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Conor O'Shea Obituary
ALBANY - Conor O'Shea, 37, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Conor was
born on December 3, 1986, in Albany, the son of Bonnie (Morrison) O'Shea and
Brendan O'Shea. He grew up in Slingerlands and attended Bethlehem Central
schools. He was drawn to athletics, and especially loved ice hockey. He forged
many lasting relationships with teammates and coaches in local youth hockey
organizations. As a goalie, Con stopped many a puck (and alas, saw a few get by
him). He continued to play the game he loved until a series of injuries compelled
him to hang up his skates and enjoy the sport on the big screens only.
Con attended Potsdam State University, and found employment in the field of law
enforcement. He served as a Corrections Officer with the New York State
Department of Corrections and Community Supervision until he was fortunate
enough to be accepted into the Albany Police Department, where he began his
career in 2017, and was appointed Detective in 2020. Con poured a great deal of
time and energy into his job and into the support of his colleagues on the force, to
whom he was devoted, and who in turn, returned that devotion.
Besides his loving parents, Con is survived by his older brother, Patrick (Jolene), of
Ballston Spa, and by many cherished aunts, uncles and cousins. He also leaves
behind his two furry friends, Molson and Finn, who will now spend quality time at
the family home.
Bonnie and Brendan wish to acknowledge the kindness, professionalism and love
shown by Con's APD family, Chief Hawkins, and Mayor Sheehan. The residents of
Albany are fortunate indeed to be protected by such considerate public servants.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 11, 2023 at the Church
of St. Vincent de Paul, 900 Madison Ave., Albany, NY. The family invites all to a
reception in the church hall immediately following the service.
Donations may be made to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Ave., Menands, NY 12204. (mohawkhumane.org)
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Memories and Condolences
for Conor O'Shea
matthew casab
December 19, 2023
Me live in our hearts and rest in peace
Debbie and Gary Jakaitis , Daniel Jakaitis
December 14, 2023
Please accept our condolences . Conor is forever etched in our hearts as the hockey goalie he loved to be and we loved to watch.
Debbie and Gary Jakaitis
Daniel Jakaitis
Jay Widmer, friend of Brendan
December 14, 2023
Brendan and Bonnie,
I don't know how one gets through such a loss. I am thinking of you and wishing you strength and good memories.
Barbara and Bill Oliver
December 14, 2023
Dear Bonnie and Brendan, Barbara and I are stunned and heart broken at Conor´s passing. We send our every prayer and all of our love at your loss with confidence you are in God´s hands and sheltered in His mercy.
Hal Atencio
December 14, 2023
Brendan, I am so sorry for your loss. Around here we say, Lo Siento. Literally it means I share your pain. Whenever our friends hurt, we hurt. I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain and sorrow.
Joyce Thomas
December 14, 2023
Dear Bonnie and Brendan, we are so sorry to hear about your son, Conor. We still remember while at St James Church, you telling us about your son joining the Albany Police. We were so happy for him and your family. We pray now, that you will find peace in the beautiful memories you will always have of your son. May God bless you.
Jack& Joyce Thomas
Phil, Anne, Nate, Theo, Chloe Plummer
December 14, 2023
Bonnie, our deepest condolences go out to you and your family. It´s heart breaking news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Plummer family.
Brenda Ilchuk Unright
December 13, 2023
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Hold fast to each other for support in your grief.
Maura McNulty-Finn
December 13, 2023
I am so, so sorry for your terrible loss. My heart aches for each of you. You are surrounded by people who feel enormous sympathy.
Lorelei Landau
December 13, 2023
Dear Brendan and Family - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Although we never met Conor, it is obvious he was loved by everyone who knew him throughout his life. This loss can never be forgotten but he will remain with all who loved and admired him for the rest of their lives. We are sending prayers and healing wishes to you and your family.
Lorelei Landau, Mark Fleahman, Aren and Leanora
Cynthia Perla Meckler
December 13, 2023
Dear Brendan, I cannot imagine the tremendous pain you and your family must be enduring at this time. Please accept my most sincere condolences for such a profound loss. What a handsome and accomplished guy. You must have been so proud of him. With deep sympathy, Cindy Meckler
Karen Greenberg
December 13, 2023
Dear Brendan, I am so sorry for your loss. May his memory be a blessing.
I am sending healing and loving energy to you, Bonnie and you entire family. with love and heartfelt sympathy, Karen Greenberg
Chris Berry
December 13, 2023
So sorry to hear of your family´s loss.
Joseph Szoke
December 13, 2023
My name is Joseph Szoke I was one of Conner´s coaches. Connor was a funny person to be around and made everyone laugh but when the other team got in his crease he called my son to take care of him. To the O´Shea´s family condolences from the Szoke family
Sal Ferlazzo
December 12, 2023
Bonnie and Brendan, words cannot convey the sorrow that we feel for you and Patrick. We firmly believe that we will all reunite in heaven. That will be special time. Love. Sal and Donna Ferlazzo
PAT BARNES
December 12, 2023
Pat, Brendan and Bonnie, so sorry to hear. God bless.
