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O'CONNOR, Mark E. 45, of Springfield, died unexpectedly Friday, April 7, 2006 in Springfield. He was born in Lima, OH January 31, 1961 the son of William J. (Patricia) O'Connor of Zanesfield, OH and Marguerite (Bueter) Ulliman of Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Mark was employed as a physician assistant showing immense love and compassion to all the patients he served and to many other friends in need. He was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church where he served as a Lay Distributor at church and to shut-ins, and was a member of the Third Order of the Secular Franciscans. Mark was a 1979 graduate of Catholic Central High School, a graduate of the University of Dayton and the Kettering College of Medical Arts. He enjoyed music, having played classical piano, and also enjoyed gourmet cooking. Survivors in addition to his parents include his wife, Candyce (Yochem), daughters, Kathleen and Maura at home; a brother, Terence (Sandi) O'Connor, Springfield and a ½ brother, Michael Ulliman, San Francisco, CA; 5 nieces and a nephew and his mother in law, Pat Yochem, Medway, Ohio. Two brothers, Brian and Timothy, preceded him in death. Friends may call in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday with secular Franciscan Service at 6:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday in St. Teresa Church. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Mercy/Community Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark O'Connor
Katie Alu
April 24, 2006
Dear O'Connor Family,
My heart is breaking for you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers. I went to UD with Mark and have many fond memories of him, he was always so sweet and quick to smile... a welcome face on a bad day or any day for that matter! Mr. O'Connor I met you several times our my years at UD, we would all pile in Marks car and head to your house, many times arriving hungry and leaving full! Mark was dear friend during those years, and although we lost touch over the years he always had special place in my heart.
Candyce and kids... I never had the opportunity to meet you, but please know I have been and will continue to pray for you and for Mark.
All My Love,
Katie (Barrett) Alu
Martina Rosen
April 23, 2006
Dear O'Connor Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies and prayers for God's blessings for your family.
I attended the Univ of Dayton with Mark. We had an incredible time at UD and Mark was a great friend.
Three years ago I was assigned to Springfield as my territory as a pharmaceutical sales rep. I was always thinking about Mark and wondered if he still lived in Springfield. Low and behold the next day I walked out of Harding Rd. pharmacy and there he was. We sat and talked for quite some time and it was just like old times. His daughter was with him and he proudly introduced me. He shared with me his recovery from his accident. I was awed by his incredible faith and perseverence. He let me know he was studying to regain his PA certification and looking forward to returning to work. It was great to see him at the Roberto's office & I am grateful that we reconnected after so many years since college.
I will miss Mark -- he touched my life and he was a dear friend.
God Bless You all.
Heidi Donnellan (Gregory)
April 20, 2006
Dear Bill, Terry, and family:
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget Mark's sweet smile.
Heidi Donnellan (Gregory)
Julie Kreber-Mullenix
April 20, 2006
To the O'Connor Family:
I am an old friend of Mark's from University of Dayton. Mark was one of my closest friends there at school. We even studied abroad in Europe together in the Spring/Summer of 1982 with UD.
I cannot tell you how many times over the years that I have run into someone from Springfield. All I had to do is ask if they knew the O'Connor Family-most of the time, if they didn't know one of you personally, they had surely heard the family name.
When I heard the news of Mark's passing, a flood of great memories came back to me of our college days. I am so saddened.
And Mr. O'Connor I met you many years ago a few times with Mark in Springfield and at UD.
We all know how Mark loved to talk. We had this in common. He shared many great memories and thoughts of all of his family. He always had a story about his Dad and his brothers, that would go right along with whatever we were talking about at the time.
He was so proud of his Father and how what a great job he did at raising his boys.
Candyce, I know that I have met you before. If my memory serves me, it was in Columbus on a few occasions...
Candyce, I do remember when Mark met you and was dating and falling in love with you. We had long phone conversations and he told me about you. I am glad that I had the pleasure to meet you.
He loved you all so much. Family was so important to him. We both came from large Catholic families and this is one thing that we had in common...
I have not seen Mark since the late 80's or so or since our single days. I am so happy to hear that Mark and Candyce are blessed with two lovely daughters. I am so glad that he was given the gift of having his own family, as I have a wonderful husband and three children (one daughter and two boys) myself. I am sure that this brought him great joy over the years.
