Jeffrey Connors was an actor and the third son of Chuck Connors, the star of the classic TV series The Rifleman. He passed away on February 19, 2014 at the age of 61 in Los Angeles, California. His cause of death was complications of an outpatient surgery, according to Dead or Kicking.
Who was Jeffrey Connors?
Jeffrey Connors was born on July 30, 1952 in Los Angeles, California, as Jeffrey Alan Connors. He followed his father’s footsteps and became an actor, appearing in films such as Un ponte per l’inferno (1986), The Mad Bomber (1973), and The Rifleman (1958), where he played a young version of his father’s character.
Jeffrey Connors loved to share stories about his father and his brothers. He was a guest at the 2014 Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention, where he talked about his experiences on the set of The Rifleman and his father’s advice to him. He said that his father told him: “Jeffrey, it’s all about the fans. If you don’t have your fans, you don’t have anything.” For that reason, he never rejected an offer to attend a convention or film festival and talk about Chuck Connors, according to Find a Grave.
How did Jeffrey Connors die?
Jeffrey Connors died on February 19, 2014 in Los Angeles, California from complications of an outpatient surgery. The details of the surgery and the complications are not known publicly. His death was announced by his brother Kevin Connors on Facebook, who wrote: “My brother Jeff passed away this morning. He was a great guy who loved life and everyone in it. He will be missed by many.”
Jeffrey Connors was cremated and his ashes were given to his family. He is survived by his three brothers: Steve, Mike, and Kevin. His father Chuck Connors died in 1992 from pneumonia caused by lung cancer. His mother Faith Quabius, who was Chuck’s third wife, died in 1995 from unknown causes.
What is Jeffrey Connors’ legacy?
Jeffrey Connors’ legacy is his contribution to the entertainment industry as an actor and a storyteller. He also left behind a family that loved him and a fan base that admired him. He was remembered by many as a kind, generous, and fun-loving person who had a great sense of humor.
Jeffrey Connors’ cause of death was a tragic loss for his family and friends. He will always be remembered as the son of Chuck Connors and a talented actor in his own right.
