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Thomas P. O'Connor

FUNERAL HOME

William F. McDonald, Jr. Funeral Home

403 West Main Street

Girardville, Pennsylvania

Thomas O'Connor Obituary

December 10, 2008

Thomas P. O'Connor, 59, of 2434 Main St., Mahanoy Plane, was taken away from his loving family unexpectedly Wednesday near his home.

Born in Mahanoy Plane, he was a son of Thomas P. "Buckey" O'Connor, Mahanoy Plane, and the late Anna C. O'Connor.

He was a graduate of Immaculate Heart High School, Ashland.

He served in the Air Force Reserves and was a member of St. Joseph Church, Girardville.

He was employed at Schuylkill Medical Center- East Norewgian Street, Pottsville, as the security department supervisor. He was employed by the hospital for 23 years.

He was a member of the AOH, the American Legion Post 909, the International Association of Firefighters, the American Civil Liberties Union and the Democratic National Committee.

He was an avid and loyal fan of Notre Dame.

He is survived, in addition to his father, by his brother, Robert and his wife, Diane O'Connor, Ashland; sisters Maureen Howard, Mahanoy Plane, and Diane and her husband, Maurice McDonald, Mahanoy Plane; a special niece, Maura McDonald; nieces and nephews.

The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday from William F. McDonald Jr. Funeral Home, Girardville. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Joseph Church. Interment will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Frackville. A viewing will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. William F. McDonald Jr. Funeral Home has charge.

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Published by Republican & Herald on Dec. 13, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas O'Connor

77 Entries

The Security Department-- Sch. Medical Center-East

January 20, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Lori Bertsch

January 16, 2009

Special Angel
There's a special Angel in Heaven
That is a part of me
It's not where I wanted him
But where God wanted him to be
He was just here a moment
Like a night time shooting star
And though he is in Heaven
He isn't very far
He touched the hearts of many
Like only a Angel can do
I would have held him every moment
If the end I only knew
So I send this special message
To Heaven up above
Please God take care of my special
Angel (Tommy) and send him
ALL MY LOVE
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU. LOVE, LORI

Judy

January 12, 2009

Dear O'Connor Family,
I 'm sure you already know, but I wanted to tell you how grateful Tom was to you for all you did for him after his operation. He never stopped talking about how good you were to him and wondered what he would have done without you. After he died, he would have been so proud - not because of how beautiful you made all of the memorials and ceremonies for him, but...because of how strong you were and still are...just for him. He loved you all so much. As your hearts are broken, so too, is everyone's who knew, loved, and misses him. He'll always be with us in spirit. May God watch over and protect you...I'm sure Tommy is.

The gang all here in our Easter Outfits

January 11, 2009

Tom and Maura with Mya at Christmas

January 11, 2009

Seeing Heather off to one of her many proms!

January 11, 2009

Boy that cake taste good!

January 11, 2009

Dad and Tom celebrating his Birthday

January 11, 2009

Mom and Tom getting ready for Santa to come

January 11, 2009

Eddie Meade and Tom showing there Easter Baskets

January 11, 2009

Tommy and the Twins Maureen and Bobby!

January 11, 2009

Mom , Dad and Tom back in the day!

January 11, 2009

Beast "Buds"in Ireland

January 11, 2009

Trip to Notre Dame

January 11, 2009

Margaret Ellen Aldahonda

January 8, 2009

For the first time in my life I'm speechless, I'm so sorry to hear about Tommy,and sad that Kathy & I were unable to get to the funeral-your all in my thoughts and prayers.Love "Mugs" (Scherer)

Dad,Maureen ,Diane,Maura ,Heather O'Connor

January 7, 2009

To my Dear Son, Brother and Uncle Tom,
We have lots of wonderful memories of the times we shared on earth together .This will be the greatest gift of all.
Nothing can describe the lonelyness we feel in our hearts . The time thats separates us from when we were together last feels like an eterenity.
One day we will be joined as one.
Until then ,Our Love ,Rest in Peace

Joann Kovalewski

January 7, 2009

Dear O'Connor Family,
Its hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing Tom was a special part of a well-lived life. I cannot take away your pain, but I can listen if you want to talk about it. I will miss
Tommy very much.

