY, Rick-O!

We all miss you so very much. It just is not the same here without you. Your family gave you the greatest send off and we are all so glad to have had the oppurtunity to say our good-byes. What a sad coincidence, that less than a month before your passing when little Cara passed away, and we were all sitting together talking about our own funerals, you told us all that you wanted to be creamated, but you would give us all the chance to say goodbye. We just want to say thank you for that, and let you know we are all thinking about you, and we keep little Mia and Jen, (the greatest girls ever!) and your family in our prayers always. Keep on Rockin' up in Heaven Brother!! The King is Gone, but He's Not Forgotten!!

Love Always,

All of your friends at J&L'S.

mia saviano

July 22, 2008

my love, missing you everyday. we will be together again someday. but still talk today & everyday. well love you with all my heart. good night. love your little lost one

D J Anderson

July 22, 2008

Mia Saviano & The O'Connor Family

Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss.

Rick was a great son, brother, father, grandfather, companion, and MUSICIAN.

He will be sadly missed.

I am thankful I had the opportunity to know him.

Our Prayers are with you all!

crow and susie

July 21, 2008

ricko we miss you so much the benefit was really great they played a tribute to you 'hurricane' it really brought alot ot tears. lil mia and jen miss you so much i hope you can dry their tears we love you and miss you xoxoxox

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 20, 2008

good evening my love. another day gone by. i guess for the most of it i enjoyed the benefit, but without you it is soooooo very different. but you'll have that, right. well just wanted to check in with you.and let you know how it went. you are so very loved down here, well lady and will talk to ya later. love little lost one

Ryan ans Alison McIntosh

July 19, 2008

rick-o! We will miss you soooo much!! And sure we will see you again! Playing Neil Young wont ever bee the same with out you. Tell Jimmy im on my way!!

Jenn OOHH SOO O'CONNOR

July 19, 2008

Dear Dad...
They say time heals but I don't know if all the time in the world could heal this pain. I look at pictures of you and I just can't even believe you are really gone...it just doesn't seem real, it wasn't your time. I remember a month ago, sitting on your couch talking about the next 20 years and what we would do with our lives, and all you ever wanted was for me to be happy in mine. Everyone says you are in a better place now, and in my heart I know that, but I am selfish...I want you here with me. I would give ANYTHING to have you back. Today will be the first time in my 32 years of life that I am going to a gig...and you won't be there. It just won't be the same. I miss you so much. You truly loved me UNCONDITIONALLY, no matter what I ever did or how I dressed or who my friends were. You were never embarrassed or ashamed. You had more friends in your lifetime than I could ever dream of having. You were a real legend here and I don't think you even knew it. Or maybe you did, you just didn't show it. We were walking through Kennywood this week and little Destiny was singing "Carry that Weight". Most 5 year olds have never even heard a Beatles song but mine can sing them word for word. They miss you Pap-Pap. We all miss you. More than words could ever say. I love you Dad.

MJ McIntosh

July 19, 2008

Mia and Family: It's gonna be hard to go without my "Rick Fix." I never walked into a room where he was playing that he didn't immediately play "Last Dance With Mary Jane" for me. He was a father figure to Ryan, and we loved him. He will be missed terribly. I don't belive in Heaven and Hell, but when I die I want to go where the great musicians go, and Rick is one of them. I know when I pass over he'll be playing my song for me. Rock on Rick-O, we love you and will remember you always.

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 19, 2008

my love, just to say jen has been there for me and keeping me from the lonely life i lead now. we will stick together always. the gils talk about how much they miss you and miss hearing you play your geetar and singing songs to them. i miss all of the great times we spent together. my mommy misses you also, your loving funny jokes, the best humor, you made her laugh. and my brother george said i finally found a great man and we had only this short time to spend together. will be missed dearly but talk everyday. i love you babe and talk to you later. good night my love, speak with you in the morning.

Coleen O'Connor-Crevar

July 18, 2008

Dear Rick, Hi, it's been two weeks, but it still feels like just a bad dream. I keep hoping you will be here soon. It's like I have been waiting to see you play tomorrow night, but you won't be there. I guess there are many, many firsts that we all have to experience. I never imagined how FINAL this really is. I never even thought you would not be here after we all grew up. I LOVE the memories I have of you, and I'm angry that you left us at such a young age. I am angry that I won't get to see you old-looking. I am not angry AT YOU, I am angry that you are gone........BUT NOT FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!!The hole in my heart is a reminder of you, it's right there with the other hole in my heart from Vicki. You take care of her up there. I guess you can be the referee between her and Russ! God Bless You all Up there in Heaven. I know she is "Shining Down from Heaven" with you. This time, you will have a different younger sister to "keep you in line!" Oh yeah, and I'm sure she can DI-RECT you too!!! You know what I mean! If you can, keep in touch, and keep an eye on us all. Please put in a good word for all your people here on earth that love and miss you. Rick, you would be amazed at how many people loved you a whole lot and miss you a whole lot, and how many lives you touched. You did leave your mark. All I hear are good things about you and your selfless acts of kindness. You touched the hearts of people you didn't even know! You will be missed more than you'll ever know!! So listen you,.... keep SMILING. P.S.I have room in my garden for whatever flowers you want!!!! Surprise me. I hate to go, but I have to for now. YOU WILL ALWAYS REMAIN DEAR TO MY HEART! I love you very much. Hey, knock 'em dead up there!!!!!!!Start bowling, and keep us out of harms way. May eternal light shine on you and grant you peace. I will never forget you. Thank you for the time we did share together through the years. I am NOT able to say goodbye, .....just see you later..So, I guess I'll Just see you later. Lots and lots and lots of love, your sister,