Barb Duclos
December 12, 2023
Bonnie,Brendan and Patrick ~ My heart goes out to all of you during this incredibly difficult time. It was wonderful to share a moment with you the other day. Sending you so much love and hoping you will find some peace in all of this. Barb Duclos
Heidi Blackwell
December 11, 2023
Bonnie and Brendan - I am so sorry for your loss. I remember meeting Conor at your home. He was so warm and welcoming. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
AR
December 11, 2023
Very sorry for your loss.
Christine Allgeier
December 11, 2023
Bonnie, Brendan, Patrick and Jolene
My thoughts and prayers are with you through this time of grief. May God hold you closely in His loving
arms and walk with you as you pass through the days to come,
Tears are messengers for love too powerful for words.
Peace
Christine Allgeier
Garrett Leigh
December 11, 2023
I´m devastated to learn of Conor´s passing, and for his family. Conor was my teammate and a best friend from middle school through well after college. He was hilarious, a great friend, and just a genuinely good person. When I think of my youth, I always think of the O´Shea´s and the fun times I had with Conor. I´m heartbroken for this family.
Todd
December 11, 2023
Patrick so sorry for your loss of your brother. He is in heaven now and will watch over you.
Colonie PBA
December 11, 2023
To the O'Shea Family,
We send our sincerest condolences to your family during this difficult time.
Respectfully,
Conor's brothers and sisters of the Colonie PBA
Angela and Rick Helton
December 11, 2023
We,his neighbors are deeply saddened by the passing of Connor. He was truly a kind,gentle,caring young man. Our prayers go out to his family. From his Nextdoor neighbor, Rick and Angela Helton
Sammy
December 10, 2023
We couldn´t have asked for better neighbors than you.
I remember when you moved in. And so many of my fond Ridge Road memories include you. Swing set, pond, pets. We love you dearly.
What a beautiful legacy Conor leaves.
"Each man's life touches so many other lives. When he isn't around he leaves an awful hole, doesn't he?"
I offer you this poem that has brought me much comfort over the years.
Gone From My Sight
I am standing upon the seashore. A ship, at my side,
spreads her white sails to the moving breeze and starts
for the blue ocean. She is an object of beauty and strength.
I stand and watch her until, at length, she hangs like a speck
of white cloud just where the sea and sky come to mingle with each other.
Then, someone at my side says, "There, she is gone."
Gone where?
Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just as large in mast,
hull and spar as she was when she left my side.
And, she is just as able to bear her load of living freight to her destined port.
Her diminished size is in me -- not in her.
And, just at the moment when someone says, "There, she is gone,"
there are other eyes watching her coming, and other voices
ready to take up the glad shout, "Here she comes!"
You are in my prayers daily.
Barbara Borick
December 10, 2023
Brendan, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your son. May your love and memories heal your grief. Barbara Monahan Borick
Detective PJ O´Donovan (APD)
December 10, 2023
To the O´Shea Family,
I had the privilege and honor to work in the detective office with Conor for the last few years. Conor was a great detective but even more important he was a great person and co- worker. I can speak for all of us in the detective office, we are devastated by his passing. However, I can assure you his memory and legacy will live on through all of us telling Conor stories and talking about him routinely. Our job can take away a lot of time guys/girls can spend with their families. We deeply appreciate you sharing him with us. May he rest in peace.
Kyle O'Brien
December 9, 2023
Bonnie,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janet Morris(mom of Michael Morris)
December 9, 2023
Brendan, Bonnie and Patrick, we are so very sorry to hear of Conor's passing. We had many, many memories of Conor in his Club Hockey days . Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Janet Morris & Michael Morris
Mary Neitzel
December 9, 2023
Dear Brendan, Bonnie, Patrick, and kin,
I'm heartbroken to learn of Conor's passing. I have such fond memories of him playing (all boy!), singing, listening, laughing, and learning at Serendipity. He was a sweet charmer who brought lots of wonder, intelligence, and enthusiasm to every experience, and I so loved seeing the obvious love of your family that he brought to his group every day.He obviously grew to embody your values of service. May his memory be a blessing as you navigate the journey of mourning. Mary Neitzel
Susan Rothchild/Jeff Lustick
December 9, 2023
Dear Bonnie, Brendan, Patrick and families, We are so sad to hear of Conor´s passing. It seems like yesterday when he and Jake were very best friends at Serendipity. We have sweet memories of a precious little boy who clearly became a remarkable man, admired by so many. We send you our hearts as you hold each other tight. Love from the Rothchild/Lusticks (Susan, Jeff, Adam, and Jake)
Diane & Bud Deschenes
December 9, 2023
Our condolences on the loss of your son. May your memories comfort you in the days ahead.
The Joseph Family
December 8, 2023
Dear Brendan, Bonnie and Patrick,
Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God give you comfort and may Conor rest in peace.
Pat Setford
December 8, 2023
Bonnie and family, I am so very sorry to hear the passing of your wonderful son Conor. I pray he rests in peace. Much love and prayers to the family. Pat Setford
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