Kathleen Lawrence

January 7, 2009

Dear O'Connor's-I was so very sorry to hear about Tommy, he is now up heaven with your mom and our mom. The Scherer's & the O'Connors what more can I say, we were all good friends. Take care & God Bless-Kathy (Scherer) Lawrence

Lori A. Bertsch

January 5, 2009

ONE DAY AT A TIME
We're only human
Help us believe and all
we can be and all that we are
Show us the stairway, we
have to climb.
Lord, for our sake please teach us
to take one day at a time.
One day at a time sweet Jesus
That's all were're asking from you.
Just give us the strength to do
every day what we have to do.
Yesterday's gone, sweet Jesus
and tomorrow may never be mine.
Lord help us today, show us the way.
One Day at a Time.

Lori A. Bertsch

January 5, 2009

Dear Tom,
Every night when I kneel down to Pray I make a long distance call to Heaven your way. I couldn't speak when you came on the line, I'm sorry if I bothered you, but, you were on my mind. I had to talk to you before the night was through and a friendly call I thought you would not mind. I called to say "I LOVE YOU, ONE MORE TIME"
I Miss you

Family,Friends and Food (Great Time)

January 3, 2009

Mauren and Tom in Ireland having a toast !

January 3, 2009

Helen Kerrigan Flannery

January 1, 2009

Dearest Bucky,
You know that I know your sense of loss if you remember Nov. 22, 1941 on the same corner , when we lost our dear little Anna Marie. You were there for her and my Mother when she was little and you were always there for my sister, Patsy and my Mother when Patsy died. You are going to have a special place in heaven. Meanwhile your beloved Tommy is with his Mother and his Grandmother and all those wonderful O'Connor's who are taking care of him.
On second thought, if he is anything like you, he will be taking care of them.
God Please Bless All Of You.

All my respect,
Helen Kerrigan Flannery

Judy Muldowney

January 1, 2009

On New Year’s Eve
I went to work
My office was so bare
No party hat upon my desk
No streamers on my chair

Reality – it hit me
I fell in to a stare
No more decorations from you
No hints that you’d been there

Many times throughout the day
I stopped and thought of you
Just can't believe you're gone, Tom
So again I asked, “God, why?”
I many never know or understand
But I guess I have to try

Later on at midnight
Again I thought of you
I toasted you – our friendship
And blew a kiss or two

This morning brought a new day
With it a brand new year
A time for new beginnings
A time to smile and cheer

Smiling isn’t easy
Knowing that you’re gone
But the memories you left behind
Will push us to move on.

Happy New Year, Tom. I miss you…
Everyone misses you.
I hope you’re cuddled in the arms of angels.

With love from your forever friend,

The pool side will always be our favorite place of hearts!

December 31, 2008

The Loyal Irish Sons & Daughters of Mahanoy Planee

December 31, 2008

Happy Saint Patricks B-day for Dad!

December 31, 2008

Sister Maureen's 50th celebration !

December 31, 2008

Happy 58th Birthday Tom

December 31, 2008

The Best of the Best my Uncle" T"

December 30, 2008

Notre Dame here we come !!!

December 30, 2008

I Love my Uncle Tom !

December 30, 2008

Tom and Maura Christmas 2007

December 29, 2008

Kathleen Cinquino

December 29, 2008

Uncle Tommy and O'Connor Cousins,
How my heart aches for the sudden loss of Tommy! He was the oldest cousin, and as such, I always looked up to him. So sad for all he left behind but surely heaven is an even happier place with his infectious smile and twinkling Irish eyes. God bless and keep you all.

Joe (Flip) and Joan (Whitehorn) Flannery

December 26, 2008

Dear Bucky and Family:

Sorry to hear (via internet) of the news about Tommy. Reading the entries in the guest book brings back a multitude of great memories of the foot and the wonderful people we grew up with. May God ease the pain of the loss of such a loved one.

