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Connelly, Donald E. Sr. GREEN ISLAND Donald E. Connelly Sr., 76, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, died Thursday, July 12, 2012 at the Albany Medical Center Hospital. Born in Green Island, son of the late John H. Connelly and Helen Patrick Connelly Small-wood, he was a lifelong resident of the village. Don had been employed by the Norton Company in Watervliet for 39 years, retiring in 1998. After retirement, Don could be found every day working with his son, Tom, at KC's Construction. He was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and a member of the Watervliet Lodge of Elks and the Papermaker's Union. Don loved to travel and go to Las Vegas and visit the casinos. For many years, he and his wife, Marie, also enjoyed their "Friday Night Card Club" with their dear friends, John, Jane, Betty and Ray. His most precious moments were those spent surrounded by his loving family. He is the beloved husband of 55 years of Marie DePaul Connelly; loving father of Donald (Debbie) Connelly, of Jacksonville, Fla., Thomas (Kellie) Connelly, of Green Island, Sandra (Steven) Silberman, of St. Augustine, Fla., James Connelly, of Green Island and Jean (James) Cornwell, of Green Island; brother of William (Dolores) Connelly, of Watervliet, Dolores Ostwald, of Brunswick and the late Charles, John and Peter Connelly; stepbrother of Robert Smallwood, of Florida; also survived by 16 cherished grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral from the McNulty Funeral Home, 147 Hudson Ave., Green Island on Monday at 8:45 a.m. and at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Watervliet at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in Memory Gardens in Colonie. Calling hours will be on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Green Island Senior Citizens, 5 George St., Green Island, NY 12183 in memory of Don.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jul. 14 to Jul. 15, 2012.

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Janet Godfrey

July 7, 2020

A wonderful man. Gone way too soon

July 19, 2012

Jean and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Hold close your memories as they will help get you through your grief.

Diana Derocher

carla yaddow

July 18, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

July 18, 2012

Marie and Family,

Sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our hearts and our prayers.

~The Seeloff Family

Shirley Berdar-Charbonneau

July 16, 2012

Marie, so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Henry Weeks

July 16, 2012

I am sorry for your loss, you past neighbor, Henry Weeks

Mary Lou McGuire Potts

July 16, 2012

Marie and Family

my condolences on your loss....thoughts and prayers are with you at this time...keep your memories close...

Bobby(Billy-Bob) Caswell&Family

July 15, 2012

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

Kay Walker

July 15, 2012

Marie and family, words can't begin to express how much Don will be missed. He led so strongly in his quiet ways, and his wonderful example. Marie, my heart breaks for you in the loss of both your brother and husband in less than a year. Any thing I can do, in any way, I will be here for you. I love all of you.

Geri & Tom Shea

July 15, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Terry Roche

July 15, 2012

My heart goes out to your family. I'm sorry I can't be there to say goodbye. I'll always remember his big genuine smile when Colleen and I went to your great parties in the garage. The world lost great guy and father on Thursday.

Monica LaGue

July 15, 2012

Marie (mom), I remember how you spoke so lovingly about Don. Even though I didn't know him, I know that he was a great guy just from the way you spoke of him. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and that I am sending you my love and hugs.

Jim White

July 15, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss...I have very fond memories of Don. He always treated my family as if we were his. He was one of the kindest, hardest working man I have known. My prayers are with your family in
this time of sorrow.

Kathy Durante

July 14, 2012

My heart goes out to you all...may God bless you in your time of need...Sincerely,Kathy Durante Jacksonville,Florida

Sherri Johnson

July 14, 2012

Uncle Don, I will miss you and loved you very much. You were a man that your sons could look up to and aspire to be, and a father your daughters adored. I know that Aunt Marie will be lost without you but rest assured that we will all be there for her. I will miss your quiet way and strong presence. Green Island will never be the same. I love you all.

Terry Sadler

July 14, 2012

Dad was a great person, I will miss him. I know that my children will miss their grandfather very much. He was like a father to me will never forget him. My love and prayers are with all of your during this difficult time.

PAT & SUE GARDNER

July 14, 2012

So sorry for your loss wE WILL MISS HIM AT kELLY PARTYS

Denise Slaughter- Arrington

July 14, 2012

Marie & Family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Connelly family. "Another Angel to look over you" Love you much.

Tom & Diane Hoffay

July 14, 2012

Dolores,
Sorry for your loss, Tom worked with Don.
Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janette &DJ Branham and family

July 14, 2012

Uncle Don was an amazing man. He will be missed greatly. I wish I could have gotten up to see him again, but I know he is in a better place now, surrounded by some Great people. We love u Aunt Marie, and are here for you.

Linda Jones

July 14, 2012

Sandy.....May all your wonderful memories ease your heartache. My heart and prayers are with you and the boys during this difficult time!

Sharon & Larry King

July 14, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Connelly family. Don was a very good man who was always welcoming, and full of fun.

Jim & Ruth Tate

July 14, 2012

Our thought and prayers are with Marie and her family in this difficult time. Don was a wonderful husband and father. He will be greatly missed.

Lynn Hargreaves

July 14, 2012

Aunt Marie I will always cherish the time I spent with you last week. Uncle Don was an amazing man in every way. I love you all!

Tammy Groff

July 14, 2012

Peace, prayers and blessings during this difficult time. If we can do anything to help, please let me know.
Love, Dean, Tammy, Jamie, Ken and Luke Groff

Lori Ricketts

July 14, 2012

Sandy, I'm so sorry for your loss of your Dad. I know you have many many memories and will cherish them always. You are in my prayers.
Love you. Lori

Janet Godfrey

July 14, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with Marie and her family. Don was a wonderful man.
As I always told Marie She had the Best!
Please let us know if we can do anything.

Maureen Kane

July 14, 2012

Marie and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Most sincere sympathies, love Len and Maureen Kane

July 14, 2012

Marie and family,Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult of times. "Celebrate His Life" He was truly "One of a kind".
Gail & John Ebenhoch (Watervliet,NY.)

Bob Lennox

July 13, 2012

Don was like a father to me and will be missed dearly. Many childhood memories are being at your home with all of you.
All my love to you Marie and all of the Connelly family.
Let me know if you need anything.
~ Bob Lennox

July 13, 2012

Marie and Family, So sorry to learn of Don's passing. He brought sunshine and a smile to everyone whose life he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love, Marietta

Jean Davis

July 13, 2012

I will always remember Don fondly with that wonderful smile on his face.

Nancy Cornwell-Caswell

July 13, 2012

Jean, Marie & family, In your loss caring thoughts are with you at this difficult time, i am here for you...

Peg Patrick

July 13, 2012

Don was a wonderful and gentle man. Will be greatly missed by many.

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