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January 12, 2020
What a beautiful man. He touched thousands of people in the town of Needham... and that generation all felt safe, and healthy because of him.
Sue Shemuga
December 29, 2012
I was a Nanny to three children in Dover and Dr Connolly was their doctor. It was always me that brought them in to see him and we had a very special relationship. He treated me with great respect and understood I was the main caretaker of the children. He was an amazing Doctor and the children and I trusted him totally. In all my years of being a Nanny I have never had a doctor of my charges treat me so professionally. I am sorry for the loss of such a wonderful human being who paid it forward with his kindness and commitment to his craft and other human beings. He was a wonderful Doctor and the children loved him, as did I.
October 27, 2010
To The Connolly Family,Words can not express my deepest sympathy." Dr. Connolly" became a household name growing up in West Roxbury. He and Dr. Salvo made the last of the house calls to me and my siblings. Later, my own two daughters had the pleasure of having the greatest, most caring, pediatrician ever. They played with their Fisher Price (Dr. Connolly) kits for years. We were blessed X 2 generations. He spoke of his own family often to me, always with a smile. His wisdom and wit touched me forever. May he rest in peace.
Leandra Jordan
September 14, 2010
Dr. Connolly was so lovely and always made this little girl feel relaxed and well with yearly visits. He was a lovely man who was kind and gentle. Leandra Jordan, 39 , (New York, NY)
Josh Eilberg
August 30, 2010
Sorry to hear of the loss of Dr. Connolly. He was one of my pediatricians growing up and was always such a wonderful doctor. He will be missed.
Lee Kauffman
August 30, 2010
Dr. Connolly's Family -
I was so saddened to hear of Dr. Connolly's passing after reading the piece in the Globe this weekend. Dr. Connolly was a gifted physician and one of the kindest and warmest human beings I've ever met. He cared for my 3 children until his retirement. I couldn't possibly list all the exceptional moments during their childhoods when he touched their lives. I particularly remember his visits in the hospital when my children were born and the countless times he called me to check on my children's health. He always spoke so proudly of his children and their remarkable accomplishments. We were blessed to have known him.
My sincerest condolences to you all,
Tara Heffernan Dunn
August 29, 2010
To the Connolly Family:
I am so sorry and sad to hear about Dr. Connolly's passing. I was one of his patients from the time I was born in 1977 until it was time for me to move on when I turned 18 in 1995. He truely was one of the nicest people I have ever known. I was always so nervous going to the doctor as a little kid and Dr. Connolly always put me at ease with a smile & a joke. He was an unbelievable doctor and I only wish my one year old son could have been lucky enough to also have Dr. Connolly as his pediatrician. Thank you Dr. Connolly and my thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Connolly family.
Dan Long
August 28, 2010
I was saddened to hear of Dr. Connolly's passing. He was my doctor, as well as my brother and sister's doctor, when we were children. He was extremely kind with a gentle wit, and he put you immediately at ease. I know I am not the only person he made a lasting impression on as a child. Our prayers are with his family.
August 28, 2010
Dear Connolly Family:
Dr. Connolly was cherished and loved by my three children, my husband and myself. He was more than their pedatrician, he gave them great advice, advised us as parents and always acted as he had all day to spend with us during our visits. We will remember him always with fondness.
Love,
The Thompsons
Anne Pendleton
August 20, 2010
Dear Connolly Family:
We were so sad to hear of the death of Dr Connolly. He was my daughter's pediatrician and gave us great comfort and support when she was so very sick. He came to Children's during her surgery and was there at 630am every day to check on her. He possessed the finest qualities. His gentle smile and sound advice will surely be missed. May he rest in the gentle peace of the Lord. Our prayers are with you.
Anne, Ed and Caroline Pendleton
Jim Nicholson
August 19, 2010
Tom Connolly was our neighbor and Family Pediatrician from 1975 to 1978.
He was a perfuct gentleman and an excellent neighbor.
One night, in the middle of the night, his alarm went off and he rushed to my door, asking for help. He had lost the key to the alarm box and could not stop the alarm. I had the good fortune to stop the alarm. I think that was the last time I spoke with Tom.
God bless Tom Connolly.
Jim and Kathy Nicholson, Chris and Kym
August 19, 2010
My family and I will always remember what a kind man Dr. Connolly was....We loved seeing him walk by so often, after retirement. He surely will be missed in the town of Needham...our thoughts are with you.
The Child Family
August 19, 2010
Dear Pat & Connolly Family -
Dr. Connolly as he will always be remembered to our family was always available for care, advise and always had a smile on his face. He was a friend too.
