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for Peter Connolly
Caroline Brown
April 15, 2010
I can't believe it has been almost a year since Peter's passing. What a good person he was -- and he absolutely adored his three children. His eyes would light up every time he spoke of them. I know that the peace Peter was unable to find here on earth has been found with Our Lord in heaven.
livingston webb
August 5, 2009
peter was my childhood friend i couldnt believe he had passed on we grew up together i knew him very well the last time i saw him he was smiling happy and upbeat about life as always running in the race of life and winning all the friends who loved him i miss him and know he is at peace up there in heaven
Leah Russell
May 20, 2009
My heart goes out to Peter's family. I knew him well when he was a student at Roanoke College. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Wharton
May 20, 2009
To Pete's family. May the good Lord be with you during these times of despair. Pete was a good man, snd I was proud to call call him a brother.
Jay Craig
May 8, 2009
To us, Peter came fully-equipped with permanent laugh lines on his face. He never missed an opportunity to have fun, and, if an opportunity did not present itself, he would create one out of thin air.
He will be sorely missed by the Brotherhood of Pi Lambda Phi, but his spirit of true companionship and his distinctive, hearty laugh will remain with us for all time.
Our deepest sympathies are extended to the entire Conolly family, and to all who knew him well.
Peter Mulligan
May 7, 2009
I am truly saddened to hear about Peters passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Connolly family in this time of grief.
A true Irish gentlemen - the Friendly Son's have lost a great man.
Sallie Ann and Bob Hart
May 7, 2009
This news is heartbreaking. We knew Peter as a little boy playing touch football, and as a warm and charming young man. His enthusiasm for all he did was inspiring. Everyone loved him for his Irish twinkle, his delightful wit and his strong sense of family. It is comforting to know he is now with his Father in a loving and peaceful reunion. With our deepest sympathy to his incredibly wonderful Mother and family.
Marybeth Taylor Mulzoff
May 7, 2009
Peter was a true gentleman and great guy. I will always have great memories of his quick wit. My thoughts go out to his family, his children and his Roanoke fraternity brothers who loved him. May he rest in peace.
Elizabeth Slowinski Herrity
May 6, 2009
Peter was a memorable person. His sense of humor, fun, and caring, are unforgetable. He was a big part of the Wesley Heights' hijinks!
Ed Tiffey
May 6, 2009
Washington is not the same without Peter, who was able to pick up from where you left off the last time in his good company.
Sue and Peter Evans
May 6, 2009
Sending deepest condolences to all of Peter's family and many friends. With a lump in our throats and a deep sadness in our hearts, we reach out to you and say, "Peter will never be forgotten." He was a friend to many, and our hearts are heavy. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers as is Peter.
John & Shannon Olson
May 6, 2009
Peter was a true gentleman with a quick wit and a contagious smile. His memory will sustain us all. Our thoughts and prayer go with the entire Connolly Family.
Moira Laird
May 6, 2009
I will always remember Pete as a loyal friend, with a hearty laugh, and a smile that drew you in. God rest his soul and bring peace to his family in his memory.
Kyle Dyer West
May 6, 2009
I pray for the Connolly family, especially his children. Peter's sparkle in his eye and friendly smile will always stay with me. He was a kind gentleman.
Rob Robbins
May 5, 2009
I was a childhood friend of Peter's.
My thoughts, prayers and sympathies go out to the entire Connolly family.
Sulaiman Wasty
May 5, 2009
Truly sad news; my heartfelt condolences to the family.
Brooke Byers
May 5, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. My thoughts and prayers are with the Connelly families at this time. While I did not know Peter, I am so fond of his mother, Mary. I pray especially for her, as well as Peter's widow and children.
May 5, 2009
Rest in peace. My deepest condolences to the Connolly family.
Sharon Gleason
May 5, 2009
I met Peter through my best friend Alexia Kelley when they dated about a year ago. I was saddened to hear of his passing. He died way before his time. Alexia, who is a spiritual being, felt his presence Friday in a very positive way. I know that is a good sign that he is not in pain and his wonderful spirit has moved to a peaceful place.
