James Connolly

James Connolly

James Connolly Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 1, 2007.
CONNOLLY _ James "Austin" 1940 - 2007 It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our loving husband, father and grandfather. Austin passed away peacefully at Foothills Medical Centre on Wednesday, May 30, 2007 after a long and bravely fought illness. It is a comfort to know he now rests in peace with our heavenly Father. Austin is lovingly remembered by his wife Clare; his daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Andrew; his sons and daughter-in-law, Paul and Brenda, and James; and his grandchildren, Scotch, Triana, Christa and Nolan. In New Zealand Austin is loved and fondly remembered by his mother Ellen; his four siblings; and many nieces, nephews and cousins, also from Australia and the United States. Austin was predeceased by his father James Martin and his son Sean. Relatives and friends are invited to Prayers and Tributes at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY'S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Sunday, June 3, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church (1600 Acadia Drive S.E.) on Monday, June 4, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Rocky View Garden of Peace. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly towards the purchase of ICU equipment at Calgary Health Trust, 800, 11012 Macleod Trail, Calgary, AB T2J 6A5 (Telephone 403-943-0615, email: [email protected]). We would like to extend a special thank-you to Dr. Sutherland and all the medical staff at the Foothills Hospital. In living memory of Austin Connolly, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E. Telephone: 403-256-9575. Haere Ra (Maori Farewell)

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Anna Cullimore

October 24, 2007

Dear Clare and family,
I've just been reading an email sent to me from mum a while ago and found this guest book.

I have such lovely memories of you all. From Austin, so much love, hugs, smiles. That's how I will always think of him and all the family. People that genuinely love and laugh together.

Thinking of you all and sending all my love and blessings.

Shelly and Tyler Mikkelsen

June 28, 2007

Dear Clare, James, and family, Deepest sympathy for the loss of Austin, a loving and kind man that will be truly missed. We will always cherish our memories shared with the Connolly family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this dificult time.

Phil Kelly

June 18, 2007

Dear Clare and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Austin's death. I understand that he was ill for some time, but know no other details. I will call soon.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Phil and Jackie Kelly

Janice Gresham

June 6, 2007

Dear Clare, Michelle, Paul, Jamie & families,
Thank you Clare for the undivided care and kindness you gave to our dear brother and friend.
I am so thrilled to have had such precious time with Austin and you all last month.
We still had hope, but the good Lord had other ideas!
We have lots of lovely memories of your visits back home.
Austin really was an inspiration to us all during his time of illness - a real fighter, often managed a smile!

"Snapshots taken with the heart are never lost...
they become an album of beautiful moments that live forever"

Our love & prayers to you all,
Nana, Janice, John, Chris, Tim, Richie & families xxx

María y Oscar Cristi

June 5, 2007

Queridos Michelle y Andrew,
Desde la distancia los hemos acompañado con nuestras oraciones. Michelle, te pedimos que hagas llegar nuestro cariño y condolencias a tu madre.
Un muy cariñoso abrazo de Mamita y Oscar

Renee Shaidle

June 5, 2007

If I could I would carry the pain you feel to lighten the load. I am so sorry this has happened to your family.
Know that you are not alone in your grief and that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
I hope you can find comfort in the smiles his memories bring you and the joy they fill your heart with.
All our love,
Renee, Ttodd and Tanya (Savoye)

Alicia Conger

June 5, 2007

Dear Aunty Clare, Michelle & family, Paul & family, and Jamie,

We will always keep the wonderful memories of our family times together with Uncle Austin, Sean and all of you close to our heart. All our love and prayers,

Alicia and family

Carol Cullimore

June 4, 2007

Dear Clare, Michelle, Paul, Jamie and families,
Thank you all so much for the love and care you've taken of our big brother. He was a very special and loving man who leaves us with wonderful memories, especially the laughs and that huge and often cheeky smile. We'll miss him heaps but look forward to the time when he welcomes us home as well!
Dear God bless you all today and in the days to come x.x.x Carol, Mike, Glenn, Michaela, Anna & Zac!

Veronica Arnold

June 4, 2007

We will never forget the ten wonderful years we enjoyed in Red Deer with Clare and Austin including us in all their family action.Austin, the world is a better place for all your generous contributions.Rest in peace.
Lotsa love from Norman,Wonnie ,Julie,Derek ,Stephen, Granma and Eric.xxxxxx

Janelle

June 3, 2007

James & Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thougths and prayers. James we are thinking of you - so sorry.

Richard, Janelle, Josie, Lexi & Gentry

rosa gorman

June 3, 2007

Dear Claire, Michelle & family, Paul & family & James,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Claire, please take comfort from knowing how much love and happiness you offered Austin during his lifetime

Mark, Carmen and Tori Quan

June 3, 2007

We are thinking of you all during this sad time. Our hearts go out to you.

Colin and Janet Scarsbrook

June 3, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Jim and Sonia Pillott

June 2, 2007

Dear Clare and family,
Our hearts go out to you for your profound loss. Austin will remain in our hearts as a sincere and good friend as well a great golf companion - we will miss him .
God bless,

Maree Eketone

June 2, 2007

To Dear Claire and Family, our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Love Maree & Phil Eketone

Jeanne Kim

June 1, 2007

To "Mrs. C", Michelle, Paul and James: My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. "Mr. C" will always be in my heart and memory and I will miss him dearly.

Laurie Prodaniuk

June 1, 2007

Clare, Michelle & family, Paul & family & Jamie: Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Austin, who will be remembered always and greatly missed by all those he touched. love Laurie, Lyle, Nickole, & Cody Prodaniuk

Maria Wilson Jeff Taylor

June 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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