Frank J. Connors Obituary in Peabody at Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home

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Frank J. Connors

August 21, 1929 - January 16, 2024

Obituary For Frank J. Connors

Peabody – Frank J. Connors 94, beloved husband of the late Ruth (MacFarlane) Connors, the love of his life, with whom he shared forty years of marriage before her passing in 1993, died Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at the Rosewood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Peabody.

Born in Lynn, he was the son of the late Patrick and Catherine (Kane) Connors. He was raised in Peabody, graduated from Brewster Academy in New Hampshire and attended St. Michael’s College in Vermont.

An honorably discharged veteran, he served his country as a Gunner’s Mate Second Class on the USS Ravy, during the Korean Conflict as a member of the United States Navy.

Mr. Connors served on the Peabody Fire Department for many years along with his brothers, Gene and Jackie. At the time of his retirement, he held the position of Deputy Fire Chief.

Frank spent many hours gardening during his retirement years and was proud of his beautiful yard. He enjoyed taking trips to visit family and friends especially road trips to Canada, weekends up in Maine and New Hampshire with his family and sailing in the Caribbean with his brother, Gene and friends. He also enjoyed spending the cold winter months in Palm Bay, FL. Frank looked forward to his daily workouts at the gym until the age of 90. He was an avid book reader and always enjoyed the daily Boston Globe. He loved the company of everyone and singing his favorite Irish songs. Most of all, he loved watching his grandkids play sports and always rooting for the Patriots. Frank was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his daughter, Cindy Hanafin and her husband, Pete of Scituate, two sons, Frank Connors and his wife, Carol of Middleton and Michael Connors of Gloucester, twelve grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He was also the father of the late Susan Carlan and Cheryl Doyle, grandfather of the late Kelly Connors and brother of the late Helen Murdoch, Patsy LaPlante, Jim, Gene and Jack Connors.

ARRANGEMENTS: His funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Adelaide’s Church, 708 Lowell St., Peabody, Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. to which relatives and friends are invited to attend. Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Peabody. As requested, there will be no visiting hours. Arrangements by the Conway Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St., Peabody. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.

Services

25 Jan

Funeral Mass

10:00 AM

St. Adelaide's Church 708 Lowell Street Peabody, MA 01960 Get Directions »

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March 14, 2024

Sharon Sparks

I am so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I will miss him very much. Such a sweet and kind gentle man. Sasha loved you too. Sharon
January 24, 2024

Myles and Susan Hanson

Frank was always quick with a smile and a funny quip at the Andover/North Andover Y, everyone loved him and he loved them back! We shared memories from his firefighting career in Peabody. As a kid, every summer, there were always brush fires in the woods behind my house. Frank used to tell me he remembered parking their fire truck in my driveway, which was the closest access to the woods. That made me King for the day! He would howl with laughter when I reminded him of the copper tanks they carried on their backs into the woods. We kids got brooms to beat the fires out. He was always cheerful and fun to be around, and will be surely missed .
January 23, 2024

Marie DiFranco

My sincere sympathy on the loss of your father Frank. I would visit him often at Rosewood and we enjoyed chatting about the fire dept and family. My late husband Joe and Frank worked together for many years and enjoyed a strong camaraderie. He would always ask "How's the Boys?" referring to my two sons who live in Florida and loved talking about his life there. He was such a gentleman and I will miss visiting with him.
January 20, 2024

Tommy Dawson

I am so fortunate to have gotten to meet this man. A true gentleman in every way. My condolences to the family and all that knew and loved him. It was was an honour to have met you and a pleasure to have known you.
January 19, 2024

Dina Connors

My deepest sympathy to Frank's family. It was my pleasure and honor to know the family and everyone on Connors Road. I always enjoyed Frank's conversation and presence. Frank, I will especially remember our last cocktail together a few weeks ago and your singing with Karen and everyone at our table. Rest easy now; Steve Jobs probably gives out new iPhones in heaven before the rest of us can even imagine what they are capable of doing. God bless you. Dina
January 19, 2024

Toni Cassidy

My heartfelt sympathy to your family. Your dad was a wonderful kind man, always had a smile on his face. I enjoyed being a part of your family growing up, so many happy memories shared with all the Connor's Road families, an awesome neighborhood and a great era to grow up in. Generational friendships. May his legacy live on through his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. God Bless, Toni (Kravchuk) Cassidy
January 19, 2024

Mike Kravchuk

My condolences to all Frank's family and many friends. He was one of the many really good families living on Connors Road. His wise advice, his big welcoming smile, his love for his family, and his gentle manner will be missed. May GOD bless him. Mike Kravchuk, Philippines
January 19, 2024

Joanne Felt

Dear Uncle Frank ,You and your lovely voice will be missed.It was a blessing seeing you at my Mom Funeral.Now you are with the ones you loved and missed. RIP ❣️