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Thomas CONNOLLY Obituary
He grew up in West Roxbury and was in the first graduating class from Xaverian Brothers High School in 1967. Tom was a proud U.S. Army Veteran, drafted in 1968 and served a total of 18 months in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged in 1971. Upon his return, he worked at General Motors in Westwood, MA for 41 years and was a member of UAW local 422.
Tom is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jean (Hernon) Connolly of Whitman (formerly of Dorchester); his children, Daniel Connolly and his fiancée Mollee McCabe of Hanson, Andrea Kowalski and her husband Daniel of Scituate, and Meghan Dunnigan and her husband, Mark of Charlestown; his grandchildren, Benjamin and Maggie and many cherished nieces and nephews. Tom was the brother of Matthew, Michael, Peter, Marianne and her husband, Declan Kelly.
Tom enjoyed photography, woodworking, and helping anybody with any project they might have. He had a tool for everything, somewhere. His family knew he could fix anything, but if he was stumped, he could always call on his friends, Leo Daley and Eddie Webb for help.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Tuesday, February 7, at 10:30 AM at Holy Ghost Church in Whitman. Burial will immediately follow at St. James Cemetery. Visiting Hours will be held Monday, February 6, from 4-7 PM at Blanchards Funeral Chapel in WHITMAN. In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations may be made to South Shore Veterans Assistance (PO Box 564 Whitman, MA 0238).
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Memories and Condolences
for Thomas CONNOLLY
5 Entries
Betty Cox & Family
February 14, 2023
Sincere Sympathy To Jean and Family And All The Connolly Family
So sorry to hear of Tommy"s sudden Death
Fond memories of Tommy when I lived in West Roxbury
May Tommy Rest In Peace b
charles murphy
February 6, 2023
As a fellow classmate from xbhs "67 i send my condolences to tom's family
Kathy, Don, Jordan Kowalski, Robin Hicken, James and Elizabeth Sullivan
February 5, 2023
Sending our heartfelt love and hugs to Jean, Andrea, Dan, Benjamin and your entire family. We are heartbroken with this news. We so loved knowing Tom and all his many talents. May the wonderful memories and years you spent together as his wife and his children bring you many smiles. We are so very sorry we can not be there to support you for the services but you are in our hearts.
JOHN P COMERFORD
February 5, 2023
Jean, I am so sorry to learn of your husband's passing. He will be remembered in my prayers. It was great to see you this Summer.
John P Walsh
February 5, 2023
To the entire Connolly Family and Friends. Please except my heart filled condolences for your loss. Work with Tom at General Motors .Tom was intelligent, witty and very helpful to All in need. Our thoughts and prayers go out all,My the good Lord guide you thew these difficult days ahead. Tom when you get to heaven,say hello to all the other UAW bothers and sisters who have passed. God bless All .John P Walsh retired Local 422 Westwood and 2177 Philly
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Blanchard Funeral Chapel & Cremation Service666 Plymouth Street Route 58, Whitman, MA 02382
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