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Joseph Francis Connors, Jr.

July 7, 1948 — February 27, 2020

Joseph Francis Connors, Jr.

Joseph Connors, 71, of Linden, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Poughkeepsie, NY, on July 7, 1948, to the late Joe and Frances Connors, Sr.  While in the Army during the Vietnam War he was stationed in Fayetteville, NC.  During this time, he met the girl of his dreams.  He was dedicated to coaching his children and grandchildren in whatever sports they were involved. 

Left to cherish the memory of Joe is his wife of 49 years, Brenda; son, Kevin Connors, Sr.; daughter, Cherissee Shepard and husband Leon; grandchildren, Kevin Connors, Jr., Ashlyn Shepard, Brandon Shepard, Kaitlyn Shepard, Madison Connors, and Jason Shepard; brother, David Connors; beloved dogs, Lacie and Lexie Connors, along with his extended family and friends.

The family will welcome friends from 5 to 7pm on Monday, March 2, 2020, at Sullivan’s Highland Funeral Service.  A funeral is planned for 10:30am on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Sullivan’s Highland Funeral Service.  Burial will follow at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family humbly requests donations to help with funeral costs.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.sullivanshighland.com. 

Services are entrusted to Sullivan’s Highland Funeral Service & Crematory.

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Past Services

Visitation

Monday, March 2, 2020

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery

8220 Bragg Blvd., Fort Liberty, NC 28310

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Funeral Service

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Starts at 10:30 am (Eastern time)

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Burial

Tuesday, March 3, 2020

Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)

Sullivan's Highland Funeral Service

610 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301

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