Michael Gerald Connor Sr, 78., of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2020. He was born on July 18, 1941, to Ollie Maurine Krimmel Connor and James Lewis Connor. After graduating from Beaumont High School, Michael went to work alongside his father in the family business, Jim Connor Plumbing Inc. Soon after, Michael crossed paths with his beloved wife, Catherine, and the two were married a few months later. Michael and Catherine had three children together whom they adored.
From a young age, Michael was a serious enthusiast of British cars. He spent most of his life restoring, showing, and racing cars, including his Morgan and Triumph TR3. Michael was an active member of the Houston Morgan Club, winning awards for his entries in car competitions. Once in retirement, Michael fulfilled his lifelong dream of traveling to England where he was able to attend the Goodwood Revival.
Michael will always be remembered as a man who had a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed by many.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Michelle Connor; son, Michael Connor, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl; son, Christopher Connor and his wife, Dara; grandchildren, Abigail, Ryan, Catherine, Emilee, Cadyn, and Avery.
Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife, Catherine Margret Connor; and older brother, James Lewis Connor, Jr.
A gathering of Mr. Connor's family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105; or Brave Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, P.O. Box 33, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363 or visit online at https://www.braveeli.com/donations/.
From a young age, Michael was a serious enthusiast of British cars. He spent most of his life restoring, showing, and racing cars, including his Morgan and Triumph TR3. Michael was an active member of the Houston Morgan Club, winning awards for his entries in car competitions. Once in retirement, Michael fulfilled his lifelong dream of traveling to England where he was able to attend the Goodwood Revival.
Michael will always be remembered as a man who had a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed by many.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Michelle Connor; son, Michael Connor, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl; son, Christopher Connor and his wife, Dara; grandchildren, Abigail, Ryan, Catherine, Emilee, Cadyn, and Avery.
Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife, Catherine Margret Connor; and older brother, James Lewis Connor, Jr.
A gathering of Mr. Connor's family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105; or Brave Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, P.O. Box 33, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363 or visit online at https://www.braveeli.com/donations/.
Michael Gerald Connor Sr, 78., of Beaumont, Texas, passed away on July 13, 2020. He was born on July 18, 1941, to Ollie Maurine Krimmel Connor and James Lewis Connor. After graduating from Beaumont High School, Michael went to work alongside his father in the family business, Jim Connor Plumbing Inc. Soon after, Michael crossed paths with his beloved wife, Catherine, and the two were married a few months later. Michael and Catherine had three children together whom they adored.
From a young age, Michael was a serious enthusiast of British cars. He spent most of his life restoring, showing, and racing cars, including his Morgan and Triumph TR3. Michael was an active member of the Houston Morgan Club, winning awards for his entries in car competitions. Once in retirement, Michael fulfilled his lifelong dream of traveling to England where he was able to attend the Goodwood Revival.
Michael will always be remembered as a man who had a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed by many.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Michelle Connor; son, Michael Connor, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl; son, Christopher Connor and his wife, Dara; grandchildren, Abigail, Ryan, Catherine, Emilee, Cadyn, and Avery.
Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife, Catherine Margret Connor; and older brother, James Lewis Connor, Jr.
A gathering of Mr. Connor's family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105; or Brave Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, P.O. Box 33, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363 or visit online at https://www.braveeli.com/donations/.
From a young age, Michael was a serious enthusiast of British cars. He spent most of his life restoring, showing, and racing cars, including his Morgan and Triumph TR3. Michael was an active member of the Houston Morgan Club, winning awards for his entries in car competitions. Once in retirement, Michael fulfilled his lifelong dream of traveling to England where he was able to attend the Goodwood Revival.
Michael will always be remembered as a man who had a heart of gold. He will be deeply missed by many.
Michael is survived by his daughter, Michelle Connor; son, Michael Connor, Jr., and his wife, Cheryl; son, Christopher Connor and his wife, Dara; grandchildren, Abigail, Ryan, Catherine, Emilee, Cadyn, and Avery.
Michael is preceded in death by both of his parents; his wife, Catherine Margret Connor; and older brother, James Lewis Connor, Jr.
A gathering of Mr. Connor's family and friends will begin at 1:00 p.m., with his funeral service to follow at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 17, 2020, at Broussard's, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Beaumont.
Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105; or Brave Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation, P.O. Box 33, Oxford, Pennsylvania 19363 or visit online at https://www.braveeli.com/donations/.
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