There is a whole group of old friends from UD that even though we all may have gone our separate ways, still have very fond memories of our UD days and hold Mark dear in our hearts.
When I think of Mark, I will remember and know that he was a dear friend when our paths met during the 80's.
I am saddened to hear of Mark's passing. One thing that Mark and I did talk about a lot was our strong faith in God. He was a very conscientious and caring person.
My prayers are with Mark and his family-each and every one of you.
I pray for his soul and know that God accepts him into his heavently kingdom. Mark is looking down on all of us all right now and swelling with pride at all of the love that he is feeling from his friends and family.
I pray for all of Mark's family, especially for his parents, brothers, wife and daughters.
I am so thankful that I am able to express my thoughts about Mark's passing to his family and friends.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Fondly,
Julie Kreber-Mullenix
Dublin, Ohio 43017
Lauren Perkins
April 19, 2006
Dear Maura,
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my family's thoughts and prayers. I hope you feel better soon and can not wait until you come back to school. Love, Lauren Perkins and family
Nancy Crabtree Sturgeon
April 18, 2006
to Mark's family,
Please accept my sympathy for your loss. His going is an extra heavy burden for your family. I remember Mark from when I taught at St. Teresa's.
Kim Wissinger (Medley)
April 18, 2006
I haven't been in touch with Mark for several years, but have thought of him & his family often over the years. I didn't have the opportunity to meet his wife or children. Mark was always a special person and a great friend. He was a delight to go to school with all my childhood years at St. Theresa and Catholic Central. I will always have fond memories of how he made me laugh and what a great guy he was! I know in my heart he had proven to be an excellent man of itegrity to his family and community. I will keep his WHOLE family in my prayers!
Cindy Clay
April 13, 2006
Mark had a very positive impact on me and my family. His strength of faith and dedication to our mutual love of working in the medical field was such a God given gift. He eased the pain in the lives of others and may you now know that we are here to support you during this difficult time. I am sorry I could not get to the funeral. I am glad that Michelle and Scott could be there to represent our family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Hill (Sexton)
April 12, 2006
Dear Terry and the O'Connor family,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. May God bless you and your family and keep you close in his care. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing your loved ones are together and are embracing you to help you get through this time.
Take care,
Elizabeth (Hall) Verzi
April 12, 2006
My prayers are with you. Mark and I were friends at St. Teresa. Fond memories I cherish. God bless you. Elizabeth Verzi
Tom and Susie Snyder
April 11, 2006
Dear Bill:
Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Mark. I know this has been a very diffficult year for your family. Know we love you and will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Love, Tom and Susie Gerdeman Snyder
Bootsie Swinney (Scott's mother)
April 11, 2006
Bill,
I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
You have had alot to deal with this
year.
Please know that you and your family
are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie, Paul and Laura Buchanan
April 11, 2006
Dear Candyce, Kathleen and Maura, We will remember your dad as the wonderful father he was. He was always such fun; taking Laura with you to Kings Island, watching scary movies, going skating and bike riding. Laura particularly remembers what a good cook he was. We still use his Italian chicken recipe. She always looked forward to doing things with your family. Mark was a kind and gentle man with incredible faith and that is how we will remember him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Fondly,
Beth Smith
April 11, 2006
Dear Candi,
We are so sorry and sadden to hear about Mark. Though we have not seen you for a long while you always remain in our thoughts and close in our hearts. Our love to you and your beautiful girls Kathleen and Maura. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Sanford and Beth Smith and family
Norma Reineke
April 10, 2006
Dear Candi,
I was so sorry to hear of Mark's death. You two make such a wonderful couple and have two beautiful daughters. I will keep all of you in our prayers.
I remember the many good times we enjoyed while working together.
Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Sincerely, Norma & Bob Reineke
Vicki Scott
April 10, 2006
Dear Candy and girls, We are so sorry to hear the news about Mark. Time seemed to stand still as friend after friend let the next person know that you are hurting. Know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. Your friends from Tipp Schools
Candy Teague
April 10, 2006
Candi, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. This is such a shock. I'll keep you and the family in my prayers.
