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On Tuesday, November 19, 2019, Mary Lou (Gibbons) Connolly, age 87, formerly of Emsworth, passed away peacefully in her home at Masonic Village. Daughter of the late Joseph E. and Josephine M. (Studeny) Gibbons; beloved mother of Eileen (Tony) Petrack, Susie (Greg) Hicks, Sandy (Joe) Moore and Dennis (Amy) Connolly; grandmother of Joey, Mikey, Alex, Leanne and Greg; also survived by sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Filsinger and LaVerne Connolly; and by many nieces and nephews. Mary Lou was an amazing woman and wonderful mother; kind and thoughtful, loved to laugh and a talented artist throughout the years. She was retired from Bell Telephone after many years of service. Family and friends received Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the LAWRENCE T. MILLER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 460 Lincoln Avenue, Bellevue, 15202. A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 25, 2019 at 11 a.m. at the Masonic Village, 1000 Masonic Drive, Sewickley, PA 15143. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Marilyn Costello Markoff
December 15, 2019
Dear Connolly family,. I just found out about your Mom's passing. My parents are still on Center Ave in Emsworth, but their memories are not the best & forgot to tell me about this till yesterday. I would have certainly visited the funeral home had I known. I remember your mom very well. She was an upbeat person and did not tire of seeing me at your door on North Avenue. You all have my sincere sympathies. Eileen, please get in touch when you are free. I hope you are all well. 412-952-7152 or [email protected]
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Susan Janssen
December 3, 2019
Susie & Greg, - Glad Dominique and I got to meet her, she was a fun, lively lady. My heart goes out to you and all your family. - Susan
Mary (Ward) Cavolo
November 21, 2019
To the entire Connolly Family,
Your Mom was one of those amazing woman of Emsworth. I always remember walking up North Aveneue from the bus after a long days work. Going home to start her second shift of raising her children.
I know you had a great family get together this past summer. I am sure you have many fond memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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