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Ruth Ann Connolly
1936 - 2017
Ruth Ann Connolly
1936 - 2017
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BORN
1936
DIED
2017
Ruth Connolly Obituary
She was born on Aug. 9, 1936, in Rochester, N.H., a daughter of the late James and Susie Coburn Frye.
Ruth had been married on Jan. 5, 1957, in New Hampshire, to the late William Connolly.
Her survivors include two daughters, Maura Bonner and her husband, Charles, of Groton, and Patricia Glass of Kingsland, Ga., her son, Michael Connolly and his wife, Kathy, of Pittsburgh, Pa., a sister, Sharon Hunter of Birdsboro, Pa., and four grandchildren. She had also been predeceased by her son, Peter Connolly.
A Celebration of her Life will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 28, at the Byles- Groton Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton.
In lieu of flowers her family has requested that donations be directed to the New London County Ostomy Assoc.
Please visit www.byles. com for directions, to sign her guest book or to share a memory with her family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Penny Frye Duffy
June 29, 2017
I am her cousin in NH. One of Phil Frye's daughters.. Her kindness and love was so very special. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Leon Pacifici
June 27, 2017
I was saddened to learn of Ruth's passing. I worked with her for many years when we were members of the New London County Ostomy Association. My condolences to her family, friends and Association members.
June 26, 2017
We can't believe your gone! You always said
life was a journey and boy did you have one!
You were a beautiful person and we will not
forget you! Heaven has taken another angel home! Until we meet again! Love, you Grandma C, your Pgh Pa grandkids,
Wendy& John
wendy breault
June 26, 2017
Your light was bright here and
touched so many! we love you,
Grandma C. Wendy & John
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wendy Breault
June 26, 2017
If it weren't for you, I wouldn't of had such
a beautiful wedding. Heaven has taken another
angel home! We will miss you so much! Until, we
meet again! Life is a journey and we're glad we
shared it with you! Love, Always grand kids
Wendy & John!
June 26, 2017
Dear Michael and Family,
In loving memory of a life so beautifully lived and a heart so deeply loved. Love, Smiles and Prayers, The Granatire Family
Mary and Bob Evelyn
June 26, 2017
We are sad to learn of Ruth's passing. She was such a wonderful and kind person to have known. Special hugs to Maury, Pat and Mike. Love and prayers to all.
Mary and Bob Evelyn
June 26, 2017
We are sad to learn of Ruth's passing. She was such a wonderful and kind person to have known. Special hugs to Maury, Pat and Mike. Love and prayers to all.
Colleen & Chris Montesi
June 26, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen & Frank Blackburn
June 25, 2017
To all Ruth's family and especially her children, Michael, Pat and Maura our sincerest condolences to you and your families. A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds, through us, they live on. Please accept our condolences, she will not be forgotten. Her wonderful memories will be with us all! Hugs.
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