Patrick James “Pat” O’Connor, 87 of Valley Lee, MD, passed away May 11, 2016 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, MD surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 17, 1928 in Maude, OK to the late Fredrick Charles O’Connor and Marie St. Cyr O’Connor. On July 12, 1944 Pat enlisted in the United States Army until his honorable discharge as an Aviation Machinists Mate Airman in April 1950. On September 15, 1951, he married his beloved wife, Mary Jo Randolph “Babe”, at Our Lady’s Catholic Church Medleys Neck, in Leonardtown, MD. Together they celebrated over 64 wonderful years together. For many years he enjoyed living on the water, crabbing, fishing and waterskiing. His other hobbies included hunting, flower and vegetable gardening, watching college basketball, cheering on the Washington Redskins and baseball. When his children were younger he coached their Little League teams for many years and he also enjoyed playing on the Tall Timbers men’s league and the Patuxent River Bombers, a semi-pro team. While enjoying spending time outside, he especially loved spending his time with his family. Family gatherings were an integral part of his life. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and […]
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