In loving memory of

Douglas Connors
June 23, 1960 - March 7, 2023

Douglas Connors, 62, of Tiverton, RI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at home with his loved ones after courageously fighting cancer for over a year.

Doug is survived by his wife, Melissa (Sylvia) Connors of Tiverton and Wethersfield CT, his son, Douglas Paul, his daughter, Angela (Fisher), and his Australian Shepherd, Bear. Doug also leaves his brother, Paul Connors of West Palm Beach, FL and sister, Cheryl C Gouse of Barrington, RI. He was the son of the late Lucille S and Paul D Connors.

Doug was always, first and foremost, a dedicated, caring, and nurturing family man, having spent much of his time and energy in making plans with and providing for his son Douglas as well as in spending his free time on activities with him. Doug was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island. He worked most recently in the insurance industry and has worked in the past for the State of RI and in cable television. Doug was an avid Red Sox, Patriots, and Harley-Davidson fan. He had a sense of humor all could appreciate and kept hold of this even through his final days. He will be missed every single day.

Funeral Services for Doug will be private.

As Doug's primary focus was to provide for his son's education, a memorial education fund has been set up and the family asks that in lieu of flowers or any other donation, please contribute to that fund, The Douglas P Connors College Fund. Please send to Venmo (@Melissa-Connors-23), through Zelle at (msconnors@live.com) or mail to Douglas Paul Connors, 1 Mill St #1213, Tiverton RI 02878.

Tributes

Ron Potvin wrote on Mar 13, 2023:

"I got to know Doug pretty well through baseball. Our boys played together in Little League and high school, and Doug and I coached together a few times. A lot of parents and coaches could get a little too overexcited at these games, but Doug was always laid back and took things in stride. I admired that. He was there for all of the players, but for Doug especially. He was always proud of Doug, even when he sometimes struggled on the field, as all ballplayers do. I know Doug will miss his father's love and support. Our deepest condolences--the Potvin family. "

Karen Aubin-Stroum wrote on Mar 12, 2023:

"Missy and Douglas, I am so sorry to hear about Doug. My heart goes out to both of you. He was such a great guy all around, always smiling and laughing with the family. He will be in my heart forever and missed. Love you Karen"

Simon Corben wrote on Mar 9, 2023:

"My sincere condolences to the Connors family. I worked with Doug at FM Global and I had the pleasure of getting to know him while trailing him in the field. He was a very kind and open person. I will miss him and hope to meet up with him again someday in heaven. I wish all of his family the best at this difficult time. Simon Corben"