Love,
The Engel Family
Anne, Steve, Elizabeth and Teddy
Martina DiNapoli
August 18, 2010
Dr. Connolly was my beloved pediatrician who gave me lots of sound advice for adulthood. I remember joking that I wanted to keep him as my PCP once I was an adult. He contibuted so much and will be missed.
August 17, 2010
Dear Pat and Family,
My most sincere sympathy to you and your family. Tom was so loved by all.
Sincerely " The Cauley Family"
Dolores Cushing
August 17, 2010
I was very sorry to read about DrC,HE WAS A GREAT GUY.
Tom and Gail Schmidt
August 17, 2010
Mrs. Connolly and Family;
It is hard to put into words to describe how a smart, wonderful and caring doctor your husband and father was. Always trusted his judgment and opinions. Our children Lynn and Eric are now grown and have their own great memories of their childhood doctor. We also had the great pleasure of Dr. Connolly treating our first grandchild till he retired. Our condolences to all of you at this difficult time.
Nanci Durler
August 17, 2010
Thank you Dr. Connolly for the care you gave our family growing up. Now that I have my own children, I compare the care they recieve to the loving care you gave.
God Bless your family.
Fondly,
Nanci Cummings (Durler)
Milton Goodman
August 17, 2010
It is with a deep sadness we extend our sincere condolences to the entire Connolly family. Dr Connolly was our pediatrician for both of our daughters. He was, without any doubt, the finest doctor I have ever met. He was thoughtful, articulate and caring. We will fondly remember all the "after-hours" appointments. Tom Connolly was what EVERY doctor should be.
August 17, 2010
Dear Pat & family:
We were very saddened to read about Tom's passing.. he was a caring and thoughtful doctor all the years that he cared for Jennifer, Jeff and Rick.. he always had such a wonderful smile on his face and they never feared going to him...
The thoughts are prayers are from all the Mullin's at this difficult time.
Donna & Dick Mullin
Christine Dooley
August 17, 2010
Dear Billy C. and family, My whole family is so sorry for your loss. I remember Dr. C. so fondly and remember his great sense of humor and laugh.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love, Dooles
August 17, 2010
Dr. Connolly's Family,
What a wonderful man, Dr. Connolly treated all 4 of my children with a smile on his face and so proud of his own children. My daughter faced a brain tumor @ 6 months of age and he couldn't have been more wonderful..he will be missed.
The Beaton Family
August 17, 2010
It is with deep sadness we extend our most sincere condolences to the entire Connolly family. We moved to Needham 25 years ago and Dr Connolly was our pediatrician for all 3 of our children. Cannot say enough about the quality of care and the great wisdom he bestowed on 2 young parents who really needed his guidance over the years. Always available and always upbeat he was the quintisential town pediatrician. We have lost a legend and our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Dennis & Sandy Cameron
Anne Hurwitch
August 17, 2010
Dr. Connolly was the answer to every mother's anxious concern for her child. Children sensed his compassion and responded to his gentle touch.
His affect on children was long lasting... Almost 10 years ago, when our son was spending the night in a cramped hospital chair after the birth of his first child, the sound of Dr. Connolly's voice on morning rounds awoke him from his sleep! What a marvelous human being; he will be truly missed. The Hurwitch Family
Celine Pochebit
August 17, 2010
To Dr. Connolly's Family...We all have been blessed to have know Dr. Connolly. He was one of the kindest people we've known. He took such good care of all his patients. My children will never forget him. Your family is in our prayers. He was an angel on earth and now in heaven.....The Pochebit Family (Medfield)
Dr Donald & Marilyn Akikie
August 17, 2010
Our condolences to all of you. I first got to know Dr. Connolly at 79 Nichols St, Norwood, when his mother and sister lived there and we lived on the 3rd floor. He was always so attentive to them. I later became a nurse and worked at Norwood Hospital and he was one of the best doctors there. He had a kind and gentle way with everyone and he will be missed. My husband worked side by side with him on many days in the OR. We both are sad to hear about your loss but happy to have known him.
dick and Janet corrigan
August 17, 2010
Dear Pat and Family,
We read with sadness about Dr. Tom's death. What a wonderful man and physician!! Our sympathies to all of you on your loss.
Our love and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Dick and Janet Corrigan
Lori Boulris Townsend
August 16, 2010
To the Connolly Family -
Deepest condolences from the Boulris family.
Dr. Connolly cared for us so well. I remember several episodes of agonizing ear aches which exploded at the most inopportune times. In desperation, my mother called Dr. Connolly for help and sure enough, he met us at the office late at night. His was a standard of care I have not since encountered in raising my own children.
I hope that you have many such proud memories of him which will carry you forward.
