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Obituary
William J. O’Connor III “Oakie”
1955 – 2025
William J. O’Connor III, lovingly known as “Oakie,” of Neptune, NJ, passed away on November 11, 2025, at the age of 70.
Born and raised in Neptune, Oakie began his career working for Neptune Township before joining IUPAT, where he proudly worked as a taper and finisher for many years until his retirement.
A lifelong fan of the New York Giants and New York Yankees, Oakie loved …
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You will be greatly missed. Love you 🥰
You will be greatly missed. Love you 🥰
You will be greatly missed. Love you 🥰
Oakie, I hope you, Appy,Pete Farnum, and the rest of the boys are up there enjoying a game of softball and some ice col…
Oakie, I hope you, Appy,Pete Farnum, and the rest of the boys are up there enjoying a game of softb…
Oakie, I hope you, Appy,Pete Farnum, and the rest of the boys ar…
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of our cousin, Billy O'Connor. He was just five years older than…
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of our cousin, Billy O'Connor. He was just f…
It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of our co…
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Cause of death
Heart attack
Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Francioni Taylor & Lopez Funeral Home
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