James T. O'Connor Jr

James T. O'Connor Jr obituary, Philadelphia, PA

James T. O'Connor Jr

James O'Connor Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rogers Funeral Home, Inc. - Philadelphia on Oct. 29, 2024.

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James T. O'Connor, Jr., affectionately known as "Moose" passed away at his home on October 28, 2024 at the age of 71. He loved to watch TV, especially wrestling, South Park, The Family Guy, The Simpsons, and any other cartoon. He enjoyed a cold beer, a smoke, and listening to his favorite Meatloaf songs. He was just a fun loving guy, who loved time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchild, who all lovingly called him "Gramps".
James is predeceased by his parents, James and Anna Marie (nee Rimdeika) O'Connor and his brother, Joseph O'Connor. He is survived by his beloved wife, Theresa (nee Dougherty) and his devoted children: James III (Linda), Jessica Frei (John), and the late Joseph. He also was the cherish "Gramps" to James IV, Joshua, Jason, Julianne, Janie, Jianna, Jade, Joseph, and his great grandson, Jaxson. Moose also leaves behind his siblings: Michael O'Connor, Patrick O'Connor (Donna), Anna Marie Boland (John), his brother-in-law, Walter Dougherty (Barbara), as well as his God daughter, Aprilynn McCuen (Bob). James is also survived by his many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services were private.
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Shannon Goetz

November 1, 2024

So sorry for your loss.

Claire Oakes

October 30, 2024

Many memories of Jimmy from his working years on my families moving business. Jimmy had the funniest theory's on whether or not they would be getting a tip for the job and he was % right everytime. . Sending my condolences to Theresa and his kids and grandkids. Also thoughts for his brother Michael who also worked on the trucks with Jimmy. RIP Jimmy and thanks for the many happy memories.

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