MIA O'CONNOR (SAVIANO)

July 16, 2008

R.I.P. MY LOVE. MISS YOU BADLY STAY WITH ME FOREVER

strawberry fields forever

July 16, 2008

moms goin crazy/your step kids

July 16, 2008

you are like a hurricane

July 16, 2008

forever love you

July 16, 2008

bear & marie/ love ya bud

July 16, 2008

these are the days i will cherish forever

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 14, 2008

to all that have signed and that are going to sign. there is a photo album that you might want to take a look at. just all the great people that were in ricks life. i thank you all for everything you were a part of and tell more people about this site. sincerely. mia o'connor

jenn & jamme i'm watching you!!!!!!!!

July 14, 2008

laci, kylie, & little destiny/pap-paps girls

July 14, 2008

my little lazer, huh, huh

July 14, 2008

looking old bud, love ya

July 14, 2008

diane rosco/bobby mcq.

July 14, 2008

the greatest girl/mr. danger

July 14, 2008

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 14, 2008

i'm sorry my love but everytime i come to this site the computer shuts down, but i don't know how to talk to people and you knew that. you are well loved and cherished through this life on earth. i don't know of any friends that i could talk too. there are some out there but i have to mourn the way i mourn, i really don't know how to mourn. i just know i need you down here. but can't have that so would you walk with me through this hell on earth? i can't deal with this baby. you teach them well up their in heaven. i will love, miss, and cherish you forever and ever. your little lost one.

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 14, 2008

my love, there are some things you cherished in life and we know what they are. others do also, but i don't think it seems to matter. i should have the very one thing you treasured but i don't and don't know if i will. i was there through sickness and in health with and without family members

Jenn O'Connor

July 12, 2008

Once there was a way...to get back homeward...Once there was a way...to get back home...Sleep pretty darlin, do not cry...and I will sing a lullabye. Boy...we're gonna carry that weight, carry that weight a long time. I love you Dad.

the fifth "beatle"

July 12, 2008

my sis

July 12, 2008

the big cheese

July 12, 2008

party time

July 12, 2008

play it again, sam

July 12, 2008

Dave Rusnak

July 12, 2008

Sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Rick taught me my first guitar lick ("Last Time") back in 1970. Rick, Jon Koval and my brother Joe played together in a few bands in the last 60s/early 70s.

Love, Your Leettle Seester Coleen

July 12, 2008

Three little...., two little...., one little...Indian...........You were the BIGGEST big brother I ever had!!! Thank you for the best times...always. It was like we always had reserved seats to a concert. Front row even, sometimes!!!
Rick showed interest in music at about 4 years old. We were at Sunday Mass, the organ started playing a song, and Rick pulled on my mom's dress and just blurted out in the middle of silence, "Oh my Papa, to me he was. Huh, mommy?" My mom said that all she could see were shoulders shaking because no one wanted to laugh out loud at Mass. (That was the title to a popular song back in the 50's), I would only guess because I am definitely not old enough to remember!!! That has always been a running joke.. Rick was always the life of the party!!!!!! Holidays in the old days were hilarious. We all would get a really good sense of humor on, and the rips and cuts would fly.....then we all grew up!!!! Well, ...........Not always!!!!

I hope I haven't offended anyone by rambling on. It actually felt good to share that with everyone!
Again, I definitely need to express our thanks to everyone for the kindness and generosity everyone has shown our family. It meant SO MUCH to ALL of us that SO MANY of YOU were there FOR us. I guess it is the tenderness of healing that hurts so darn bad.
I keep saying that God only gives us as much as we can handle. We all have to get through this because we have no other choice but to. They say time heals all, so please dear God, heal this hole that I have in my heart. I am just thankful for the memories I have and will cherish always the time I spent with my brother all through the years. The good and bad times. I thought Rick was real close to being the greatest guitar player around, but that's just my biased opinion! I just happen to like ALL the songs he did!!! "POWDER FINGER" FOREVER!!!!FREEBIRD------HOW 'BOUT 'chU!!!!!!!ROCK and ROLL!!!!!!!!!!THANK YOU, THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!! We are the TRAILERS, and you're not!!!! Testing...Testing....1,...2,..... Let's get a show of hands, all you people who are here tonight, raise your hand. Boy, did I know that one. He could never fool me with that one!!! I knew I was there, and boy did my hand go up!!!!! I think I got the joke!!!! Well thank you Rick, for being you, I'm sure you would not have had it any other way. Thank you Rick, for being a big brother that I could be PROUD of (most of the time,ha-ha!), but no, seriously,...Thank You Rick O'Connor, for being my brother!!! One day, I guess I'll be expecting & expected to attend your big Rock Concert in the sky. Save me a seat, please! Definitely front row, okay?....

