Donald J. O’Connor, 58, of Hazlet passed away Friday, April 26th at Bayshore Medical Center. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Donald attained his Bachelor of Business Administration from Pace University and his MBA from St. John’s University. He retired as the Chief Compliance Officer for The Benchmark Company, NY. Donald was a parishioner at St. Benedict …
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Donald J. O’Connor, 58, of Hazlet passed away Friday, April 26th at Bayshore Medical Center.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, Donald attained his Bachelor of Business Administration from Pace University and his MBA from St. John’s University. He retired as the Chief Compliance Officer for The Benchmark Company, NY.
Donald was a parishioner at St. Benedict RC Church, Holmdel and a member of their Knights of Columbus.
Donald played hockey in the men’s league at the Red Bank Armory and coached his son at Woodbridge Hockey League. He enjoyed watching his daughter’s figure skating and horseback riding lessons and at her equestrian shows. Donald was active in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop #92, helping guide his son to become an Eagle Scout. He loved going camping with his son and the troop and he enjoyed vacationing at his favorite beaches in Lavelette and Stone Harbor. Donald was proud of his children and was always their biggest supporter and fan.
Donald enjoyed music, especially live music, and the band Emerson Lake and Palmer. His first date with Cheryle was to a Queen concert. Donald was also an avid runner and competed in the New York Marathon.
Donald’s dry wit, sarcasm and sense of humor will be greatly missed by his wife and children.
Surviving is his wife Cheryle; his children Joseph and Emily; his brothers George O’Connor, Dover, DE, and Michael O’Connor & his wife Maureen, Middletown and his sister Mary O’Connor, Cumming, GA.
Visitation Wednesday, May 1st 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Holmdel Funeral Home, 26 South Holmdel Road, Holmdel. Mass of Christian burial Thursday, May 2nd 10:00 am at St. Benedict RC Church, 165 Bethany Road, Holmdel. In lieu of traditional remembrances, donations would be appreciated in Donald’s memory to the Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation; myotonic.org. For messages of condolence, please visit Donald’s page of tributes at www.holmdelfuneralhome.com.
Jen Kaczmarek
left a message on April 30, 2019:
My first & only uncle. I still can't believe your gone. I will always remember my first concert when you & Cheryle too me to see the Kinks at MSG. You guys also took me to my first Met game. There were a lot of fun times I just wish there could be more. You will be missed. Rock on uncle Don! Love Jen
Lisa and Dan Tess
left a message on April 30, 2019:
It was a pleasure to grow up with you and Cheryle and experience so many things together including youthful antics, marriages and raising children. We were not ready to part with you, but God has called and you must go. Till we all meet again...our deepest sympathy and love to Cheryle, Joe, and Emily, your family and friends.
Love Dan and Lisa, Andrew and Brian
Kee
left a message on April 30, 2019:
To the family,
My sincere sympathies for the loss of your loved one. May the words at Psalm 46:1 and 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 comfort you at this very difficult time.
Lillian McIsaac
left a message on April 29, 2019:
So sorry for you loss, Cheryl, our thought & prayers are with you & your family.
May the Holy Spirit lift the heaviness up off of your heart so you will find some peace.
Ed Fasone
left a message on April 28, 2019:
Please accept my deepest sympathies.I am so sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy.May he Rest in Peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lauren McIsaac
left a message on April 28, 2019:
May Donald Rest In Peace. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all.
Dorothy Meltzer
left a message on April 28, 2019:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We remember many good times and laughs with you all.
Emily Giammarino
left a message on April 28, 2019:
I’m so sorry for your loss. May he rest in the sweetest peace ❤️
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Jen Kaczmarek
left a message on April 30, 2019:
My first & only uncle. I still can't believe your gone. I will always remember my first concert when you & Cheryle too me to see the Kinks at MSG. You guys also took me to my first Met game. There were a lot of fun times I just wish there could be more. You will be missed. Rock on uncle Don! Love Jen
Lisa and Dan Tess
left a message on April 30, 2019:
It was a pleasure to grow up with you and Cheryle and experience so many things together including youthful antics, marriages and raising children. We were not ready to part with you, but God has called and you must go. Till we all meet again...our deepest sympathy and love to Cheryle, Joe, and Emily, your family and friends.
Love Dan and Lisa, Andrew and Brian
Kee
left a message on April 30, 2019:
To the family,
My sincere sympathies for the loss of your loved one. May the words at Psalm 46:1 and 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 comfort you at this very difficult time.
Lillian McIsaac
left a message on April 29, 2019:
So sorry for you loss, Cheryl, our thought & prayers are with you & your family.
May the Holy Spirit lift the heaviness up off of your heart so you will find some peace.
Ed Fasone
left a message on April 28, 2019:
Please accept my deepest sympathies.I am so sorry for your loss. Don was a great guy.May he Rest in Peace.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Lauren McIsaac
left a message on April 28, 2019:
May Donald Rest In Peace. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all.
Dorothy Meltzer
left a message on April 28, 2019:
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We remember many good times and laughs with you all.
Emily Giammarino
left a message on April 28, 2019:
I’m so sorry for your loss. May he rest in the sweetest peace ❤️
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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