Michael Dwayne Connor, beloved husband, father, brother, and son, passed away in his home on January 17, surrounded by his family, in Jackson Springs, North Carolina. Mike was 63 years old.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 40 years, Lois Connor, with whom he shared a lifetime of love, family, and memories. Mike was a proud father to his three daughters: Ellen Wilson, Erica Michael, son-in-law Chris Michael and Emily Connor.
Mike was a cherished grandfather to Lilly, Mackenzie, Naomi, Dakota, and Grant. He was also the great-grandfather to lovely Addison.
Mike is also survived by his father, Earl Connor, and his siblings, Holly Day, Shannon Jones, Eric Connor, and Andy Connor, along with extended family and friends who loved him deeply.
Mike is preceded in death by his mother, Faye Scott.
Mike (Chief Connor) served in law enforcement from 1983 until his retirement as Chief of Aberdeen Police in 2013. After retirement, he went on to serve as a Moore County Magistrate for two years and remained part-time in the Aberdeen Police Department until mid-2024. He also served on the Board of the Eagle Springs Fire Department.
Mike will be remembered for his love of family, his steady presence, and the quiet strength and kindness he shared with those around him. He passed peacefully, just as he lived—surrounded by the people who mattered most.
A visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Boles Funeral Home in Southern Pines.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Yates-Thagard Baptist Church, 3820 Vass Carthage Road, Carthage, N.C. 28327. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Online condolences may be made to www.bolesfuneralhome.com
Services entrusted to Boles Funeral Home, Southern Pines.
