Fort Wayne, Indiana
1949 - 2019
MATTHEW JOHN CONNELLY, 70, of Fort Wayne, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019. Born Jan. 14, 1949, in Chicago, Ill., he was a proud son of Vincent Connelly and the late Marguerite (Donnelly) Connelly. Matt graduated from Notre Dame School of Law in 1974 and settled in Fort Wayne where he had a...
Read MoreMy sincerest condolences to Debbie and Matt's family. I was so saddened to read the l971 class notes in the latest Notre Dame Magazine. Matt and I shared a number of classes and he was genuinely loved by everyone who knew him. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Carol Silvani Macleod
October 08, 2019 | Greenwich, CT | Friend
MATT was one of the most enjoyable persons to be with that I ever have had the pleasure of knowing. His wit and passion for life were a blessing to witness. My sincere condolences go out to his family.He was a great man.
Glen Ford
July 08, 2019 | Fort Wayne
We were so saddened to learn about Matt passing away. He was a kind and gentle soul and always a pleasure to be around and to talk to. He will be missed by many. Sending our prayers and condolences. Rest In Peace Dear Matt.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Debbie and Ron McLaughlin
Debbie and Ron McLaughlin
July 07, 2019 | Fort Wayne, IN
MATT was one of the most enjoyable persons to be with that I ever have had the pleasure of knowing. His wit and passion for life were a blessing to witness. My sincere condolences go out to his family.He was a great man.
Glen Ford
July 07, 2019
The greatest of the great ND men of our era. Probably had more friends than anyone. Requiescat in pace, old friend.
John Gaski
July 01, 2019 | Notre Dame, IN
Matt was a good friend and classmate from Notre Dame. We played rugby together and we supported him during his Bengal Bouts. He will be missed. May the perpetual light shine upon him.
Mike Morrison
June 30, 2019 | Helena, MT
Matt was a classmate, fellow rugger, and friend.
Condolences to all his family. May he rest in peace.
Charley Blum
June 30, 2019 | Cincinnati, OH
To Matt's family,
I knew Matt when he practiced law with my father Don Wyneken. Our paths crossed several times allowing for short conversations. Matt was always very pleasant and engaging. My sympathies on his passing.
Michael Wyneken
June 24, 2019 | TUCSON, AZ
To the Connelly Family,I knew Matt from practicing law for many years.Matt was one of the most pleasant men I had occasion to meet.You were truly blessed to have had him in your life .
Thomas Swihart
June 22, 2019 | Fort Wayne, IN
