Joyce Darlene Connelly
December 13, 1957 ~ January 29, 2012
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 2, 2012 from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Joyce “Darlene” Connelly, 54 of Lexington Park, MD died in January 29, 2012 in Fort Washington, MD surrounded by her loving family. Born December 13, 1957, she was the daughter of Benedict Raley of Park Hall, MD and the late Fran Raley. Joyce is survived by her children; J.C. and John Connelly both of California, MD, and three grandchildren, siblings; Marvin Raley of Park Hall, MD Debbie Abell of Maddox, MD, David Raley, Judy Bean, and Chuggy Raley all of Lexington Park, MD, Lillian Clark of Great Mills, MD, and Betty Tennyson of Dameron, MD. Joyce graduated from Great Mills High School. She was a homemaker and a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County. Joyce loved the holidays, spending time with her grandchildren, ( Shane, Matt, and Faith), going to yard sales, collecting nick knacks, drinking diet coke, and she loved her two best friends in the world Tammy Myers, and Lind McFall. The family will receive friends in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD on Thursday, February 2, 2012 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 3, 2012 at 10:00 AM in the Funeral Home chapel with Deacon Bill Nickerson officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lexington Park Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 339, Lexington Park, MD 20653. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A.
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“JC, John, and the rest of the Raley family I am so sorry for the loss of Aunt Darlene. She was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the whole family “
“JC,John, and the rest of the family I love each and everyone of y’all Darlene was an amazing woman she will be missed dearly she is watching down on all of us with Jim and she misses us as much as we miss her but stay strong because we will all be reunited again someday love you guys”
“J.C, John . My prayers are with you at this time. She was a great woman and I will truly miss her so much. Love you always and forever aunt Darlene”
“John,JC and Raley family.Sorry for your loss,call if you need anything.”
“John, JC, Benedict and the Raley Family…We are thinking about you all during this very difficult time. Darlene has been a part of our family for many years and we miss her very much, as I know you all do. Please don’t hesitate to call if you need anything.”
“J.C. and John, You may not remember me but your Mom and I were very good friends. I loved her very much. She was a very special woman and she loved you very, very much. I will miss her greatly.My love and prayers are with you and your family.”
“My prayers and thoughts are with everyone during this very sad time and I hope you can take some time to reflect and celebrate Darlene’s life and share some laughter and joy to soften your sorrow. God Bless the Raley family during your mourning of your loved one.”
“John – Our prayers and thoughts are with you and Aimee at this most difficult time.”
“John,JC ,Extending much sympathy during this time of sorrow and praying that god will comfort you and give you strength for tomorrow. My prayers are with you and the family “
“JC and John, heaven has an new angel. Your mother was the most beautiful, kind, generous, funny person in the world. Know you are in my prayers. I loved her so so much and can’t imagine life without her. Know that I am here for you and she will never be forgotten. Amy loves her so much also. God bless”
“To the Connelly family…we are so sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. We remember her fondly when she worked at our store. Our prayers are with your family.”
“J.C.,John and the Raley family my prayers are with you all “
“I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Darlene. My Prayers and thoughts go to the whole Family. She will be missed.”
“John and J.C. sorry for your loss. Also to Benedict and the Raley family, my prayers are with you all.”
“Debbie, Lillian and family, You and your families are in our prayers at this time. We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you all. “
“Lillian – I am very sorry for the loss of your sister. I have been there and it is a hard place to be. I hope you will find comfort in your friends and in the Lord.”
“J.C., John, and Raley Family: I’m so sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. You are in my prayers.”
“John,I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. May the grace of God comfort and strengthen you and your family at this difficult time.”
“Lillian & family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless”
“Judy I’m so sorry for the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. “
“John, JC and family So very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a very special lady and I will miss her greatly.”
“I was so very sorry to hear about Darlene. We were very close friends in our younger years. I was maid of honor in her wedding and she was a bridesmaid in mine. I have many fond memories of going to see Tammy Wynette and hanging out at your grandparents. Even though we had grown apart the past few years, I will miss her.”
“John, My condolences to you and the rest of your family. Very sorry for your loss. “
“J.C,John and Family keep in mind all the good memories,we will remember all in our prayers””
“May God bless you and give you strength during this time. I am so sorry for your loss. May all your happy memories of Darlene give you solace in the days to come.”