Rose Bliss
August 16, 2010
Dear Connolly Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Dr. Connolly was such a wonderful and caring man. Our children looked forward to seeing him, even when they were sick. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Rosey, Andy, Joe, Angela, Tom and Elaina Bliss Medway
August 16, 2010
Our deepest sympathies. I learned of Dr. Connolly's passing today while at Needham Pediatrics. He was what every parent would like in a doctor for their children.
The Daniels-Radin Family
August 16, 2010
To the Connolly Family,
You don't know me but I knew Tom as a colleague and friend. I came to Newton to start my practice just a few years after Tom started. He was always so kind and helpful to me. He deserved a longer retirement to relax and enjoy the fruits of his labor. To those who knew him he will be missed.
Eugenia(Jeannie) Marcus, MD, FAAP
August 16, 2010
Jack and Pat Ross, neighbors in Wrinkle Point, send sincere sympathy to Pat and Toms family on this great loss of such an outstanding doctor, family man and friend. We will miss him walking with great gusto around the neighborhood, always with a smile and greeting and we always heard wonderful things about botrh Tom and Pat from Rosemary Driscoll her college friend. Warm remembrances, The Rosses
Jeff Amorosana
August 16, 2010
Tommy and the Connolly Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, and Christine and the boys send our warmest thoughts and support. Your father was tremendous gift to the world, and he leaves a legacy of care and devotion that will not be forgotten.
With all our love,
Jeff, Christine, John, James, & Christian Amorosana
Nancy Tocci
August 16, 2010
Dear Pat and Family,
My family and I are all deeply saddened with the news of Dr. C's death. I having worked for him for many years, considered him a 'father' and mentor, always with a smile and a kind uplifting word. He will be forever loved and missed. Please accept our condolences and know that you all are in our prayers.
Be at peace, Dr. Connolly. We love you.
Nancy and David Tocci and Children, Nicole,Jenna and David
Susan Boileau
August 16, 2010
Dear Aunt Pat, Billy, Tom, Brian, Mark & Family~
Walt, Mike and I are thinking of you all at this sad time, and sending you our love and support. Uncle Tom was such a kind, wonderful man, and my memories of him are always happy, cheerful and funny. What a special and unique person. His positive spirit will always be around you and the many who love him. We will be thinking of you, especially this week, and we'll be there with you in spirit. Love, Susan
August 16, 2010
To The Connolly Family:
Our Deepest Sympathy.
Love The Wojcik's
August 16, 2010
Dear Mrs. Connolly,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Oh the years he took care of me and my sisters. I will always remember he came to check on me late when night when I was sick. He was an amazing man.
Know you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
God bless all of you,
Molly Connell
August 16, 2010
I was lucky enough to have worked at the Glover Hospital, and got to know the docs at Needham Pedi. I knew that would be where I would want to take my children. I consider myself blessed to have had such a solid man as Dr. Connolly. Very conscientiously, he would end each check up with a lesson to the kids, such as why you wear seat belts. The lesson was always brief, but quite pointed, with the lesson strongly driven home. Beyond that, I admired Dr. C's way. He was a real person--never pretentious. Around town, he always smiled and had a pleasant reply. The kids all knew he was the best!!!! After Dr. C retired, I ran into him, and addressed him as Dr. C. He said he was "just Mr. C now that he had retired". I told him that he had earned and been granted a diploma, and that even if he was no longer practicing, he absolutely was, and would always be Dr. C to us. I am so sorry that you have lost him. I know that he will send his love to you from heaven, which is exactly where such a fine man would be. And I know that all the kindness he showed everyone he came in contact with, will grow, bloom and be shared, by all of us.
August 16, 2010
Dear Pat and Family~
We are DEEPLY saddened by the news about Dr Connolly. He brought SO MUCH goodness to everyone's life that he touched. He was a phenominal physician, friend, and mentor. He helped me and my children countless times. He will ALWAYS be remembered with care and compassion. Please know we share your sorrow.
Our love,
Faith Frisch Herms, Norm Herms, Jonathan and Jenna Frisch
Marybeth & Greg Anicich
August 16, 2010
Dear Aunt Pat,
Our love and prayers go out to you and the family at this very sad time. Uncle Tom always made us laugh. We will miss him very much.
Judy + Tom Hagan
August 16, 2010
Dear Pat..we were so sorry to hear from Dave that Tom had died...he was such a wonderful neighbor and friend...his sunny smile and engaging personality will be missed, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Colleen Morgan
August 16, 2010
Dear Pat, Tom Jr., Billy, Mark and Brian. My deepest sympathy and love are with you all at this difficult time. So many fond memories of Tom at Pool and Racquet, Roxury Latin, but mostly as a caring devoted doctor to our children...
I will carry you all in my prayers.
Fondly,
Colleen Morgan
ann richebourg
August 16, 2010
Dr. connolly,
you were a wonderful Dr. to my children,
you will be missed,warmly the richebourgs
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