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Dorothy Connelly Obituary
Sister Dorothy Connelly (Sister Catherine Ellen), a Sister of Notre Dame de Namur of Julie House in Windsor, CT passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, February 21, 2017. She was born in Boston to the late Edward Francis and Katherine Loretta (Sullivan) Connelly. After graduating from Cardinal Cushing High School in South Boston, MA, she earned her BA from Emmanuel College in Boston. She continued her education with additional studies in language, theology, and pastoral studies. A dedicated educator, she taught at Ascension School and St. John School in Worcester, MA, St. Aedan School in New Haven, St. Pius School in Fairfield, St. Kevin School in Warwick, RI, St. Mary School in Newington, and St. Thomas School in Waterbury. She was also a guidance counselor at Central Catholic High School in Norwalk. She was a member of the Province Leadership Team, a Formation Director, an Associate Team member and she also worked at Greene Community Center in Waterbury. She was a beloved pastoral minister at St. John the Evangelist Church in New Haven, St. Cecilia Church in Wilbraham, MA, Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford, and Sacred Heart Church in Suffield. Sister Dorothy had a kindness and compassion that was infectious. She is survived by her sisters Mildred Reissfelder of Westwood, MA and Mary Connelly of McLean, VA; brother Paul Connelly and his wife Judy of South Easton, MA; sister-in-law Sheila Connelly of Westwood, MA; many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, and cousins; as well as her Sisters in community. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Edward Connelly; sister Helen Perachi and her husband Joseph; sister Rose V. Connelly; and brother-in-law William Reissfelder. Her family will receive friends at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, Tuesday, February 28, 2017 from 1-2 PM followed by a prayer service at 2 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3 PM. Burial will follow in Mount St. Benedict Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a light supper at Julie House, 425 Poquonock Ave., Windsor, following the burial. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, 468 Poquonock Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095. The Carmon Windsor Funeral Home is caring for the arrangements. For directions or condolences, please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com
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Mary Chelli
May 25, 2019
Sr Dorothy was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was intelligent, compassionate, and insightful. She had a significant influence on my decision to be come an Associate with the Srs of Notre Dame. She is greatly missed, but her legacy of love, caring and sharing continues on in all of us who were blessed to call her 'friend".
DeVita Family
March 6, 2017
Our sincere condolences to Sister Dorothy's family. We will always remember Sister Dorothy's kindness and sweet smile. I know I am not alone in saying that your wonderful heart, love and positive attitude will greatly be missed by all your friends/family from Sacred Heart Church in Suffield CT. Even the young kids you touched as they grew in the religious education classes...they too will always remember you forever. RIP Sister Dorothy.
David Rancourt
March 1, 2017
Will miss sister Dorothy. She was so kind to come and visit me several times while I was in the hospital for 6 weeks. A very caring individual.
Maria Daley
March 1, 2017
When I just got back home from the hospital after having surgery, Sister Dorothy called me and asked if it would be ok if she came over. Of course I said yes, and she brought me over a big beautiful lily plant. I will never forget the kindness she showed to me. Sister Dorothy was truly a kind and loving soul.
February 28, 2017
"Nothing is as strong as gentleness. Nothing is as gentle as real strength."
St. Francis De Sales
Sister Dorothy was the personification of this -- a gentle lady with indomitable strength rooted in love of Le bon Dieu. Her ability to bring laughter, share tears, and listen deeply to each person, and to lead others was rooted in prayer.
She will be greatly missed by the masses who were blessed to be "touched" by her. She was and remains a gift in my life and for which I am deeply grateful. I know that she already is ministering to her family, friends and beloved Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, comforting all and praying with us.
An image immediately came to me when I learned of her death in the night: Dorothy "awakening" in heaven, looking around and saying, "Oh! My goodness!" and laughing that wonderful laugh. Thank you God for the gift of this your much beloved daughter.
Norah Sargent, Sacred Heart Parish (And summers at Julie Hall alum.)
Jayne Bernardy
February 27, 2017
Sister Dorothy was lovely. She was so very capable at keeping you on track & ensuring all the moving parts with our multiple ministries got done here in Sacred Heart. I loved her quick wit and good humor. She was a comfort & inspiration for us all, and she is already missed.
Gene Zanor
February 27, 2017
My family and I would like to express our deep sympathy to Sister Dorothy's family, her religious community and all her many friends. Sister Dorothy always had a smile, a kind word, a twinkle in her eye, and a "mischievous chuckle" when need be. She was a source of spiritual support for me and my husband when our son was hospitalized for a serious illness a number of years ago. Her presence and prayers at his bedside were very comforting. She was a welcome visitor for me when I had a broken leg and could not go anywhere for a number of months. She brought me the Holy Eucharist and we sipped tea and shared stories. She never rushed off, and I so appreciated her company.
She will be greatly missed by me, my husband Charles, and our children Michael and Mary, and by so many of us from Sacred Heart Parish in Suffield.
February 27, 2017
With fond and grateful memories of Sister Dorothy.
Reverend Michael C. DeVito and all the members of Sacred Heart Parish, Suffield, CT.
Lenoir
February 26, 2017
Please accept my condolences on your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13
Dan Walters, OSB
February 26, 2017
A dear friend when we were directors together in the Inter Community Novitiate Program in Boston.
February 26, 2017
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Robert Edwards
Maureen Sheridan
February 26, 2017
A most gentle lady. Compassionate and caring.
Rest with your good God sister.
Maureen Sheridan Sacred Heart Church Suffield
Sister Linda Pepe, CSJ
February 26, 2017
How true that S. Dorothy had a kindness and compassion that was infectious. She was a gentle, soft spoken woman who presented the Gospel message not only by speaking the words, but by living the message. It was a blessing to know Dorothy and call her "friend." The Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur have lost a wonderful community member, but they have gained a saint.
My condolences to the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur and to Dorothy's family.
Andrew Fish Jr
February 26, 2017
Andrew Fish Sacred Heart Church
Sister Dorothy was a special help to my daughter
Knights of Columbus Council 6281
February 26, 2017
Sister Dorothy will be remembered for her warmth and welcoming persona. She is an inspiration to us all and we will cherish the impact she had on Sacred Heart Church in Suffield and the impact she had on the members of the Knights of Columbus.
SISTER DOROTHY CONNELLY
Mark Fluckiger
February 25, 2017
Carmon Community Funeral Homes
February 25, 2017
With deepest sympathy during this time of difficulty.
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