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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
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Donald Joseph O'Connor, Youngstown, Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Donald Joseph O'Connor passed away Friday, May 9, 2025. He was born on September 1, 1931, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of John Francis O'Connor and Agnes Ann Carroll O'Connor and brother of Jack O'Connor. Find obituaries from your high school In 1938, his family opened a vacuum cleaner business in the basement of their home on Lowell Avenue on the South Side. Three years later, the family moved O'Connor Sales and Service to 3224 Market Street, where it has been operated for 84 years. Donald has been in the vacuum cleaner business since age 16, where he did whatever jobs his father needed to do. Donald served in the Army Signal Corps during the Korean War, where he was stationed in Japan. He was honorably discharged in August 1954 and returned to Youngstown to continue his career in the sweeper business. In the mid-1970s, his father, mother and brother died and he became the sole owner of O'Connor Sales and Service, where he worked for 77 years. He was a collector of new and old vacuum cleaners. Numerous models lined the walls of his store, including hand-pumped and friction-powered devices that were built as far back as 1910. He was also a car enthusiast and was the proud owner of four 1964 Oldsmobiles. He was a charter member of the Oldsmobile Club of America and an active member of the Youngstown Oldsmobile Club, where he participated in local and national car competitions. His collection received multiple awards for Best in Show and Best Restoration. He was a member of the Market Street Business Owners Association and a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church. The store closed in 2024 when Don moved into Austin Woods Long-Term Care Facility, where he remained until his death on Friday, May 9, 2025, at age 93. Don's passing was preceded by his father, mother, brother and his long-time companion, Luana Marie Jarvis. He leaves behind his family, including Robert and Lonnie Jarvis Lohfeld, Bob and Kristin Lohfeld, Amy and Steve Secrist and five great-grandchildren, all of whom live in Virginia. He also leaves behind his business manager of 47 years, Ron Brownlie. He will remain in our hearts forever. Private funeral services were held at Fox Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, May 16, 2025, with Rev. Frassati Davis, O.P. from St. Dominic Church. He was buried in Calvary Cemetery with his family, with military honors. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market Street in Boardman. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Donald Joseph O'Connor, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Automotive
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Rare 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary Edition From Premier Auction Group
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A limited-production 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds Coupe, celebrating the model's 15th anniversary, is set to cross the auction block without reserve, creating a rare opportunity for collectors of classic American muscle. This iconic vehicle, one of only 3,001 produced for the 1983 model year, boasts unique features and styling cues that commemorate its performance heritage. Finished in a distinctive black and silver two-tone paint scheme, this 15th Anniversary Edition Hurst/Olds stands out visually with bold graphics and special badging. Inside, the cabin features an eye-catching red interior, providing a striking contrast to the car's exterior color palette. Under the hood lies a 5.0-liter (307 cubic-inch) V-8 engine, factory-rated at 180 horsepower, paired with an automatic transmission. Notably, the car includes the signature Hurst "Lightning Rod" floor shifter—one of the model's most celebrated and recognizable features. This three-lever system allows drivers manual-like control over gear selection, offering a spirited and unique driving experience. Further enhancing its classic appeal, the car sits on original 15-inch factory wheels wrapped with raised white-letter performance tires, maintaining the authentic look that enthusiasts expect from a collectible Hurst/Olds vehicle. Inside, the car's bold red interior contrasts dramatically with the exterior, reflecting the vibrant automotive design trends of the early 1980s. The limited production run of this model lasted just two years (1983-1984), and these special-edition Oldsmobiles are increasingly sought after by muscle car enthusiasts due to their rarity, unique styling, and notable performance attributes. With its combination of rarity, classic muscle-car aesthetics, and well-preserved condition, this 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary Edition is poised to attract significant attention when it crosses the auction block. Interested bidders will have the chance to own a true collector's piece of automotive history—without reserve—making the event a must-watch for classic car fans everywhere. This awesome truck is selling at Premier Auction Group's Gulf Coast Classic in March 14th & 15th. To see more vehicles for sale, register to bid or consign your vehicle for sale at this auction please visit Premier Auction Groups website.
