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William H. Connolly Jr.

Montclair, New Jersey

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William H. Connolly Jr. President and CEO of William H. Connolly & Co.; lifelong Montclair resident; avid rugby fan, loving grandfather, 74 William H. Connolly Jr. passed away at his home in Montclair on February 26, 2021, after a valiant battle against cancer. He was 74 years...

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I just read about Bill’’s passing and I’m very sorry. Bill and I were in Saint Cassian’s School in the class of 1961. I lived on Appleton Place. We were all good friends back in the day. May Bill Rest in Peace.
Bob Morton

I began my association with Bill in 1977, when I joined the NJM Sales team in our East Orange office. Bill and his dad worked closely with us on a number of commercial accounts, and over the next 25 years, Bill and I worked together a number of times. He was always a gentleman and an honest broker. But he excelled as a family man. Not too long after Bill’s marriage, he invited me to golf with him at Spring Lake CC. I lived in Hopewell Twp and he lived in Montclair. When we were leaving...

Bill was such a great person, incredibly professional and always there for his clients with anything we needed. I will miss working with you my friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and loved one-

Our Prayers are with you, Melinda and Family. Patty Andresakes Ferguson and Family. Aka, Aunt Patty, Dr.Flyer's office....

Having known Bill both personally and professionally for many years, I know he will be greatly missed. His legacy as a husband, father and grandfather will live on in his family. Sending prayers and condolences to Melinda and Bill's children and grandchildren and all his family members.

Elizabeth Guterl Eldridge
Gammon Technical Products, Inc.

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Bill’s integrity, warmth, dedication and humor are the reason I joined WH Connolly & Co. 34 years ago as a young professional.
I have so many memories through the years of working hard on accounts with Bill always keeping a sense of humor along the way.
Bill was a great mentor and friend. He leaves a legacy of good will behind with staff, clients, friends, and the community.
We will miss you forever Bill. Deepest condolences to Melinda and all members of the Connolly...

Bill Connolly was truly a gentleman’s gentleman, unfailingly polite and helpful to so many persons. Every time I drive by the northwest corner of Claremont and Park in Montclair, I am reminded of Bill and his Dad and how much they have been models for anyone who wishes to be a good citizen and person. Godspeed, my friend.

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