Keohane Funeral Home

Okie is survived by his wife of 65 years, Christine H. O’Connor (Majchrzak), his 11 children, Gail Provencher with husband Gary, Robert O’Connor, Adele O’Connor-Vernier with husband Joe, Michael O’Connor, Paul O’Connor with wife Caroline, Susan Kreitman with husband Michael, James O’Connor and wife Vikki, Matthew O’Connor with wife Alicia, Janet O’Connor with husband David Farrell and Valerie Desmond with husband Patrick, and the late John O’Connor. He leaves behind 19 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He loved all who touched his life.

Okie was born in Boston, MA in 1931 to parents Walter and Margaret O’Connor (Cheverie). He was a loving brother to Margaret (Peggy) Fincher who pre-deceased him and Dorothy (Dottie) Landry with her husband Lee who live in Louisiana.

When he was 14-years-old he enlisted in the Massachusetts Army National Guard only to be let go as he was under age. Initially he participated in military exercises at the Boston Common. This incident became a point of contention between Okie and his parents as he was still a young boy. He also worked at the bakery owned by his future father in-law before enlisting in the Army in 1949. He was a Korean War veteran and was honorably discharged as a corporal in 1952. He was the owner of Printers Delivery Service before he sold it in 1969. He was a truck driver for Yellow Freight and worked part-time jobs to take care of his large family. He was diligent in his responsibility to his family.

Okie was a true patriot who loved his city of birth and the rich history of the United States of America.  The Korean War deeply touched his soul and he always made light of his contribution. He was humble in life with a warm and endearing personality that gifted him with many friends who became his extended family.

Okie and Christine created a family of 11 children of which they worked hard to raise in the Catholic faith. Their belief in God was the cornerstone of their lives and they were advocates of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. They encouraged their children to continue their education as they understood that education would give them a foot hold in life.

Okie enjoyed reading his daily newspaper, bowling, fishing, playing horseshoes, and card games with his family and friends. He was in the Knights of Columbus at St. Jerome’s in North Weymouth, MA and later joined the St. Katharine Drexel choir when he moved to Tuftonboro, NH in 2002.  Always known for his good nature, he made friends easily. He was truly liked and respected. His sense of humor brought smiles and laughter to all the hearts he touched. Okie/Our Dad –  will be greatly missed.