Mary Ann Snyder
April 10, 2006
There are no words to express my condolonces to all of you, espicially Candyce, Kathleen and Maura. Mark was one of the kindest and most sincere people I have ever known. We made our First Communion in Apirl 1969 at St. Theresa's and when we were confirmed in 1972, we laughed because we both chose St. Patrick as our Patron Saint. Although I had not seen Mark for many years, I always remembered his sincere and caring way. The O'Connor brothers are holding one another close as they are all enfolded in Jesus's arms, in a group hug, at peace. My most sincere prayers are with you.
Mary Ann (Koehler) Snyder
Kathleen Murray
April 10, 2006
Dear Bill,
When words are too hard to imagine, let alone hear, God is not easily understood. But I pray that you will feel His comfort and compassion without question. Please know that I am praying for you, and your family.
Sincerely,
Scott, Michelle (Griffith) and Drew Swinney
April 10, 2006
Our hearts go out to your entire family during this difficult time. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori and Larry Saunders
April 10, 2006
Candyce,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Delyte Morris
April 10, 2006
My prayers are with you, Candyce, and your daughters. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dee Morris
Cedarville, Ohio
Staci Yochem
April 10, 2006
To one of the greatest uncles anyone could have ever had . I love you and miss you. I will always remember the good times our family shared.
Tim Scanlon
April 9, 2006
Candyce and family,
Our hearts are aching for you today. You are in our prayers.
Love,Tim and Aida Scanlon
John (Rog) Meier
April 9, 2006
I am deeply saddened to learn of Mark's sudden passing. As a fellow UD classmate and former housemate, I'll always remember Mark's easy smile and great sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers go out to the O'Connor family during this difficult time.
Kevin Dietzen
April 9, 2006
Mark, was a warm wonderful human being. Full of life and cheer.
We cherish our time with at Lake Wawasee and in Ohio.
Dietzen family
Nancy & Bill Fogarty
April 9, 2006
Dear O'Connor Family, Nancy and my thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so saddened by the news of Marks death. My memory of Mark will always be what a true gentleman he was.
Brian Seiter
April 9, 2006
I am so sorry to hear about this.. Please accept my condolences and best wishes for the family.
Brian Seiter
LISA FRIED
April 9, 2006
CANDI,
LONG TIME NO SEE! I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AS WELL AS YOUR BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS WHOM I HAD THE PLEASURE TO MEET A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO! I THINK I ONLY MET MARK ONCE BUT IT WAS CLEAR THAT YOU BOTH WERE VERY HAPPY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR GIRLS DURING THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME. PLEASE KNOW, FOR WHATEVER IT IS WORTH THAT I PRAY FOR YOU TO HAVE THE STRENGTH TO MAINTAIN AND GET THROUGH THIS AS BEST YOU CAN! IT WILL NEVER BE EASY, BUT I PRAY YOU CAN FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT WE ALL CARE VERY MUCH ABOUT YOUR WELL BEING AS WELL AS YOUR DAUGHTERS. MY HEART AGAIN GOES OUT TO YOUR DAUGHTERS LOSS. BLESS THEIR HEARTS! I JUST DON'T KNOW WHAT ELSE TO SAY EXCEPT THAT WE LOVE YOU AND WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOUR WELL BEING! LOVE YOU!
Robin Rohrer
April 9, 2006
Candyce,
So sorry to hear the sad news about Mark. Take comfort in knowing that he touched many lives with his kind, reassuring smile. You and the girls will be in our prayers in the days to come.
Jerry and Robin Rohrer
Jack Bigham
April 9, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julie Webb
April 9, 2006
My heart goes out to the entire O'Connor family...especially Terry, you are in my prayers!
Frank and Linda Fuschino
April 9, 2006
Words cannot express how very sorry we are to hear about Mark's death. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Love and prayers, Frank and Linda Fuschino
Bonnie Schutte
April 9, 2006
Dear O'Connor Family - we are so saddened by this news. The past months have been very difficult for your family. We express our dearest sympathy, and we will continue to pray for your family.
God Bless & Keep You.
Sincerely,
Dan, Bonnie and Rachel Schutte
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