James Francis O'Connell
- Jan 9, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Jan 10, 2024
1939 - 2024
OBITUARY
James Francis O'Connell, 84, of Wappingers Falls, New York, died on January 7, 2024. He was born in Ballymorris, County Clare, Ireland to John and Mary O'Connell. James came to the United States with just a silver dollar in his pocket. He was a bus driver for 50 years, first for New York City Transit and later for The Arlington Central School District. James was a proud teetotaler who never had a drink, despite owning two bars. He loved traveling and going to dinner dances with the Irish American community. James was preceded by his wife Mary O'Connell, and is survived by his children Mary Luongo, Daniel O'Connell, John O'Connell, James T. O'Connell, Brian O'Connell, 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
VISITATION
Friday, January 12
2:00 - 4:00pm & 6:00 - 8:00pm
Delehanty Funeral Home
64 East Main Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Saturday, January 13
10:00 AM
St. Mary R.C. Church
11 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
INTERMENT
St. Mary's Cemetery
19 Clinton Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
Our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friend's of Jim. We are grateful to have had the chance to be in his company. You were sure to have many laughs. He will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts and memories. Rest in peace our friend! Rachael, Chris & Family.
Our deepest condolences to Jim's family. Jim has been a great part of our lives for the last seven years. We have wonderful memories of him and his "jokes" which we will cherish forever.
Love,
Maureen Cremin and family. Xoxo
So very sorry to hear of Jims passing. He was always pleasant and had a smile on his face. Condolences to his family
Jim, as a neighbor you quickly became our friend and entertained us with stories and jokes. We will never forget you and all the times we sat outside planting, weeding, and talking. Our view has now become a memory. We can hear you playing the accordion and tapping your toes as the Angels dance with all our dearly departed. We'll be sure to pull the cord on the bus when we arrive in Heaven and get off at the right stop. Rest peacefully dear man until we see you again.
May he rest in peace