“To the whole Raley Family sorry to hear about you loss. May GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.”
“To Darlene’s family. Needless to say she was a real sweetheart and had a heart of gold! She had a great sense of humor and was an angel to my sister, Linda. Her smile would light up a room! How we long for the time to see her again in a paradise right here on earth. At John 5:28 and 29, Jesus said there would be a resurrection or a bringing back to life of our dear loved ones. Of course, this would be sometime in the future. Please remember my prayers are with you all! I look forward to meeting you soon. “
“Chuggy and the Raley family, we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys through this tough time.”
“Debbie, Judy and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.”
“I was very saddened to hear about Darlene’s passing. I knew her for 9 years and she was always fun to talk to. My thoughts and prayers are with Darlene’s sons and family.”
“To Darlene’s Entire Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope God blesses you all. Darlene and I were school chums, and graduated together in 1976 from GMHS. We had some great times and memorable experiences. I’ll think often of those days, because she sure did make me laugh no matter what came our way. Rest in peace Darlene!”
“To Darlene’s Family: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and prayers during this sorrowful time and also, for the loss of a member of the Class of ’76. “
“We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at such a sadden time. May you find peace and comfort during this time with strength and good memories.”
“To the Raley family, although i didn’t know Darlene,i worked with her brother Marvin for years. My prayers go out to the Raley family.”
“I was so sorry to hear of Darlene’s passing. May you all find comfort in each other during this difficult time.”
“Uncle Benedict and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time. “
“JC, John and Family, Sorry for the sudden loss of Darlene. Keep all the great memories close to your heart! My prayers are with the family at this sad time.”
“Lillian and family, I’m so sorry for the loss of your sister. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. She will be in your heart forever, hold your memories close.”
“My sympathy goes out to all of the Raley family. I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will all miss her so very much!”
“Also Darlene’s and Linda’s friend. So very sad, so young! I will be praying for Tammy & Linda & other friends! PLEASE, ALL OF YOU HELP OUT PEOPLE, PLEASE HELP LINDA AS YOU CAN. ALSO, TAMMY NEEDS YOUR PRAYERS OF COMFORT. I WISH ALL OF YOU, JOHN, JC. AND YOUR LADIES COMFORT! THE LORD WILL HELP, TOO IF YOU JUST ASK! HE SAYS! IN CHRIST JESUS, NELLIE AUSTIN”
“To the Connelly/Raley Families: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Lillian and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Darlene was the best! God sent her into my life to save my life 20 years ago. She will be remembered forever by all who she blessed with her love and wisdom. I will miss her terribly!”
“Lillian. So sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Lillian, My heart goes out to you and your family for your loss. Your sister is in the hands of God and forever in your hearts.”
“Chuggy and Family – So sorry to hear of your loss. It is so hard to lose a sibling. Keep all the memories close to your heart and know that she is an Angel keeping watch over you with a smile. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. “
“We send our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. She was a sweetheart. Hold tight to your memories and she will be forever in your hearts.”
“Thinking of you all during this difficult time.”
“I am so sorry for your loss… May the Lord hold your family in His loving embrace during this difficult time.”
“May Darlene rest in peace, my condolences to the family.”
“Chuggy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.”
“Lillian & Family: I am sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.”
“J.C, John, Lillian and family… I am so sorry for the loss of Darlene. What a sweet woman she was. I am blessed to have known her, even briefly, through my childhood. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you with a heavy heart.”
“John and J.C., I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. I cannot begin to imagine the grief you are going through. If there is anything you need, please let me know. We are praying for you.”
“To Darlene’s family, I am very sorry to hear about her passing. She always had a mischievious glint in her eye – I will miss that!”
“I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.”
“So sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to the family. Rest in peace Darlene.”
“To Darlene’s family, My prayers are with you. She was a classmate of mine, we had a great and wonderful time in school, always laughing, joking, and kidding around, but we got our work done. Just know that she is resting in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father, Our Lord and with our Brother, Jesus Christ our Saviour. So long Darlene until we meet again, I see you when I get there. Family take encourage in knowing that she is still laughing, joking and kidding around, but her work is done. Love you all very much, always remember to thank the Lord for everything, in all things be it good or bad, He knows about it all. Amen. Much love, God Bless. “
“Darlene and I attended high school together. She was a very sweet and friendly person. My heart is with her entire family.”