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James Connolly Obituary

Of Natick, suddenly Aug. 20. Beloved son of Eleanor (Pimentel) Connolly of Ashland & the late James L. Connolly. Dear brother of Patricia Connolly Sheek of Upton, Nancy Connolly Carson & her husband Bruce of Natick, John J. Connolly & his wife Dana of Natick, Daniel P. Connolly of Upton. Also survived by several nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in St. Patrick's Church, Natick, Tuesday, Aug. 28 at 10 AM. Visiting hours in the John Everett & Sons Funeral Home, 4 Park St., (at Natick Common), NATICK, Monday, Aug. 27 from 4 to 8 PM. Interment St. Zepherin's Cemetery Wayland. Late teacher Holliston High School. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the James L. Connolly Jr. Scholarship Fund, c/o Holliston High School, established for seniors majoring in Technology. For directions and guestbook www.everettfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2007.

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Eileen Garry

September 11, 2007

Aunt Eleanor, Nancy, Patty, Danny, Johnny - My heart breaks for all of you as you grieve over Jimmy's passing. Each day I wake, I think of you and pray. Tears flow from my eyes in deep sadness as a familiar knowing of the pain in your hearts and the grief that you must endure is present. Losing a son, a sibling, a loved one so young, so close, is unfathomable. But do not lose your Faith, for it is this Faith that will carry you through the days ahead. Just as God now holds Jimmy in His arms, may His Love embrace all of you, bringing comfort to your broken hearts. And may your grief soon be replaced by fond and loving memories of Jimmy. Blessings to all of you. Rest in Peace, Jimmy. Love, Eileen

Jennifer (Fitzpatrick) Parker

September 6, 2007

One of the most genuine and nicest people I knew. I am so very sorry for your loss and hope that you find comfort in his memory.

Teresa LaBanca Fuhr

August 27, 2007

Jim and I both loved to teach and we were good friends.He was a wonderful teacher, loved his family and will be remembered for many good things, including his passion and love of poetry and literature. One line which he quoted often to me and will forever be remembered is this from Robert Browning: "Ah,but a man's reach should exceed his grasp. Or what's a heaven for."
My deepest condolences to his Mom

Peter E. Prunty & Family

August 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

tom garry

August 26, 2007

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

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