Judy Muldowney

December 25, 2008

I will be walking one day
Down a street far away
And see a face in the crowd…and smile
Knowing how you made me laugh
Hearing sweet echoes of you from the past
I will remember…
I will remember you -
So, please remember me.

Thinking of you always, but especially today. Merry Christmas, Tom. I hope you are happy in the arms of the angels. I miss you.

Love forever,

Diane McDonald

December 24, 2008

To my Dear Brother Tom,
Tonight is Christmas Eve and our hearts so heavy.We miss you dearly.I pray that you are once again in our mothers arms . A choir of angels sing throught your house just the way you would have it. Forever in my heart ,your sister Diane

Judy M

December 23, 2008

Oh we never know where life will take us
I know it's just a ride on the wheel
And we never know when death will shake us
And we wonder how it will feel

So goodbye my friend
I know I'll never see you again
But the time together through all the years
Will take away these tears
It's okay now
Goodbye my friend

I've seen a lot things that make me crazy
And I guess I held on to you
We could've run away and left well maybe
But it wasn't time and we both knew

So goodbye my friend
I know I'll never see you again
But the love you gave me through all the years
Will take away these tears
I'm okay now
Goodbye my friend

Life's so fragile and love's so pure
We can't hold on but we try
We watch how quickly it disappears
And we never know why

But I'm okay now
Goodbye my friend
You can go now
Goodbye my friend

WILLIE MULDOWNEY

December 20, 2008

TOM, YOU WILL BE MISS BUT NOT FORGOT.

Todd and Lydia McCabe

December 18, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Jean Anne Smith (Flannery)

December 18, 2008

To my old friend Maureen and the whole O'Connor family, my sincere sympathy on your sudden loss. You are in my prayers.
Love, Jean Anne

Bob Mc Nulty

December 17, 2008

O'CONN0R FAMILY:
Sorry for your loss!
Tom was a good friend that made your day a little more pleasant with his joke's & laughter! I'll never forget Tom & all the good time's we had at the Good Sam! Rest in peace,Tom!

Kim and Kris Feger

December 17, 2008

Bobby and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. I personally know what it's like to lose a sibling so if you ever need to talk,let me know. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you face this most difficult time. Lean on those who are there for you. With deepest sympathy.

Lori Bertsch

December 17, 2008

Thanks For The Memories.....
Turn the lights down low,
bow your head, lower the
flag at half mast. In honor
of an amazing man who so many
had the pleasure to know.
Thanks For The Memories, Tom
......and giving us hope, and standing by us.
I Love you and miss you very much.
Love, Lori

Lori A. Bertsch

December 17, 2008

To The O'Connor Family,
I can't begin to imagine the black cloud of loneliness hovering over your heart right now. Tom's death was so sudden, so completely unexpected. I will always remember his laugh and great sense of humor. He was a wonderful supervisor, co-worker, and out standing, close friend. I will miss him very very much. Tom will live in my heart forever, nobody will ever take his place. When the grieving path is too steep to climb it is all right to lean on others. Here, take my hand and my heart.......we'll take this journey together.
We Love You Tommy O. Our forever friend. You have my Love and Prayers. So sorry for your loss.

Janine Simms

December 16, 2008

Dear Uncle Bucky, Maureen, Diane and Maura, there are no words to take away your pain. May comfort of great memories and love carry you all through this terrible time. Tommy & I just had a great laugh together on Monday as he told a fellow co-worker that he & I got married while he was off from work, the fellow co-worker in dismay looked at me and I said "Oh yeah, I met him in a bar last week and fell in love instantly". We laughed so hard. I've been blessed by being part of all your lives. You can be sure of one thing, Jerry's Pub is open and John Feeney saved him a seat!! Take care and god bless all of you. Love, Janine Simms a.k.a Nina Zack

Bob and Andrea Eye & Family

December 16, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

John Gower

December 15, 2008

To all of the O'connor family, I was deeply saddend by the terrible loss of a great guy and part of my foot family. I hope you all can find comfort in the days ahead, Tommy was a good ole lad he could make ya laugh that was for certain. God bless you my friend I will miss you

Mary Flannery Killingsworth

December 15, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the O'Connor family. May God Bless You.

