Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your selfless actions are beyond heroic. Rest in peace always and know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 16, 2020

Officer O’Connor,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO; former Marine

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

September 16, 2020

Dear Jim, I still remember your tragic passing. You remain a hero as you did decades ago. You life was taken too soon. Your legacy will be with us eternally. May God bless you as you rest even with all your fallen brothers/heros of L.E.

Mike (Retired Detective)
Chicago PD

February 7, 2020

One sweet day. Love u miss u..... always room for jello..... lol

Kaylyn
Friend

September 30, 2019

Hey Jimmy. Didn’t know you well but we crossed paths in the early 90s. You made an impression on me. Super tough guy, was my first impression. You had a great personality and we’re proud to be a cop. I heard you had passed away. What a good guy you were, off duty, trying to right a wrong and catch a bad guy. Been a long time but you’re still remembered, obviously. Semper Fi.

JW
North Side, Chicago

August 29, 2019

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Jimmy was killed.

To the O'Conner family, fellow officers, and all who call Jimmy beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I hope you received the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your continued solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer O'Conner gave to his community and the citizens of Illinois , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 3, 1995.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 16, 2018

RIP Brother

JOE SEINITZ Joe Seinitz
CPD

September 11, 2018

Jimmy, much love to you!! CUBS WIN WORLD SERIES!!! Thought about watching the Cubs with you and your dad at the new house, an Old Style tall boy in hand. Your laugh, your smile, all the fun playing baseball and football on Monitor. I have kids now, and I wish you were here to meet them. I'm an officer now, too, and I thank you for setting the standard. I could use that left hook of yours every now and then out here. It's been 21 years since that horrible night; never got over it. You did what you had to do; St. Peter got the best when you walked thru those Pearly Gates. This is from all the Weber guys and your buddies from the old neighborhood. Love you and miss you dearly every day. En paz descances Jimmy. You are in my heart EVERY DAY Jimmy.

Ofc. Lorenzo Bueno
Lexington KY Police / Weber HS/ childhood friend

November 8, 2016

OC, I miss u my friend. I need a sample of some of those old times we shared together. I miss that smile and our fishing up in Canada. Send me a sign tomorrow brother, I need it.

Dawg
9/14/16

Dawg
HS Weber Red Pride

September 14, 2016

Gone but not forgotten brother

Officer Joe Seinitz
CPD

October 31, 2015

It doesn't seem that it's been Twenty years since you were taken from us! I didn't know you personally, but we both lived on the same street, just a few houses apart. Each day I have the pleasure of viewing the honorary street sign designated to you, attached to the light post on this street. " JIMMY O'CONNOR Dr."

Rest in peace Brother in Blue!

P.C.H.
Retired C.P.D.

September 16, 2015

Jim your physical absence is heartbreaking to this very day as for the past 20 years. My heart goes out to your family and loved ones as I ask them to please accept my deepest condolences. I am both privileged and without question extraordinarily fortunate to have served with Jim O’Connor in the Fleet Marine Force 2nd Marine Division in the 10th Marines Target Acquisition Battery at Camp Lejeune 1987 - 1989. Jim influences me to this very day in a spirited way and he always will. I know it with certainty that Heavens scenes are now guarded with honor in the highest and best by Jim! As Marines we have a history. We have honor. We will die for that honor. We forever will guard the very gates of Heaven. Thank you Bro! I love you.

Jerry LeBoeuf
USMC

Jer
Friend

September 16, 2015

RIP BROTHER

Illinois Antique Emergency Vehicle Assn.

June 24, 2015

O'Connor again I find myself at the page of another fallen classmate, I remember the fun we use to have. Continue to Rest In Paradise Officer James M. O'Connor

Police Officer
CPD

March 26, 2015

We were all Thinking of you today Jimmy as we re- dedicated your community room in the 019th district station. We shall never forget you !

P.O. Kizziah
Friend

April 12, 2014

O'C, just wanted to stop by and say hello and that I miss you so much! I'll see you on Christmas buddy. Love you!!!

Jim Grasz
Friend

December 15, 2013

Thought of you today. Weather was beautiful & knew that you'd be outdoors doing something, or helping someone. Remember telling your oarents that you had 'moved' to heaven. Hope you're enjoying the beauty at your new place, and entertaining everyone with your stories.
L.E.
Ricky

Rick Kendle
Family

October 26, 2013

Jim,
I still remember the last thing you said to me the night you were taken from us. You were getting off early and as you were leaving you told me to be careful they are acting crazy tonight. God bless rip

PO Remo Leoni
Chicago Police

September 17, 2013

I cant believe it has been 18 years. Thank you for watching over me and protecting me. I love you and miss you more than ever. Please continue to help and guide me. RIP my hero <3

Sarah
Niece

September 16, 2013

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends. Continue to watch over them. You are a true heroe and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 16, 2013

Rest in God's loving embrace, hero. You will never be forgotten.

Retired Wisconsin L.E.O.

September 16, 2013

OC,
I need u my friend Please send me a sign u hear me. It's been tough still and I only got JG, AKA The Ice Man-- LOL. I love u OC--please talk to me

Dawg

Dawg
H.S and Beyond

June 25, 2013

OC, I went thru a lot kid in the last 5 years...I'd talk W U and DP...OC I love and miss you!!!

DAWG

DAWG
H.S. Friends n more

April 5, 2013

Jimmy, I miss you and campy. You guys left us way too soon. I can't believe 31 may was our 18th anniversary.

You guys will never be forgotten.

Rip

Sgt class of 94-3d
Cpd

July 23, 2012

DEAR JIM,
I RAN NEXT TO YOU IN THE FITNESS TEST TO GET ON THE POLICE DEPT.A WORD OF ADVICE, NEVER FOLLLOW THE PACE OF AN IN SHAPE MARINE WHEN HE RUNS THE MILE AND A HALF IN THE CPD POWER TEST LIKE I TRIED TO DO.
JIM SAW ME STRUGGLING AND PICKED ME UP SO I COULD FINISH.HE LEFT THE BUILDING BEFORE I COULD THANK HIM
WHEN I FINALLY DID SEE HIM I THANKED HIM AND HIS RESPONSE WAS " EVERYONE STARTS, EVERYONE FINISHES"
A STRANGER HELPED A STRANGER AND I AM FOREVER THANKFUL.THANK YOU AGAIN JIM,GOD BLESS YOU!
P.O. T KUCHARSKI # 11902

P.O.T KUCHARSKI# 11902
CPD 012 94-3B

May 21, 2012