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Donald Connelly Obituary

CONNELLY, Donald A. Of Waltham, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday October 26, 2008. Donald leaves his devoted wife of forty-seven years, T. Arlene (Hayes) Connelly, his children, Janice Elmalouk and her husband, Radouane, of Waltham, Barbara Arsenault and her husband, Chris,of Billerica, Diane Connelly of Maynard, John Connelly of Waltham, Joseph Connelly and his wife, Janet, of Rockland, Jane Morway and her husband, Richard, of Windham, NH, Ann Duggan & her husband, Tom, of Andover, & Stephen Connelly of Waltham. Brother of Carolyn Connelly of Waltham, Muriel Grossman of Wilkes-Barre, PA and the late Frederick, Francis, Stephen, Robert Connelly and Phyllis Pitts. Son of the late Stephen and Lillian (Hudson) Connelly. Son-in-law of Rose Hayes of Waltham and the late Henry J, Hayes. Grandfather of David, Barbara, Ann, James, Michael, Liam, Rorey, Paige and Jessie. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral on Wednesday at 9 a.m. from the Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte.20), Waltham followed by a Funeral Mass in Saint Mary's Church, 133 School St. Waltham at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham. Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. For complete obituary, guestbook, & directions please visit www.joycefuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 27, 2008.

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Norma Vienneau Sicotte

November 3, 2008

Our sincere condolences to you Arlene and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Don & Norma Vienneau Sicotte

Carolyn Signore

October 29, 2008

John, Janice and family,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, may he find peace and leave you all blessed with his memories.


Carolyn/Biology

Stacie Vienneau

October 28, 2008

Jane and family,

I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You are all in my thoughts.

God Bless.
Stacie Vienneau

Bob and Dot Arsenault

October 28, 2008

Arlene and family, Sorry to hear of your loss of Donnie a loving father and husband. Our prayers are with you. Bob and Dot Arsenault

Christopher Wallace

October 28, 2008

Arlene, Janice, Barbara, Diane, John, Joey, Jane, Ann, and Stevie, My thoughts are with you all at this time. I will remember Donald always and his calm, quiet, friendly presence that made our neighborhood a better place.

Rose Jeffers

October 27, 2008

To The Connelly Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Husband, Father, Uncle, Friend. I knew Donal at WCT. He is one of the nicest man I have ever known I will defiantly will miss him. Untill I meet him again love and Prayer.

RICH Schwalm

October 27, 2008

I am sorry to hear about the loss and Donnie was a great bus driver to me and he was very funny when he used to drive me and Donnie was always funny and Donnie will never be forgotten.

susan brogna

October 27, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Debbie Gately

October 27, 2008

Dear Jane,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I fondly remember him out on his route around the neighborhood and taking his daily walks down to the supermarket. He was truly a family man in every respect and my deepest condolences go out to you and your family.

Rosemary Rouse

October 27, 2008

Dear John, Janice and family;

I am deeply saddened by the loss of your dad. I hope you can find peace, comfort and strength during this difficult time.

marcie berry

October 27, 2008

Diane- My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Richard Stasium

October 27, 2008

Ann, I would like to express my sincerest sympathy for your loss. May God give you the strength to remember your Dad in a joyous and thankful way.

Mary Jasset

October 27, 2008

John,

I was so sorry to hear about your father. My prayers are with you and your family.

Your Friend,

Renee Kraw

October 27, 2008

Diane - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Memories of your dad will always keep him close in your heart.

Ana Keshgerian

October 27, 2008

Dear John, Janice and Family: As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My Deepest Sympathiies for the tragic death of your beloved father.
May your heart be filled with his beautiful memories.

Ana Keshgerian

Jenn Davis

October 27, 2008

Jane & John, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I remember him delivering the mail in the neighborhoods around Plympton School. Hoping special memories will help you through this sad time.

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