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Robert E. Connelly Sr.

1918 - 2011

BORN

1918

DIED

2011

Robert Connelly Obituary

Robert E. "Bob" Connelly Sr., 93, died Thursday, April 28, 2011. Funeral: A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Andrew Catholic Church. Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation: 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Thompson's Harveson & Cole Funeral Home where a rosary will be recited at 5 p.m. Memorials: Sisters of St. Mary, 909 W. Shaw, Fort Worth, Texas 76110; Nolan High School, 4501 Bridge St., Fort Worth, Texas 76103; or The Catholic Committee on Scouting, 3801 Oak Park Drive, Flower Mound, Texas 75028. Bob was born March 8, 1918, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, son of the late George and Loretta Connelly. He entered the Army Air Corps in 1941 and retired from the Air Force Reserve after 20 years of service. He married Elizabeth "Lib" Anne Abram on June 17, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio. They moved to Fort Worth in January 1960. Bob was a longtime member of St. Andrew Catholic Church where he sang in the choir and served as a lector and eucharistic minister. A fourth-degree Knight, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Dunne Council, #2813. He was also a member of the Serra Club and worked with the Diocese of Fort Worth Marriage Tribunal. He served on the board of directors for Cassata High School, Nolan High School and the Tarrant Area Food Bank. He and Lib were the second recipients of the Esto Dux Award given by Nolan High School for those who have been leaders in Catholic education. Bob was an Eagle Scout. He was co-founder of the Diocese of Fort Worth Catholic Scouting Retreat and was recently honored at their 50th retreat. He dedicated 75 years of service to scouting and will be remembered fondly by all whose lives he touched. Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Lib; son-in-law, Eddie Lawson; and great-granddaughter, Taylor Brewton. Survivors: His children, Bob Jr. (Connie), Pat Connelly, Anne Ercolani (Joe), Mike Connelly (Betsy), Kathy Lawson, Mo Mayeux (Keith), Dennis (Becky), and Kevin (Cheryl); 23 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Sally Byrnes and Barbara Roberts; and sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Zuccarelli.

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Published by Star-Telegram from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2011.

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May 14, 2011

Bob Connelly was one of a kind. A good man and an inspiration to scouts and scout leaders for at least 2 generations. Our sympathy to all the family. Mary Lou and Bill Jobes

Charles&Joanne Siefert

May 4, 2011

The world needs more people like Bob Connelly. We were blessed to know him. When he was still driving, he came to our garage sale & locked himself out of his car! Gladly took him home to get another key. & yes, 1 of those reel to reel tape players, he got from us!

May 3, 2011

Dear Pat and Family,

I have so many wonderful memories of your dad - collecting tickets at the Symphony and Concert in the Gardens and always having a smile and kind word for everyone.

He will be greatly missed by everyone. The world was a better place for having him in it for such a long time.

Thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time.

Kathleen Bradbury

Lise Smith-Peters

May 3, 2011

I can't say much more than my two brothers, Fred and Mark. The Connelly's have been our lifelong neighbors, friends and inspiration. Bob always was out walking, working in his garage, recycling, working in his yard and visiting with neighbors. I always dropped by to see Bob and Lib when returning home to visit my own parents. We will miss you dearly. Your positive spirit does lives on.
My thoughts are with all of the Connelly children and grandchildren.

May 2, 2011

The Connelly's have been dear friends and neighbors to us since 1960. We shared the unique fact that we had both recently moved from Ohio and that gave us an even closer bond. It was great growing up and playing with everybody in the house full of lots of kids and a lot of love and heart. Your father and mother were very special people and meant a lot to all of our family and they are missed. Bob and Lib are reunited now and looking down on their beautiful family! I know their patience and guidance in raising their family had a positive effect on my parents and on all of us kids. You are in our thoughts and I regret I cannot make it to Fort Worth today but I do hope to see all of you soon over upcoming holidays etc...

Sending our love to all of the Connelly family everywhere - Mark, Lise, Fred, Bill, and Marian Smith

Pamela Duckett

May 2, 2011

My condolences on the passing of your father. May the many wonderful memories you have made together give you comfort in the coming months.

Diane Price

May 2, 2011

Thank you, Lord, for a man like Mr. Connelly. He was a delight to see at Mass. He was a man of true grit. Never compromising on his beliefs or principles. A real example of a fine Catholic. He will be dearly missed. Thank you, Mr. Connelly for showing my son how to be devoted in life to what's good and right.

Billy Joe (William) Gabriel

May 2, 2011

Bob Connelly would want us to remember the lifetime of memories he shared with so many people around the world. He was a true gentleman. He always had a smile and a great story to share every time I was with him and his wonderful family. I am proud to have known him for 50 years in Fort Worth and to call him a friend.

Fred Smith

May 2, 2011

Our long time neighbor and friend, and someone i will always cherish! Your kindness and consideration lives on! Fred Smith

Houston Kauffman

May 1, 2011

I have very fond memories of your father. I can see him now at your dinner table at home, with a hymnal at mass or helping me get a merit badge. My most vivid memory was him driving me home from a campout where I had gracefully sliced open my ankle with an ax. I felt horrible about interrupting the campout because of my carelessness and his responsibilities to the troop. He was so pleasant on that miserable drive home in spite of it all.

I pray that your pain will go away quickly.

Olan Watkins

April 30, 2011

Bob Connelly was a super long time Scouter and a super friend. He will be greatly missed by all, but his memory will remain for many years to come.

Olan Watkins

Ric Trentman

April 30, 2011

Bob, Pat et al,

My condolences on the passing of your dad. However, you were extremely blessed to have had him with you for so long.

Ric Trentman

April 30, 2011

I have such wonderful memories of him! Too many to even pick a favorite! You all are in my prayers!

Beth Howell

Kathy Petta

April 30, 2011

Kathy,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your parents well! They made such a difference for all of us and gave so much to make things better for everyone! I am proud to have known them and know that there will be hole in everyones heart.May God bless your family,keep you all together safe,and filled with love and happiness.

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