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Adam Christopher "Barney" Connelly

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Adam Christopher "Barney" Connelly - Savannah -Adam Christopher "Barney" Connelly, 27, of Savannah, passed Monday, March 12, 2007 at Memorial Medical Health University. He was a lifelong resident of Savannah, a member of Calvary in Savannah, and during his teenage years, a member of Ferguson Avenue Baptist Church. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, where he participated in the Haunted Forest, raising funds for Backus Children's Hospital. He enjoyed skateboarding, fishing, videogames, surfing, boating, and wake boarding. He was employed as a plumber. He is survived by his wife of 5 years, Amber Winters Connelly, of Savannah; son, Eric Leighton Connelly; parents, William and Gwen Connelly; 2 brothers, William G. Connelly, Jr., (Michelle), Richard "Rick" Connelly, (Melanie Henderson) and several aunts and uncles. Visitation: 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Fairhaven Funeral Home. Funeral Services: 11 a.m. Friday at Calvary in Savannah, with interment in Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. Remembrances: Loyal Order of the Moose, or the American Diabetes Association. Fairhaven Funeral Home & Crematory 2794 US Highway 80, West Savannah, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneral.com Savannah Morning News March 15, 2007 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.savannahnow.com

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Mar. 15, 2007.

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Heather & Madison Hopkins

April 8, 2007

My heart goes out to the Connelly and the Winters family. I;m so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Adam will be missed dearly, We lost touch over the years, but in middle school and high school we had a lot of great times. He was a very sweet guy that had the best smile.

Angie Hayden

March 22, 2007

Dearest Uncle Bill, Aunt Gwen, Little Billy and Ricky,
My Bible Study Fellowship class is studying Romans. This past week I got to tell them about Adam and his sacrifice. Romans 12:1-2 holds a whole new meaning for me in light of our loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Gosh, how time flies. Once he was a tiny baby and the next he is a grown man and a father. I will always treasure my memories of sweet little Adam. Always with a smile and hug just for me. I have a picture in my mind and what comfort it provides... I can see Mema, Linda and Adam flying away. "Catch me, catch me, if you can! Oh what times they are having. So much love on the other HEAVEN side... too. And as "The Bird" would say "I Love you all with ALL my heart".

Mandy and Aaron Smith

March 22, 2007

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughs and prayers are with you.

HOLLY & MICHELLE TURGEON

March 20, 2007

ON BEHALF OF MY SISTER AND I WE WISH TO CONVEY OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THE CONNELLY AND WINTERS FAMILIES. ADAM WAS A SMALL PART OF OUR LIVES LONG AGO IN MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL BUT WE BOTH STILL REMEMBER THAT GREAT SMILE AND THE SILLY TIMES EVERYONE HAD AT THE SKATING RINK.
IF THERE'S ONE THING MY SISTER AND I HAVE LEARNED IT'S THAT LIFE KIND OF HAS IT'S OWN PATTERN ALREADY SET IN MOTION AND YOU'RE JUST ALONG FOR THE RIDE. DESTINY I SUPPOSE. FROM ALL ACCOUNTS ADAM HAD THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE, THE MOST IMPORTANT THING AND THAT WAS HIS FAMILY. I SAW A PICTURE ONCE OF HIS SON ERIC AND I REMEMBER THINKING "MY GOSH, THAT'S A LITTLE MINIATURE ADAM". SO YOU SEE HE MAY GONE, BUT HE'S LEFT THE BIGGEST PIECE OF HIMSELF TO CARRY ON & LIVE ON SO HE'S NOT REALLY GONE AFTER ALL.

Tina Wills

March 19, 2007

To the Connelly and Winters Family:
I am very sorry for your loss. Adam was one of my best friends. He helped me in so many ways and he will forever be missed. If there is anything any of you ever need please ask.. I will always be here for you.. My heart aches too. I love you always, Tina

Susanne Anderson

March 19, 2007

I am very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Sara Koehn

March 17, 2007

Dear Amber and Eric and the entire Winters/Connelly family-
Adam will be missed dearly. I offer sincere condolences for this sad loss. If there is anything I can do, please just let me know.

Ashley Daniels Swindell ( Mark's Daniels Sister

March 16, 2007

To the family,

I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed. He was a very kind and well behaved young man. I know that he has grown up to be a wonderful man and I know that he has become a wonderful father, that is all he talked about what his baby. We will keep you in our prayers.

Billy Morgan Jr.

March 16, 2007

I know that words cannot describe nor mend the emptiness left in the hearts of Adam's loved ones but maybe the memories can be the closure that we all seek in our loss. My heart goes out to Amber, Eric, and the Winters and Connelly Families.

Angela Lucas

March 16, 2007

To the Family:
I've known Adam for a long long time...since pre-school at Calvary. He will be missed and you are all in my prayers.

Carla, Ricky and Zachary Holland

March 16, 2007

Amber, Eric and Family - "Those we have held in our arms for a little while we hold in our hearts forever" our prayers are with you and your family. If we can do anything for you, let us know.