Richard Harding

December 15, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Bridget Joyce

December 15, 2008

Diane, Maureen and family,

When my mom told me the news, I was heartbroken. I always wonder why bad things happen to good people. You all are truly some of the most genuine, kind people I have ever come across. I am privileged to call you family friends. Your brother is in a better place, where there is no pain, and if you can imagine, every day is probably as happy for him as a fall Saturday in South Bend, with perfect weather and great seats, watching Notre Dame beat USC, Penn State, etc. etc. Maybe he'll chat up the big guy, as all good Irishmen can do, and get us a winning season next year. :)

He will always be with you, and so are my prayers.

Love Always,

Jule Ann Joyce

December 15, 2008

May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face. May the rains fall softly upon your fields. And until we meet again. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Gaelic Blessings to all of Tom's family.
We are thinking and praying for all of you during this very difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Joe, Jule Ann, Meghan, Erin & Molly

Betty Frederick

December 15, 2008

Dear Maureen and Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on on the loss of a really fine man. Tom was a good friend and will always be remembered in my heart.

Tom at work - smiling away!

December 15, 2008

Scott Bitting

December 15, 2008

Tommy sure did have an infectious laugh, one that will be sorely missed by all. I recall very fondly the years that I had the pleasure of working with you at Good Sam. Tommy was a great security staff member and good friend. We have kept in touch over the years. Who would know that when we talked a few weeks ago that you would be gone so soon. My condolances to family and friends. You are sadlly missed by all. With sympathy from Scott and Cathy Bitting.

Rose Ann Petrusky

December 15, 2008

Dear Maureen,Diane.Maurice,Maura and Heather- Deepest sympathy in the tragic loss of your brother and uncle.Tommy always made you laugh or smile when talking to him.My fondest memory was sitting there with him waiting for the ND game to start when we were all at ND - He was so happy to be sitting there waiting for the game to start. The Halls at Good Sam will be silent not hearing his voice and laughter . Will keep you all in my prayers . We were all blessed to have know him . Love - Rose Ann

Diane McDonald

December 14, 2008

My Dear Brother Tom,
I miss you terrible, I will never forget our trip to Ireland and to ND, the best game ever when they beat PS.I'll will cherish you in my heart forever,you left us to soon, and incase I didn't tell you lately I LOVE YOU. I know you will miss my good cooking (Ha). May god watch over you. Love Diane

Peggy Chillis

December 14, 2008

Dear Diane,
Extending heartfelt sympathy to both you and your family.

Peggy (Connor) Chillis

Kevin Joyce

December 14, 2008

Tommy was a great Irishman who always had a smile and a kind word.We enjoyed his company.God Bless you Tommy and family.
Boots and Colleen(Smith)Joyce andFamily

Susan Carduff Johnson

December 14, 2008

Dear Buckey, Bobby, Maureen, Diane and families,

The Carduff's extend their deepest sympathy on the tragic death of your dear Tommy.

I was lucky enough to date him a few times a long, long time ago when we were so young. He was a great guy. The song could have been written for him because when his Irish eyes were smiling they did steal your heart away.

The O'Connor Family did so much to make Mahanoy Plane the wonderful place it was for those of us fortunate enough to grow up there.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your happiest memories of Tommy help ease your sorrow.

MARY JO HALYE

December 14, 2008

I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR TRAGIC LOSS.TOMMY WENT TO HEAVEN BEING LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE.MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN THE MEMORIES OF HIM.PLEASE GIVE YOUR DAD A HUG FROM ME. LOVE, MARY JO

Dan & Diane Bredbenner & family

December 14, 2008

Tom , we will sadly miss your fun and laughter. You will always have a place in our hearts and memories along with all our special friends and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Debbie Gogno

December 14, 2008

Dearest Tom,

Your robust laugh,
that "Security" Hat,

A Notre Dame Fan
Our Magnet man....

