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JEROME T. O'CONNELL M.D.
Jerome T. O'Connell, M.D., 88, of Washington, D.C. and Rehoboth Beach, DE, passed away peacefully Monday, July 25, 2022, at home after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Pamela Matthews O'Connell for 55 years.
Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Beulah Catherine Christy and William Benedict O'Connell, Sr. In addition to his wife Pam, he is survived by his sister Catherine Leveroni McInnis of Cotuit, MA, his beloved six children: Mary Melissa Myers (Mick) of New Market, MD, Jerome Thomas O'Connell, Jr. (Joann) of Washington, D.C., William Matthews O'Connell (Ellen) of Annapolis, MD, Christy O'Connell Leary (Mark) of Wilton, CT, Monica Ann Williams (Tom) also of Wilton, CT, and Mary Kathryn Bruno (Mike), of Washington, D.C. as well as, fifteen cherished grandchildren: Chase, Liam, Drew, John, Barrett, Katie, Grace, Lilly, Jerry, Maryanne, Henry, Monica, Maggie, Auden, and Calder. He was predeceased by his two sisters Mary Ellen Keating of Carlisle, PA and Ann Frye of Dallas, TX, and his brother William Benedict O'Connell, Jr. of Arlington, VA.
He attended Holy Trinity School, Gonzaga College High School, Georgetown University and Georgetown University Medical School. A board-certified Pathologist, he was a proud member of the American Medical Association and served on the board of the Montgomery County Medical Association. He operated his own medical laboratory for many years and oversaw the medical laboratory of the U.S. Department of State for decades. In addition, he served on the medical staff of Doctors Hospital, Tripler Army Medical Center, and Columbia Hospital for Women.
He was proud of having served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps for two years and was an active member of the Army-Navy Club of Washington, D.C. for more than 50 years.
His hobbies included American history, genealogy, real estate, writing, Saint Bernard dogs, listening to opera, and touch football in the back yard. He authored seven novels.
The family is very grateful for his loving caregivers especially Bing Mayuga and Joseph Fernandez.
There will be a viewing at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 5, 2022, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, in Washington, D.C. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Internment at Arlington National Cemetery will be at a later date.
Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be sent to Holy Trinity School, 1325 36th Street NW, Washington, DC 20007.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerome O'Connell
Carol Campbell
July 25, 2025
Thinking of you all today and remembering the great times we had together in DC and Maryland. love, Carol and Fiona
The Giachetti's
August 2, 2023
Praying each day that your precious memories bring smiles, joy, and laughter instead of sorrow and tears. Love to you all.
Michael, Dollie & Mike Giachetti
Carol Campbell
July 25, 2023
I am thinking of Jerry today. He was a classmate of my late husband, Paul, and they remained friends for life. It was wonderful for me to get to know Jerry and his beautiful family. We had many great times together. Paul and Jerry were often on opposite sides of a discussion and it made for some stimulating and entertaining conversations.
He is remembered fondly as someone who made a positive impact on my own life, and all who were fortunate enough to come in contact with him.
Love,
Carol J (Collins) Campbell
Bob Jordan
October 11, 2022
He never let on that he was a really smart guy, just one of the boys. Wonderful and nice person!!
God Bless the family
Carol (Collins) Campbell
August 8, 2022
Dear, dear Pam and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jerry´s passing. I have always been so fond of all of you and grateful for having known you.
Please accept my condolences and prayers.
Love from me and Fiona,
Carol
Lucette MARMANDE MONCOUCY
August 3, 2022
Chère Pam et toute la famille,
Tellement désolée pour le départ de Jerry. Tellement de beaux souvenirs me reviennent en mémoire. Notre première rencontre avec Billy et Carol en France dans les Landes,puis les retrouvailles de la famille MARMANDE à Houma et votre escale à Hendaye lors de votre croisière. Quelle belle journée nous avions passée avec Marie-France, Pierrot et Sylvie MARMANDE-SUHAS.
Je n'oublierai jamais le magnifique sourire de Jerry,sa grande gentillesse et son humour, votre présence douce et attentionnée Pam.
Votre belle et grande famille est votre fierté, votre plus belle réussite et une précieuse richesse.
Je forme le voeu que tout ce que vous avez vécu et partagé avec Jerry vous aide à continuer le chemin sans lui.
Toutes mes prières vous accompagnent.
Avec toute mon amitié et mon affection.
Lucette MARMANDE MONCOUCY
Marie-France Marmande, Pierre Suhas and Sylvie
August 2, 2022
We' ll never forget your first visit in France, with your friend Billy and yours wifes so Nice. Thank you for this precious time . Thank you for your so kind welcome when I visit you. We pray for you. Best thoughts and support to you Mrs Pam and all your family from France. Sylvie
Dolores Milmoe
July 31, 2022
Dear Pam and family,
Our deepest sympathy. I well remember you and your family from Holy Trinity School and time spent working on the school gala.
Though it´s been many years, please know we are thinking if you at this time of loss. Prayers and blessings to you all.
Dolores and Greg Milmoe
Windi D.
July 31, 2022
I want to express my condolences to the Family and Friends of Mr. Jerome T. O'Connell. May The Hearer of Prayer be with you in your hour of need. While it is so hard to deal with the loss of a loved one, you can take comfort in knowing God is always there for you.
The Giachetti Family
July 31, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Our love and prayers are with you that God will bring smiles instead of tears with your memories!
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