Bambi Fisher

March 16, 2007

To Amber, Eric, Connelly & Winters Family, friends----

May God be with you during this very tragic and painful time and give you the strength to get through it. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bambi Fisher

Melanie Parker

March 16, 2007

Amber,
I started thinking the other day about the funny story of how you and Adam first got together. We could sit here and laugh for hours about all the funny memories of those times! He was such a great guy, so light-hearted and funny. We are all going to miss him so very much. I guess I'm going to have to find another bodyguard now. Adam took the best care of me - you know what I mean. He stepped in and acted like my very own brother that one night in particular...and as I told you, it was very effective! No problems since! Anyway, I love you and Eric so much and you know that you can call me anytime that you need anything. Even though we get busy at times, you will always hold a very special place in my heart, as will Adam. I will continue to pray during this difficult time in your life.

Lisa Wills

March 16, 2007

Amber Sheree and Eric,
The past few days I have been remembering all of the wonderful advice and encouragement that Adam gave me through alot of my hard times. He is so wonderful and always wanted everyone he cared about to be happy! I wish I could find the words to say to you now to pacify you just as his words used to do to me, but none come to mind other than stay strong and know that you will never ever be alone. He will be so missed, but never far.

I wish I could be there with you to hold you and catch your tears, but I know that somebody even better is doing that for me now. I love you so much Amber and Eric, and am thinking about you and praying for you every second. If you need anything please dont hesitate to call and tell me! I am not too far! I am coming home to see you.

Christine Horton

March 16, 2007

Amber & Eric,
Adam Will Be Missed. I Send My Love To You And So Does Dewayne. I Love You Both, Stay Strong Babygirl.

March 16, 2007

We Love you Amber, you're in our thoughts and prayers. If you ever need anything dont hesitate to call any of us, were always here!! LUV Alyson Christy and Jenni

Leslie Mock Lambright

March 16, 2007

Gwen and family,
Iam sorry to hear of the loss of your son adam. I know he is in a better place with no pain and is looking down on everyone watching over his family. Everyone is in my prayers during this time.

Brooke Sandefur

March 16, 2007

Amber and Eric- Just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you and sending you love and encouragement. I'm sorry for y'alls loss.

Lesley Statham

March 16, 2007

To the family: I am so sorry for your loss.Adam was a real sweetie! I have known him forever and will miss him always:)

John Shelby

March 15, 2007

Amber,
I am so sorry for your loss if there is anything I can do let me know

Sarah Logan

March 15, 2007

Dear Aunt Gwen & Uncle Bill ,Amber, & Eric.

Im so sorry for our lost.
he was a great cousin to me.
i loved him more than anyone can imagine.
i hope he feels better up in heaven though. = ]

Katie Deal

March 15, 2007

Amber and Connelly family, I am so sorry for your loss. Adam was a great friend. I will never forget his smile, his laugh, and his big hugs. He was always willing to listen and give advice like a big brother. I will keep you in my prayers. Adam will be watching down on all of us and I know he is proud. If there is anything you need, I'm here for you.
Your friend,
Katie Deal

Jeannie Gibbs

March 15, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Alfred Vasquez

March 15, 2007

Amber & Family,
I am sorry for your lose. I will being praying for you all.

Jonathan Parker

March 15, 2007

Amber & Family:

I am very sorry to hear about Adam. Melanie called as soon as she received word, and I immediately began praying. I will continue to pray for the peace and comfort of God's Spirit to be with you during this time.

nicole chambers

March 15, 2007

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

Jack & Jean McCorkle

March 15, 2007

Bill, Gwen and Family,
We love you and are praying for you. God Bless you.

Jennifer Coker

March 15, 2007

Amber and Eric,

Just wanted to let you know that I am sorry for the loss of Adam. He will be greatly missed.

Love,
Jennifer

Tiffany Nobles

March 15, 2007

Amber, I am so sorry for your loss. You and the Connelly family are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Mandy Lavin/ Healy

March 15, 2007

Adam was a great friend. It's a very sad thing that god felt its was his time to for him to come home. But he will be missed. my thoughts and prayers are with all of his family in this time of need. Ill always remeber all the goodtimes of being young and stupid. all the goodtimes at the skating rink and school when we were younger.

Charlene & Walt Peters

March 15, 2007

Amber & Family, Heartfelt sympathy for you & your family . Adam will always have a special place in our hearts and in our thoughts. God seen fit to take him home so we know he's with the master. he will always be with us because he lives in our hearts. God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow

Chad oliver

March 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the connelly family during these sad times.I've known Adam since second grade,he has always been a kind and gentle person and a real pleasure to be around.He will be missed.

Charlene & Walt Peters

March 15, 2007

Adam was a good friend and will be missed by all that had a chance to know him. We love you all so much and will be here if you ever need to talk.

Erin Spann Holmes

March 15, 2007

May the Lord send down his blessings upon this family in such a time of grief and sorrow. My prayers are with you all.

