Death notices, Herald Sun, Melbourne, 1 May 2013:

O'Connell, Joseph Peter (Bishop)
The people of the Catholic Archdiocese pay tribute to retired Auxiliary Bishop Joseph O'Connell who died peacefully at Caritas Christi, Kew on Apr. 27, 2013.
Bishop O'Connell was ordained as a priest for the Archdiocese of Melbourne on July 28, 1957. He served as Assistant Priest in West Geelong and shortly after was sent to Rome to study Canon Law, obtaining his doctorate in 1961. On his return to Melbourne, he ministered in the parishes of West Melbourne and Yarraville together with an appointment to the Archdiocesan Tribunal. In 1969 he was also appointed as Episcopal Vicar for Religious. On Feb. 12, 1976 Pope Paul VI appointed him as Auxiliary Bishop in Melbourne, a position he held for over 30 years until his retirement in 2006.
Bishop O'Connell will be fondly remembered for his valuable contribution to the Archdiocese of Melbourne, the Catholic Church across Australia and beyond. His priestly and episcopal ministry, work as a Canonist and his kindly pastoring in the parish of St Monica's, Moonee Ponds and Northern Region of the Archdiocese has left a rich legacy.
To his fellow bishops, priests, religious men and women and the lay people of Melbourne, Bishop O'Connell was a wise advisor, spiritual guide and witness to the Good News.
To his many friends, Bishop O'Connell will be remembered for his kindness, loyalty and encouragement.
To the Archbishops he served he will be remembered for his wise counsel, generous support and extraordinary commitment in leading others to the God he loved.May he rest in peace.
Archbishop Denis Hart on behalf of a grateful Archdiocese.

O'Connell, Bishop Joseph Peter DD, DCL
10.12.1931 - 27.4.2013
Loved and loving son of Loughlin and May. Devoted brother of Loughlin. Loyal friend, faithful priest, wise pastor.
Requiescat in pace
Dear Joe, You are a great man, a true servant of God who has always loved, nurtured and educated our family. The life and love that you have given to our lives flows through us all in our everyday living through our family, our work and our friendships, no matter what our age.
We will always be grateful for the memorable and life changing times at Raheen, Grimshaw Street, Moonee Ponds and the best of all over40 years at Phillip Island. You will always be in our hearts, minds and actions forever. Love Your family
The Luchettas Dorothy and John; Anne, Martin, Melissa, Kristan, Kaitlin and Nicole; Jenny, Peter, Olivia, Michael and Jeremy; Philip, Wendy, Megan and Amy; Pauline, Chris, Sarah and Georgia; Jeanette, Andrew, Jarrod and Chloe; Alison, Mark, Tom and Joshua; Carolyn, Chris and Sassi.
God Bless

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Funeral notice, Herald Sun, Melbourne, 1 May 2013:

O'Connell. Pontifical Concelebrated Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Bishop Joseph Peter O'Connell will be offered at St Patrick's Cathedral, cnr of Cathedral Place and Gisborne St, East Melbourne on Friday (May 10, 2013) commencing at 11.00 a.m.
The Funeral will leave at the conclusion of Mass for Entombment in the Priests Crypt at Melbourne General Cemetery, College Cres., Parkville.
Pontifical Concelebrated Vigil Mass will be offered at St Monica's Church, Mt Alexander Rd, Moonee Ponds on Thursday evening (May 9, 2013) at 7.00 p.m.

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Death notice, Herald Sun, Melbourne, 2 May 2013:

O'Connell, Joseph Peter
The Parish and School Community of St Monica's, Moonee Ponds pay tribute to Bishop Joseph O'Connell, who for 30 years combined his duty as our Parish Priest with his work of care for the people of the Northern Region of the Archdiocese of Melbourne. He guided us with his words, joined with us in prayer and confirmed many of our young people. May he now enjoy the presence of the Lord who he served so well.