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1935
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2024
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Joseph Connelly Obituary
Joseph P. Connelly, beloved husband of the late Patricia for almost 50 years; loving father of Joseph (Jeanne), Michael (Patricia), Kevin (Geana) and Robert (Sarah); adoring and proud grandfather of Kathleen, Bridget, Erin, Liam, Colleen, Grace, Anna, Anne Marie and Declan; devoted son of the late Peter Val and Bridget Connelly; dear brother of Kathryn (the late Robert) Connolly, Sister Rosemary Connelly, RSM and the late Marie (late Ed) O'Brien, the late Donald Connelly and the late Patricia (late Robert) Martin; dear brother-in-law of the late John (Charlene) Skelly and the late Thomas (late Marianne) Skelly; fond uncle, cousin and friend of many. Visitation Saturday, February 24, 10:00 a.m. until beginning of a 12 Noon Funeral Mass at Divine Infant Church, 1601 Newcastle Ave., Westchester. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Misericordia Home, 6300 N. Ridge Ave., Chicago, IL 60660, or click on: https://www.misericordia.com/giving/donate-online/. Arrangements entrusted to Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home. Info: 708-562-5900.
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John Resch
February 27, 2024
Joe was such a kind man. I have many fond memories of him at Misericordia's Family Fest over many years. Heaven gained an ANGEL! God bless Joe and the Connelly clan.
Mark & Christine Novotny
February 24, 2024
Connelly Boys,
So sorry to hear this news. Stand proud looking back at what your father, and mother, have accomplished. They’re both at peace and smiling down on all of you.
We weren’t able to attend your Dad’s services but know we’ve been thinking of you today. Grant you peace knowing they are, also, at peace.
Charles Rodriguez
February 24, 2024
Kevin & Family- Very sorry for your loss.
Charles Rodriguez
Hector and Susan Rodriguez
February 24, 2024
Deepest sympathies on the loss of your Dad. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sue and Hector Rodriguez
Judy Saraceno Swenson
February 23, 2024
So sorry for your loss of Joe. May all the loving memories you hold within your heart help you at this most difficult time. Hugs, prayers and sympathy.
kevin flynn
February 22, 2024
rest in peace joseph bart and muriel flynn family
Pierre Checchi
February 21, 2024
Our deepest condolences from Peg, Emma, Olivia and Pierre
Vera McDonnell
February 20, 2024
I am so sorry. I’m so happy you were able to spend so much time with your Father Michael. My condolences to you and your family.
Elizabeth Tucker
February 20, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Doug & Beth Merlo
February 19, 2024
We are very sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all!
From the Staff of Conboy's Westchester Funeral Home
February 22, 2024
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