Joseph Webster & Tara and Chris Page

March 15, 2007

Amber and the Connelly's we just wanted to say how sorry we are for your lost. Adam was a great father, husband and man overall. He will be missed very much so! We will always miss his big smiles and his great big hugs! We know that nothing can take your pain away but remember he is your guardian angel he is looking out and over you and Eric both. He loved you and Eric deeply every time i saw him thats all he talked about were you and exspecially Eric he was everything to Adam. Amber if you ever need anything or a shoulder to cry on we are here for you! Adam we all miss and love you very much so R.I.P Adam Connelly Also to Amber, Eric and the Connelly's our hearts go out to all of you and you all will be in our prayers and thoughts! If any of you need anything just call us!

Erika Harrell

March 15, 2007

Amber, I am very sorry for your loss. My condolences go out to you and your family during this very sad time.

Joseph Webster & Tara and Chris Page

March 15, 2007

Amber and the Connelly's we just wanted to say how sorry we are and that Adam will be missed very much so, he was a great father,husband and man at the same time we will always miss his smile and his great big hugs we miss you very much!! Also we know and understand that nothing can take you pain away but always remember he is you guardian angel looking out for you and Eric both he loved you both very much! Adam was a great friend Amber if you ever need anything please call us! You and Eric and the rest of both families will be in our hearts and prayers! we miss and love you Adam!

Angela Johnson

March 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Adam was such a kind person, and will deeply be missed. Being with Amber and Adam throughout their relationship left us with great memories. Boy....was he funny. He will always be "just one of the girls!"

Teresa Whitt

March 15, 2007

Amber, no words can heal the heartache that you are going through but there is alot of love that surrounds you and Eric and plenty of friends and family to help you through this sad time. Adam was a wonderful person and will be missed very much, just remember that he will always be with you and Eric. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and know that we are here for you.
Love, Teresa, Steve & Ashley

LAWRENCE (BEAR) MANER

March 15, 2007

to family and friends my sorrow and prayers are with everyone. I grew up with Adam and Rick. We had very good times, Adam and I worked together for several years. ADAM WAS ALLWAYS WORRING ABOUT EVERYONE WELL BEING BEFORE HIS. HE PUT ALOT OF PEOPLE PROBLEMS BEFORE HIS. ADAM WAS A WELL LOVED FRIEND TO EVERYONE. HE WILL BE MISSED.

Stephanie Nettis

March 15, 2007

Rick, I was so sorry to hear about your brother. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

WILLIAM LOVELL

March 15, 2007

our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Amy Creech

March 15, 2007

My sincerest sympathies to the entire family. Adam will be in our hearts eternally. His hugs and smiles will be missed forever. To his wife and child I pledge my heart and protection for life. I will always be there for you both!

Johnathon Robinson

March 15, 2007

Adam, thank you for a strong will and determination to pursue what life brought forth. You are truly going to be missed, not only as a father, but also as an amazing person who put others in front of yourself. It hurts and saddens my heart to know this happened to Adam and his family. During this rough time the whole family is in my heart and in my prayers. Words cannot truly express the emotion of a loss; its during these times we remember and honor his life as he would have seen fit. Adam you set a pretty high bar for us to consider, now its our time to consider you.
Thanks you for everything...

mary mcgrath

March 15, 2007

to the family of adam connelly
all of us at john blitch plumbing co
are going to miss adam he was a very nice guy and a hard worker
adam would bring him son by the office he look just like his dad
eric love his dad very much
we all feel so bad for eric he going to miss his dad so much
all of us at john blitch plumbing co going to miss adam he was a funny guy's , to amber and eric and family god need a very good plumbing so he pick adam
god bless all of you at this time.

Keith Henderson

March 15, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Find comfort in knowing that as children of God we will all be together one day in His enternal kingdom. Believe.

MARCEY BEDNARSKI

March 15, 2007

I've known Adam since he was about 13, he and my brother Bear became good friends. He practically lived at my parents house, and was always welcomed without a doubt. He was like a brother to me as well. We all grew up together. He was such a special person and I can't begin to express how much of a pleasure it was to know him. Adam is a special person who will always be remembered for his kindness, care and concern for others. Adam was the first person that called me when I was diagnosed as a diabetic last November. From answering questions, helping me learn to give myself shots, to calling a couple of times a week to make sure I was ok. It was a scary time for me, but he gave me a long talk and a big hug and told me everything would be ok, which help put my heart and mind at ease. I know there is an Angel above watching over all of us and that all his pain and suffering is gone and his heart smiling.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.

Sonny and Dana Stroud

March 15, 2007

Bill, Gwen and family:
Please know of our sympathy for you at this time in your life. Our prayers are with each of you. We had special prayer for you last night in our choir rehearsal. God bless and keep you in His love and care.

Nancy Allen

March 15, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Amber, Im here for you no matter what you need. Love you.

Kimberly maner

March 15, 2007

Adam, You are going to be missed.

Pamela Price

March 15, 2007

Adam will remain in our hearts forever.

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