Broken hearts that need to mend
but to Tom our friend
we will see you again!

Love ya,
Debbie

Kim McCormick (Walsh)

December 13, 2008

Tommy O, We will never forget your wonderful laugh. You will always be in our hearts.

Our hearts go out to Maureen, Diane, Buckey, Maurice, Maura, Heather and Bobby. You will be in our prayers.

We know your are up there, and where you are, Notre Dame always wins, the Wolfe Tones are always playing, and every day is like the Irish Festivial at Lakewood. We will see you again, someday, Tommy O.

John O'Connell

December 13, 2008

To the O'Connor family. My sincerest condolences to all. He was a great classmate at Immaculate heart "67"
We shared great times there and as time went on we lost contact with everyone. I will keep his Irish tradition and Notre Dame legacy alive.
Sincerely John O'Connell Catasauqua Pa. (Girardville)

Jim Hollenbush

December 13, 2008

To the O'Conner family,
God Bless you all at this very difficult time.Tommy was a great guy a dear friend and co-worker.I worked with Tommy for many years at the Good Sam and we shared alot of laughs.Our friendship continued long after I left the Good Sam.My wife and family was shocked over the senseless loss of Tommy but we need to realize that none of us know when our time has come.He lived life to the fullest and was a caring son,brother and friend and will be missed by all of us who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Cheryl Hay

December 13, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Jim&Susie Collins

December 13, 2008

Tom was a great boss and a greater friend and fellow Irishman.
I will sadly miss Tom's jokes and laughter and our talks of his "Notre Dame" and my team "Penn State".
Our thoughts are with Tom's family at this most difficult time.May you find comfort and cherish the memories of Tom.
Rest in peace my dear Irish friend.

Judy Muldowney

December 13, 2008

To my dear friend Tom…

Little did we know yesterday
There would be no tomorrow.
Our last laugh - was our last gift
Now today is filled with sorrow.

If I’d only had an inkling
Of the course fate planned that day
I’d have fought it and defied it,
And you’d still be here today.

You left - I’m devastated
I’m in shock and disbelief
Confused and so bewildered
And overcome with grief.

But, oh what joy you brought me
From the very day we met
Your contagious smile and laughter
By no means will I forget.

Oh how I’ll miss your presence
Your echo through the hall
Your kindness and your caring
Oh how I’ll miss it all.

Oh how I’ll miss your antics
The chuckle, grin - the ‘eye’
Your friendship was so precious
I’ll say ‘thank you’ – not ‘good-bye’.

I know we’ll meet again one day
You’ll turn, and there I’ll be …
So, my dear friend, save me a seat
Til then - rest peacefully.

I will forever love and miss you,

Carol (Kitsock) Siemons

December 13, 2008

Time passes and we loose contact with old friends. Tommy will be remembered for his kind, gentle manner and his smile. May the Lord guide the family members on the journey of grief.

maureen howard

December 13, 2008

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.

Leroy Landers

December 13, 2008

Tommy, you always had a smile on your face, we had good times working at Good Sam, Notre Dame forever, Go Irish, Erin Go Braugh.
God bless you and your family, your Irish buddy from Minersville.

Patrick Gibbons

December 13, 2008

Tom,
I will miss your wit, laughter, lunch together, talking about Notre Dame, our Ireland trips and AOH. GO IRISH.

Adrienne O'Brien

December 13, 2008

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I was shocked and saddened to read the tragic news. Tommy was my good buddy and he will be missed by many. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.

Kathleen & Michael Meskunas

December 13, 2008

O'Connor family,
Our hearts are saddened of the passing of Tommy. He was a wonderful and funny guy. He was always laughing and telling jokes. As a nurse, I got to briefly work with him for about 5 years. My husband Michael, worked with Tommy for over 10 years and they were always e-mailing back and forth just about everyday. Your family is in our thought and prayers.

Pam Kuropatsky-Snyder

December 13, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss.

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