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Christopher M. Connelly
1982 - 2025
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Christopher Connelly Obituary
Jan 16, 1982 - Oct 2, 2025
Of Lancaster, NY. Beloved son of Neil and Trish (Kelleher) Connelly; loving brother of Sean (Rachel) Connelly; dearest uncle of Rowan and Dodge Connelly; Daddy of KiKi Cat; also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary of the Assumption Church Wednesday, October 8th at 10am. Please assemble at church, no prior visitations. Chris was a Lancaster High School and St. Bonaventure University graduate and former Vice President of Marketing at the Lancaster Depew Federal Credit Union. A guru of sports and politics, he enjoyed expressing his opinions in writing. He was a big fan of the Bills, Yankees, St. Bonaventure and Notre Dame. Chris will be remembered for his empathy and loving nature and will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to the Depew-Lancaster Boys & Girls Club. Share condolences at wendelandloecherinc.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Connelly
31 Entries
Mary Sue Schaefer
Yesterday
Sending your family love and support from Massachusetts
Jeff Gall
October 9, 2025
I'll always associate Chris with Spring High School Tennis @ LHS. He was partners with Dan Murphy (doubles 1) and would have some epic matches against myself and Mark Leach. They would always find a way to beat us and keep us as the Doubles 2 team.
Joe Karlinski
October 9, 2025
I am so very sorry to hear this. It has been almost since high school since I´ve talked to Chris, but this still hits hard. Chris was always nice and genuine, and we had fun playing tennis in Como Park together.
Thoughts and prayers to Mr. and Mrs. Connelly, Sean, and the rest of the family.
Patrick OBrien
October 8, 2025
Neil and Trish ,
So sorry for your loss my condolences to you and your family .
Donna and Rocky
October 8, 2025
Dear Neil and Trish, we are sending our deepest condolences and prayers to you and your family so sorry for your loss
Mark R. Fahey
October 7, 2025
Dear Connelly Family, so sorry to hear about this. Watching all the boys play ball back in the day was great fun for me. Chris was always a nice polite young man. GOD bless you all.
Kathy Jennings
October 7, 2025
Neil and Trish, my heart breaks for you. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son and am praying for your family - Kathy (Detzler) Jennings
DM
October 7, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Marty/Diane Skrip
October 7, 2025
Trish and Neil, Deepest sympathies to you both. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Carmel Cerullo Beiter
October 7, 2025
Neil, Trish and Sean, I'm so deeply sorry for your loss. I remember Chris as a great writer, who was very funny and had a kind heart. I hope you can find strength and peace in his memories as you go through this difficult journey. May God give you the support and love you need to heal. With heartfelt sympathy - Carmel Cerullo-Beiter
Steve Fleming
October 6, 2025
Neil, Trish, and Sean,
I’m at a loss for words. Some of the most fun days of my life were living together in college. He was the best person you could call a friend. He always brought people together. I’m glad we kept in touch after college and were able to get together in recent years and had some fun going to football games. Times changed but he still had the same big heart and open mind he always did. He was one of the best friends I’ve ever had and will be greatly missed.
Lindsay Karas Stencel
October 6, 2025
Mr. & Mrs. Connelly and Sean,
I am so deeply saddened to hear about the loss of Chris. He was and forever will be remembered as a beautiful soul who brought light and friendship to many, ever seeking to include as many people as possible and to find a good laugh in even the simplest of things. May you find comfort and healing love during this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathies,
Lindsay Karas Stencel
Molly Clauss
October 6, 2025
Neil and Trish, My deepest sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time. I hope the happy memories shared with Chris can help sustain you in the weeks and months to come. Sending love and light to you all. - Molly Clauss
Paul&Janice Hejmowski
October 6, 2025
Neil and Trish, we would like to extend our deepest condolences at the passing of Chris.May the loving memories you shared help carry you through this difficult and painful time.Hope that your family will be blessed with the strength and grace to comfort you . Our thoughts and prayers! Paul and Jan
Gail Fahey
October 5, 2025
Dear Trish, Neil, and family,
I am so deeply saddened to hear of Chris's passing and my heart aches for you during this profoundly sad and difficult time.
Please know that I will always remember Chris for his infectious smile and that you are in my thoughts and prayers for God's mercy to touch your boken hearts and bring you strength, peace, and comfort .
Gail Fahey
Margie Stancampiano
October 5, 2025
Neil and Trish,
I was devastated when I heard the news. It is every parent’s biggest fear no matter what age. If we could somehow relieve your pain we would. Please know we care.
October 5, 2025
We are so sad to hear of Chris’ passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Mike and Barb Papili
Margaret and James Fricano
October 5, 2025
Neil and Trish very sorry for you and your family. Praying for strength , comfort, and peace for you and your family always.
Jerry Natalie Collins
October 5, 2025
Dear Trish and Neil we r so sorry to hear of your son's passing Jerry.s last living brother passed away this past January from cancer Treasure your memories they will help you Keep u in our prayers
MaryBeth (Berent)Bauer
October 5, 2025
Trish, words can not express how very sorry we are for your family’s loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
MaryKatherime Posluszny
October 5, 2025
Dear Trish and Neil,
So very sorry for your unimaginable loss. Be sure you have my sympathy and will be in my prayers at this sad time.
MaryKay Posluszny
Leon McBride II
October 5, 2025
Mrs. Connelly, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss; my heart goes out to you and your family. You made a lasting impact on my life years ago, and I hope you feel that same love surrounding you now. Keep you all in my thoughts.
October 5, 2025
Neil and Trish - our hearts break for you and your family on the passing of Chris. We wish we had the words that would take away your pain but we don’t. We love you both and are available to help in any way we can. Jim and Paula Jasinski
Donna Stempniak
October 5, 2025
Dear Neil & Trish,
We are so sorry for your loss. I have no words that truly express our sympathy. We are brokenhearted as parents because we should never have to bury our children. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. You have the entire Lancaster community to help you through this sad time.
Donna & Rick Stempniak
Kyle Hejmowski
October 5, 2025
Very sad to hear this. Grew up playing ball with Chris. Always could make you laugh. In later years, I enjoyed his Facebook posts. Prayers to his family.
Pat Schieb
October 4, 2025
Dear Trish and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Martha Lamparelli
October 4, 2025
Sean and Rachel
We are so sorry to hear about brother . Keeping all of you in our prayers. Sending love and hugs .
Paul and Martha Lamparelli
Chris Klinger
October 4, 2025
To the Connelly family, deeply saddened to hear that Chris passed. Lots of great memories from our childhood together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Jill Baldassi
October 4, 2025
Dear Trish and Neil, I am so sorry for this sad loss of your son Christopher. My heart breaks for you both. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Medbury
October 4, 2025
Trish, Neil and family
I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs to each of you
Joe and Cindy Kreuz
October 4, 2025
Nothing will ever top his "I am the pizza man" speach and that left an indelible impact on my family. We will have to create a special, Chris Connelly cal pizza and always eat it when we're together..
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