John (Jack) O'Connell

Sincere sympathy to the O' Connell family on Jack's death..Jack was also an accomplished civil servant and very passionate about his work and finished his career as the Principal Officer in charge of Inland Fisheries Division. He was one of the first people I encountered when I started working in the then Department of Fisheries and Forestry over 40 years ago. He was thoughful and kind in looking out for new inexperienced recuits like myself and staff were very fond and loyal to him. After he retired, I used to meet him regularly when he played the piano in a Chinese restaurant in Stillorgan. He would always take time out to talk, ask about people from the good old days and then he would ask what I would like to hear him play. May he rest in peace.

Sincere, condolences to the entire O'Connell family, Joanie, Danny, Brendan, Katie, Jamie, nieces, nephews and to all of the extended family and friends that loved Jack. I have fond memories of Jack as I would appear regularly at the front door of 39 Woodbine, looking for Joanie. Jack would open the front door really wide, with a smirk on his face, as if he might not let you entre the premises. Then he would shout up to Joanie to come downstairs. I spent many hours with Joanie, listening to music, drinking Tea and eating biscuit's, at the house. Jack would supply us with large bars of Cadburys on a regular basis. Jack and my brother Ken shared a love of the piano and swapped back and forth many many sheets of music together. Jack and Marion took many international holidays with my parents Rosemarie and Denis. Sending love from all the Donohue family at number 27 Woodbine. Cliona Donohue, RIP Jack.

My condolences to the family on the passing of Jack. I have many fond memories of him on our hill walks together in the Brothers of the Lug. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Danny, Anne, Jamie, Katie and the wider O’Connell family

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Jack. I remember listening to him play the piano in The Westbury at Christmas time growing up.

May he rest in peace

Laura x

Sorry to hear that Jack passed away.fond memories of my youth and Jack had a great back garden with lots of tasty apples and pears.You could set the clock by his appearance at six in the evening on his bike,on his way to play the piano in town.Memories of serious piano practice going on for hours,while I was waiting for Brendan to hurry up and finish so we could get back to playing soccer on woodbine avenue.

With deepest sympathy to Danny and the O’Connell family on the death of your dad , Jack May he Rest In Peace

Danny and family with deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved Dad.

Dear O’Connell family,
I was sorry to read your death notice with regard to your dear father, Jack. My memory of him is in Marion’s time some years ago. He was a very pleasant ,upright and dependable man and I could not imagine him ever changing. I read also that Anne Marie died. I remember as a very pleasant young lady.
Marion was my first cousin on my mother’s side, Nora Buckley. I lived in Dublin up to 20 years ago, but my wife and I retired to Abbeyfeale. If any of you are ever in the vicinity give us a call. I live at 6, Convent Road, Abbeyfeale, County Limerick.
Best of luck to you all. Éamonn Ó Liatháin

Sincere condolences Danny and family on the loss of your Dad..
May he rest in peace

My sincere condolences to Bren, Val and all extended family and friends. Thinking of you all

Our sincere condolences Danny and family. May Jack Rest In Peace

Brendon, Valerie & all the O’Connell family: both Sheri & I were so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. May the wonderful memories you hold in your heart give you some peace & joy through this difficult time. Sheila & Sheri

Condolences to Bren and all the O’ Connell's at the passing of your dear father and family patriarch. Sending prayers and love at this difficult time. May he Rest In Peace.

Sincere sympathy to all of the OConnell family. May Jack Rest In Peace.

Danny, with deepest sympathy to you and all the family on the death of your beloved Dad. We are thinking of you all.

Sending sincere condolences on the loss of a much loved father and grandfather. I have fond memories of him when he came to NL and when we went to Dublin. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. . Jocelyn

Condolences to Danny and family on the passing of your father .....may he Rest In Peace .

So sad to hear of the passing of your dad, Brendan, Donal & Joanie. Keep all those good memories close to your heart. RIP Mr. O'Connell.

With Deepest sympathy joan and family.
May your Dad rest in peace
Emer

So sorry to hear do your loss. Having not met your father we both recall fondly Brendan’s stories of his Dad riding his bicycle and playing piano. May all your memories bring you peace and thoughts of the good times. Rest In Peace. David and Carol

So sorry for your loss.

Sending my condolences to the O’Connell family. Thinking of you all. Erin (Katie’s friend) x

I’m very sad to hear of Jacks passing. He was a part of my growing up. I remember his piano playing and jokes. I’m thinking of all of you. May he rest in peace.