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Thomas L. ‘Tom’ O’Connor

Thomas L. ‘Tom’ O’Connor

Thomas L. “Tom” O’Connor, 56, of Hughesville, died Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, at home.  Born Sept. 18, 1960, in Muncy, he is the son of Leota (VanHorn) O’Connor of Hughesville, and the late James O’Connor. Tom and his wife, Cindy (Hering) Stroble recently celebrated their 18th wedding anniversary on Aug. 15, 2016.

Prior to his illness, Tom was employed as a Stone Mason. He was a member of Keystone League, Highland Lake Manor, and the Democratic Club. In his spare time he enjoyed watching westerns and the History Channel. He enjoyed his fishing trips to Fair Haven, N.Y., with his many friends. He loved English Setters, and will be looking over the Rainbow Bridge to be reunited with his beloved “Riley.” His greatest joy was his grandchildren, and being a caretaker on the mountain for many years at the Welteroth Estate.

Surviving in addition to his mother and wife are a daughter, Nicole O’Connor, of Hughesville; a son, James O’Connor, of State College; a stepson, Albert (Erin) Stroble, of Collegeville; three sisters, Jane Daye, of Hughesville, Julia (Jim) Foster, of Hughesville, Jen O’Connor, of Hughesville; a brother, Bill (Candy) O’Connor, of Hughesville; four grandchildren, Morgan O’Connor, Paislee O’Connor, Anna Stroble and Claire Stroble; his dog, Noah and his cat, Fluff.

In addition to his father James, he was preceded in death by his brother, Charlie O’Connor, and two brother-in-laws, Mike Daye and Mick Haynes.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the members of Susquehanna Hospice and Dr. Nesbitt. Their dedication and effort to provide quality care over the last few weeks were a heartwarming blessing to the entire family. We thank God for the gift of his life and the blessing of the time we spent with him.

Funeral services will be held noon Saturday, Oct. 29 at McCarty-Thomas Funeral Home, 557 E. Water St., Hughesville, with Chaplain David Fishel officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Friends may call on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the funeral home.

The family will provide the flowers and suggest memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s name to K’s for Cancer, P.O. Box 103, Montoursville, PA  17754, to continue their effort to support families dealing with cancer.

Expression of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.mccartythomas.com.