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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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Born

May 30th, 1955
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Passed away

November 11th, 2025
Neptune Township, NJ

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Cause of death

Heart attack

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes kept in an urn

1200 10th Avenue, Neptune City, NJ, USA

Francioni Taylor & Lopez Funeral Home
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