Dear Diary,.......Today I buried my brother. It was NOT a good day. Lots of Love Alwaysxo xo xo

the famous "lucille"

July 11, 2008

hello, mr. danger

July 11, 2008

favorite pasttime

July 11, 2008

the boys/west field

July 11, 2008

one hell of a band

July 11, 2008

friends forever

July 11, 2008

my one true love

July 11, 2008

"the trailers" ricko,bobby,dale,scotty & mark

July 11, 2008

ricko & mia the good old days

July 11, 2008

Love, Coleen & Mom

July 11, 2008

We would like to say thank you to everyone from the bottom of our hearts for the love and sympathy extended to our family during our very hard time. Rick's passing has been very hard on everyone who knew and loved him. RICK-O HAD A HEART OF GOLD. We all have suffered a very great loss at this time and hope that Rick will be remembered in our prayers and our thoughts for a long time to come. Our family DEEPLY appreciates all the kindness that was shown. THANK YOU ALL. The 4th of July will always be a special day in our hearts. We love you all

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 10, 2008

ricko, you have touched many in the time spent down here,your voice in this community will be very lost but played and remembered. you are a legend in time. neil young would be proud to know someone like you carried out his great songs. i cannot imagine living without yu. you have many people who love you. i wish i had the same. your one true love

Jenn O'Connor

July 10, 2008

Today has been the saddest, hardest day yet Dad and I think it's just the reality that you are really gone. I hung your picture on my wall, the van is in my driveway, and "Lucille" is resting in her case in my living room. All that is missing is you..this has to be the hardest thing I have ever gone through since Aunt Vicki died. I hope you have found her and you both are watching over us. On July 8 I saw first hand how many people's lives you really touched in your time here. We will all be together again some day. I will try my hardest to carry on your legacy, and I will keep Mia close to me, I know that's what you would have wanted. I love you Dad....and I miss you so much.

Mary Ann Cooke

July 9, 2008

I didn't know him well, but he seemed like a really fun guy and a very loving father and grandfather.
I'm sure he will be missed.

Crow and Susie Harakal

July 9, 2008

Ricko we will miss you forever. This is a great lost to the community of Munhall, you talent, wisdom and humor, we will miss you. hey hey my my rock n roll will never die quoted by Neil Young. We Love you

Crow and Susie Harakal

July 9, 2008

It is such a great loss that you are not here, we will miss you so much, god must needed a great guitar player, we miss you and your jokes and imatations at J n Ls thanks for all the fun. We will always think of you when Neil Young sings. You will always be my friend. We will never forget you. I promise to take care of my little Mia and Jen . God Bless WE LOVE YOU RICKO

Raymond Bennett

July 9, 2008

Rick O I will miss you. you always had a joke that made me laugh, you always watched the same movies and we could talk about each scene, I never saw you in a bad mood. I miss the days when I used to help the many bands you played in set up your equipment. Most of all I will miss your conversation and friendship and love you showed for me and my family. "You are like a hurricane" there will always be a song of yours in my heart.

Susie (MCQUADE) Bennett

July 8, 2008

What do you say about a truely talented man like Rick O?
You made me laugh sooo many times by just being you. You were the most talented musician I ever met.
YOU, RICK O -"WERE LIKE A HURRICANE" AND IF THERE'S A ROCK -N-ROLL HEAVEN -YOU KNOW THEY GOT A HELL OF A BAND"
("SLAP YOURSELF")
I LOVE YOU DEARLY AND WILL THINK OF YOU EACH TIME A HEAR A NEIL YOUNG SONG.
YOUR LOVING FRIEND AND FOLLOWER,

Linda Driscoll

July 8, 2008

My heart goes out to all in the O'Connor family. Special love towards Mrs. Sabo, Colleen, Jenny, I'm just so sorry to hear this news. - Rick was a good friend to all and he truly never knew a stranger in his life. Our deepest sympathy & prayers.

Linda (Lammie) Driscoll, Bill Lammie Sr., and Lance and Kelly

Mark Pastirak

July 7, 2008

Words can never express the gifts you've given me, you showered me with the treasure of wisdom and pride from the time I was 11. Dude I'm so sorry I lost my way for a while. I am so grateful for you! I am truly heartbroken.

MIA oconnor

July 7, 2008

MY LOVE, IT WILL NEVER SINK IN THAT YOU ARE NOT WITH ME, ESPECIALLY ON THIS DAY OF SORROW, MY BIRTHDAY,
TUESDAY JULY 8
LOVE, YOUR LITTLE MIA

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 7, 2008

From the heavens up above and when blue skies are grey, I'm really falling apart, for the 8th is my birthday. your love: mia

mia o'connor (saviano)

July 7, 2008

To my love:
i cannot imagine living down here without you, your warmth your touch, your smile, and especially your loving voice when you sing. To all the local bands out there. You would have been very proud and honored to play with RICKO, my heart is broken, i will miss you!!!