Ex-Chief James E. O'Connell 

It is with deep regrets the Chief's Office of the Wantagh Fire Department
announces the passing of Ex-Chief James E. O'Connell on August 4, 2001.

James E. O'Connell of  Forked River, NJ. Formerly of Wantagh, NY on August 4, 2001 at the age of 75.  Beloved husband of Doris. Loving father of James (JoAnn) and Robert (Arleen). Caring grandfather of Sondra and Jamie. Dear brother of Raymond. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. O'Connell was an ex-chief of the Wantagh Fire Department where he was a member for 42 years, and a former member of the Levittown Fire Department for 7 years.  Mr. O'Connell worked as a foreman in the press room of the New York Times for 45 years. 

The Funeral of Ex-Chief James E. O'Connell

 

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