"“Irishman Dies from Stubbornness. Unbelievable Truths Behind the Life That Launched the Viral Obituary of Christopher Clifford Connors� by Caitlin Connors tells the story of a man who lived extraordinarily, as summed up by multiple persons who knew him, primarily his daughter Caitlin.

Chris Connors was an adventurer who only corresponded to his conventions. He resisted authority and endeavored to pave his course until his demise at the age of sixty-seven. People knew that hanging around him would end in a night in jail or a killer screwdriver hangover, but many would still travel from far and wide to visit him. He was a rare combination of someone who had a love of life and a firm understanding of what was important—the simplicity of living a life with those you love.

Tales were echoed of the period he tracked down black bears in Russia and jumped out of a chopper onto the cold tundra like an “Irish popsicle for the bears,� as he would usually enunciate. It was also famously claimed that he invented limo surfing in the �80s while working on Wall Street. The stories seemed endless and naturally brought smiles to his friends and family. Unlike many other obituaries posted in the local newspaper, Chris’s story had gone viral, a clear indication of a life that was more intriguing than any film and one that overwhelmingly resonated with the souls of people, globally.

Caitlin Connors is remarkably candid as she pays tribute to a father who she grew up disagreeing with on almost everything. Readers will love her honesty, love, and dedication that saw her fulfill her father’s dying wish of writing his obituary, despite the stringent atmosphere that had existed between them for years. Her commentary on their relationship is simple but clever and has been disseminated with astonishing elegance and esteem.

“Irishman Dies from Stubbornness� by Caitlin Connors proficiently demonstrates how the finality of death can feel almost unbelievable, particularly when it strikes a parent. The author ably demonstrates that there’s a right way to grieve such loss and that denying your feelings may seem like a route toward faster healing when it’s not. This is a great read for people who may be struggling with unresolved hurt or past trauma, as well as those who may want to hold dear their family connections by making an effort to intensify those bonds.

Featuring a personality who was dying of cancer and Lou Gehrig’s disease, but whose mental wellness was a hotbed of life, “Irishman Dies from Stubbornness� checks all the boxes of a meticulous five-star memoir.

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"I never had the honor of meeting Chris Connors, but by the end of this book, I felt a part of him inside my soul. The stories about his life lit a new found appreciation and zest for life inside of me. I laughed, I cried, and I found myself telling others the insane stories about him, unprompted. The way Caitlin tells the story of her father intertwined with her own perspective makes for a book you feel connected to and can’t put down. Thank you for this gem! "

"The book begins with a captivating and humorous obituary that instantly grabs the reader's attention. Through the obituary's witty and light-hearted tone, Connors sets the stage for the remarkable life story that follows. Weaving together personal anecdotes, memories from family and friends, and historical context to create a vivid tapestry of her father's life. The balance between humor and poignancy is a testament of Connors� skill as a writer.

“Irishman Dies From Stubbornness� is a larger than life story that will leave readers wanting a “Vodka OJ� while reflecting on the fragility of life, the power of human spirit, and the importance of embracing every moment. It is a poignant reminder that our stories are worth sharing, even after we are gone. "