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Edward Emmett "Eddie" Connell III

Edward Emmett "Eddie" Connell III obituary, Glen Allen, VA

Edward Connell Obituary

CONNELL, Edward "Eddie" Emmett, III, 70, of Glen Allen, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 28, 2022.

He is survived by his wife, Terri; twin sons, Jason and Jeremy; brothers, Steve and Jeff; sister-in-law, Marcia; nephew, Josh; and a huge circle of friends.

Eddie always put others before himself, and his joy in life was bringing people together. He was the heart of the neighborhood, the life (and often starter) of the party, the best coach and audience member for everything his sons did and the most caring husband to Terri in their 46 years of marriage.

A Celebration of Life will be planned for a future date. Any of you who knew Eddie know that he would want us to gather and make happy memories in his honor with a party that he would be proud of.

Eddie's family and friends were blessed with many more happy years with him thanks to two organ transplants that he was able to receive. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations can be made in honor of Eddie to Donate Life America at donatelife.net, or UNOS (United Network for Organ Sharing) at unos.org/give/#GiveForm.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Jul. 3, 2022.

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Tiffany and Troy Vann

August 10, 2022

We send our deepest sympathy to the Connell family.

Lucky Wright

July 20, 2022

Very sorry to hear of this. Eddie was always one of the best.

Thomas Hornung

July 11, 2022

I knew Eddie through the AIPSO Delaware PLan and always found him to be warm, generous, smart and a great organizer. I am saddened by his passing and send prayers to his family that they find peace! Tom

Anthony Fierro

July 10, 2022

My sincere sympathy is extended to Terri, Jason, and Jeremy. It was an honor to know Eddie for many years. His positive attitude in the face of health challenges remained a source of inspiration to me. I admired his courage and positive attitude. May he rest in peace.

Patricia Orr

July 9, 2022

Mrs Connell & Family
So sorry for your loss. I worked in the HR Dept in the home office of Aipso & worked with the regional office locations. I was in contact with Eddie on numerous occasions. Sad to hear this news. RIP

Errol Horne

July 7, 2022

Rest well Eddie. I'm grateful to have known you and for how willing you were to share your knowledge and experience with me. I was always glad to see you. My prayers to Terri and to his sons whom he always acknowledged he loved immensely.

Lou Baker

July 6, 2022

Sandra and I send our love and sympathy to Terri and all the Connell family. We have lived next door for over 20 years and we will greatly miss Eddie's laugh and his kindness. He and Terri and their sons have made our lives better. R.I.P. Friend.

Terri & Ron Watts

July 6, 2022

Eddie & I learned our Managing skills from two of the most colorful AIPSO Managers from the "old" days. I still laugh at stories told by Scotty about the Virginia crew.

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

Ernie Vincent

July 5, 2022

May the love of family and friends comfort you Terri during these difficult days, my most heartfelt condolences to you. 'Ole JRTHS friend.

Friends at the NYAIP

July 5, 2022

Our heartfelt sympathies to the Connell family. Eddie will always be remembered fondly for the gentleman and kind soul we had the priveldge of knowing.

Susan Buonviaggio and the Staff of the New York Automobile Ins Plan

Martin Johnston

July 5, 2022

Condolences to Eddie's family. Eddie was always a friend, and I will miss him dearly.

Thomas Neagle

July 4, 2022

Our deepest condolences and sympathy on Eddie's passing. He was a true gentleman and a pleasure to work with. R.I.P., Eddie, you will be missed. Tom & Elda Neagle

Terry Simmons

July 3, 2022

Terri,

You have been a great wife, caregiver and mother. Your love and support of your family has not gone unnoticed. You are stronger than you think, so take some time for yourself and lean on the people that love you the most.

Doug James

July 3, 2022

Prayers and Blessings. RIP my friend. Always will remember sitting on front porch in Fort Hill. Sorry we lost contact. Peace

Herb Rose

July 3, 2022

I´m so sorry to hear this. I didn´t get to talk with him very often but when I did you felt like you´ve known him for years. Prayers to the family

Michael Hamway

July 3, 2022

I was saddened to read this morning of Eddie's passing.
He was a kind, gentle, good-natured friend and neighbor for decades and will be missed.

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