Erika Fischer
May 5, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Connolly family. May you be sustained in the ability to surmount this loss, to grieve and to heal.....
Richard Moroscak
May 5, 2009
Plain and simple, Peter was a fabulous person and a class act.
All my best to the entire Connolly family during this incredibly difficult time.
Andrea Haughey Bristol
May 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Connolly Family, I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
I thank God for Peter - he was a real gift to this world. He left a smile on my heart and I can hear his laugh by just thinking about him. I'm so grateful that he was a part of my life. Rest in Peace, Pete.
Beth Anne O'Donoghue
May 5, 2009
May your family be strong for each other in this difficult time.
Daniel Fisher
May 5, 2009
This is incredibly sad news, and I extend my greatest sympathies to his family.
Mollie Vardell
May 5, 2009
I was devastated to hear of your loss. Peter was a classic. He will be missed by so many. Godspeed Peter.
Michael Clem
May 5, 2009
Peter and I both started together in the same post-college entry level job in outside sales at National Mailing Systems in McLean, VA. While I haven't seen ole Pete since about 1991, anytime I think back to my experiences with him, I have to smile, because he was one in a million. He made me laugh without even trying. I look forward to catching up with him at that water cooler in the sky one day.
Bob and Mona Potterton
May 4, 2009
May God bless Peter and his family. We will all miss him. Our prayers are with him.
Martie Platt-Cooper
May 4, 2009
Peter was a wonderful person. He was very warm, charming and had a great sense of humor. He will be very missed by his many friends.
May 4, 2009
To our dear Connolly family,
Peter was blessed with the Irish smile, and we were blessed by his warmth and love. Lovingly, the Holland family
David Dworkin
May 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of those who loved Pete, especially those whose burden off grief is heaviest. God's love for us is greater than any human can ever understand.
Mike & Stephanie Benzian
May 4, 2009
So sorry for the Connolly family. Peter was always such a welcome site to see in Charlottesville. We always enjoyed the time we spent with him.
Kim Tosi Hamilton
May 4, 2009
Memories of Pete will hold him forever in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Bruce Pascal
May 4, 2009
The Pascal family sends its deepest condolences. We will miss Pete.
Rob Lynn
May 4, 2009
As a Avon graduate, I remember fondly Pete's sense of humor and the bantor he & Hal would have. Spoke to him last year at some length during a AOF 25 yr celebration and shared a few laughs. God bless to your clan
Chris and Pat Sowick
May 4, 2009
The Sowick family sends it deepest sympathies. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephanie O'Toole Martin
May 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Connolly family. I will remember Pete fondly with a smile.
Woody Evans
May 4, 2009
We will miss you Pete. My thoughts go out to you and your family.
Hoyt & Eleanor Connell
May 4, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts go out to Peter's family and many friends. I will always hold dear our many laughs, comraderie and bantor on the links.
Michael O'Connell
May 4, 2009
Dear Mary and all the Connolly family, I hope to be able to come by on Tuesday and Wednesday, but if I don't please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Mutty
May 4, 2009
Pete, you brightened my day on many an occasion. Will miss you lots.
Dave Dempsey
May 4, 2009
Peter, we will miss you Laddie. You never had anything bad to say about anyone. And that's something few can say.
Patrick Lemp
May 4, 2009
Patrick & Suzanne Lemp send our deepest sympathies
Dennis and Pam Lucey
May 4, 2009
We are so saddened to hear of Peter's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and many friends.
Richard McBride
May 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Peter was a great gentlemen, and a friend that will be missed by all that knew him.
Michael De Feo
May 4, 2009
I am sorry we lost touch. Peter was a good man!
Doug Williams
May 4, 2009
Pete Connolly, one of the greats! You will be forever missed my friend.
Trevor Vietor
May 4, 2009
I will very much miss Peter. Frankly, I don't think I ever saw a frown on his face, whether at the office or at Chevy.
Katie Malone
May 4, 2009
Pete was an amazing person. I'm so glad I was lucky enough to call him a friend.
Greg Meyer
May 4, 2009
I'm deeply sorry to hear of Peter's passing. He was a great guy and will be missed by many.
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