Doris L. Connolly

Doris Connolly Obituary

Doris L. (Miller) Connolly, 85, of Great Falls, a retired chief operator for Mountain Bell, died of natural causes Wednesday, Jan. 25, at Peace Hospice.

At her request, no memorial service will be held. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Doris was born April 28, 1926, in Whitefish. Doris had two passions: golf and the telephone company. She worked for Mountain Bell and retired as the chief operator. She loved her job and loved the people she worked with. When not working, you could find Doris on the golf course with all of her dear golfing friends.

She is survived by her much-loved husband of 62 years, Roy; and by her daughter, Cathy and son-in-law David of Portland, Ore.

Condolences may be posted online at www.schniderfuneralhome.com and/or www.gftribune.com/obituaries.

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Published by Great Falls Tribune on Jan. 29, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Doris Connolly

15 Entries

Judy Swortz

February 26, 2012

Isn't it funny, someone we've known our entire lives, someone we take for granted, someone we love is gone. and we can hardly bear it! Know that we love you both so much, Cath and Roy, the Gunlikson kids...

Ronda Lee-Lopez

February 10, 2012

Roy I treasured you, Doris and Sugar as did my children and my granddaughter Lilly I will cherish the time we spent together at The Lodge. My sincere sympathy and love to you she was a spectacular lady! You are both great people love Ronda

Ronda Lee-Lopez

February 9, 2012

Vickie Reynolds

February 7, 2012

Roy: You and Doris became a loving friend to my Mom Phyllis Simpson at The Lodge Retirement Community in Great Falls....you & Doris were her neighbors. When (we) Phyllis' kids came to visit from out of town, your residence and Sugar always became a part of our visits. Our Mom passed away Christmas Day 2011 - Mom and Doris loved each other and are now together again....Roy, you are in our prayers and safe travels ..... Vickie Reynolds

Clara Cichosz

February 4, 2012

Roy & Cathy, my condolences to you and your family I started my career at Mountain Bell in 1973, Doris was one of the supervisors, she was classy, what I learned from the supervisors has kept me employed for the last 36 years. The operators from that time were all fun and tough. I'm glad I got to work with her. Clara Cichosz, Centennial, CO

Mike Rosendahl

February 2, 2012

Funny, I was just telling a former operator yesterday a story on Mrs. Connolly. I was one of the first male operators hired on in the early 70s and she was very instrumental in starting me out in my career. I always remember her very fondly and wish her family the best.

January 31, 2012

Doris' Family: May you each know peace, comfort and support at this time of Doris' death. The strength, grace and guidance of the Holy Spirit will be ever present to you in the days ahead. Know that you are in our prayers.
Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
Deuteronomy 33:27

Shirley Peterson

January 31, 2012

Just like the many others, I worked with Doris for many yrs. My Dad knew Roy from the Anaconda Company. She was a very nice person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Billie Conners

January 31, 2012

Roy and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Doris's passing. I also worked with Doris at Mountain Bell. We had many fun times together at work and outside. She was very gracious, compassionate and a classy lady. She was always ready for anything! You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Patty Taurman

January 30, 2012

Dear Roy and Cathy, There was not a better finer lady than Doris. What an outstanding gal and will be missed so much by all. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Betty Nelson Rhoda

January 30, 2012

Roy, So sorry to hear about this as Doris and I went to school together in Shelby beginning in the first grade. She and her mom and brothers were always so cordial and fun--It was great to visit with you both at the last reunion. My kind of folks!! Take care of your dad, Cathy!
Betty Nelson Rhoda

Doug Deaton

January 29, 2012

Roy and Cathy: So very sorry to hear about the passing away of Doris. She was a good friend of my Mother. I remember the good times we had together. May the Lord bless and strengthen you at this difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences of sympathy.

James Cassun

January 29, 2012

Connolly Family Sorry to read about Doris I worked with her for many years at Mountain Bell She was a very nice person & will be dearly missed an old friend JIM

January 29, 2012

I worked for Doris for several years at the phone company. My cousin & I have laughed many times over the fun we had with her either at work or outside. She was a wonderful, compansionate woman & I can say I am fortunate she was a part of my life. My condolances to all her family. Percy Cline - Missoula

Steve Justice

January 29, 2012

Roy and Family,

I had the pleasure of starting my career out as an operator at Mountain Bell in 1974 and Doris was my boss. I was a Sr. in high school when I started but it didn't matter to Doris. She treated me like I was one of her own. She treated everyone that way. She was a tremendous supervisor, a great role model for me. I used to see her on the golf course and she definately was passionate about her game.
My thoughts are prayers with you all.

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