Thomas J. O’Connor, local legend and the 12th of 13 children born to Jerome and Frances O’Connor, passed away on Thursday, February 4th.
Born and bred Mission Hills, Tom attended Grant School & St. Vincent’s prior to Uni High, where the ‘Bossman’ was a varsity quarterback for the Dons.
Tom had an illustrious 30-year career on the waterfront. His company, AMMEX Tank International, continues to serve the Navy today.
Tom married Therese Finete; together they had their only child, Taryn, and remained best friends until his parting day. He is survived by Taryn, his dog Ghost, and seven siblings.
Funeral Mass will be held at St. Vincent de Paul on February 15th at 10am with a rosary at 9:30am.