Kevin G. O'Connor
- Jun 9
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 12
1944 - 2026
OBITUARY
Kevin O’Connor Sr passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 9th after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 82 years old.
Kevin was born on January 20th, 1944. He grew up in Greenpoint, Brooklyn with his brother John, sister Brigid, and their mom and dad. He attended St Anthony’s and St Francis schools.
At 17 years old, Kevin joined the United States Navy. He served on the USS Monrovia as a Radarman 3rd class.
In November 1966 he married his high school sweetheart, Eileen Greene.
He joined the NYPD in September 1966 and was assigned to the 40th Precinct in the Bronx. A year later he was transferred to the 13th Precinct where he worked for 19 years, finishing his 20-year career in the Department.
Kevin retired in 1986. He and Eileen opened a Baskin-Robbins in New Hyde Park. He also ran a window business from their home.
Kevin loved playing golf, spending time at Winchesters, and getting together with their childhood friend group.
He will be remembered for his love and dedication to all he did, but most especially for his love of family.
Kevin is proceeded in death by his father John, mother Mary, sister Brigid, and brother John. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Eileen. Children Kevin(Danielle), Thomas(Gina), Brian(Louise) and Eileen(James), sister-in-law Teri, nephew and Godson John (Joanna), and nephew John IV.
Kevin is also survived by 13 grandchildren; Caitlin, Bethany (Mason), Cassie (James), Christopher, Sophia, Hannah, Liam, Aiden, Emily, Lucas, Ella, Abigail, and Brigid.
Great grandchildren; Raelynn, Rowan, Patrick, and Kayn
In lieu of flowers the family is asking that donations be made to Team Sanfilippo Foundation in honor of their granddaughter Emily.
VISITATION
Friday, June 12 2:00 - 4:00 PM & 7:00 - 9:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Saturday, June 13 9:30 AM Notre Dame R.C. Church 5 Mayfair Road, New Hyde Park, NY
INTERMENT
Monday June 15
11:00 AM
Calverton National Cemetery 210 Princeton Boulevard, Calverton, NY
The Dolan family of NHP sends our heartfelt condolences to the entire O’Connor family . What a beautiful family and legacy you left all,
Mr. O, and thank you , HERO, for your dedicated years of service to our city and our country . 🇺🇸💙.
May God hold you in the palm
of his hand 🙏✝️☘️ RIP .
( Also , every cake the Dolan’s had for every occasion,and there were many- we know it was made with ❤️!)
My Dad, my mentor, my best friend.
You've made me the man that I am today. The father, the husband the person who loves everyone that I've met. You've made the mistakes for me so I didn't have to, You've paved the way for me so it was easier. You've showed me how to truly love my life partner, my person, and raise my children through your goodness and your faults. I am forever grateful for your sacrifices and life lessons that have made it a little easier for me and so much better for my family. I have and will always try to be the man that you raised me to be.
Rest easy, we got it from here.