Thomas Fillmore "Tom" Connelly
November 11, 1938 ~ December 18, 2015
Thomas (Tom) F. Connelly, 77, of Leonardtown, MD, passed away surrounded by his loving family on December 18, 2015 in Clements, MD. Born on November 11, 1938 in Leonardtown, MD he was the son of the late Edna Marie Gallagher Connelly and Charles F. Connelly, Sr. Tom was the loving husband of Carolyn A. Connelly whom he married in Mechanicsville, MD on December 27, 1958. Tom is survived by his children; Cheri (Joe) Parsons of Fredericksburg, VA, Marcy Williams (Ernie) of Clements, MD, and 6 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother Sonny Connelly. Tom graduated from Leonardtown High School, and was a lifelong St. Mary’s County, MD resident. Tom was a Manager of Facilities and Services for IAMAW William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center at Placid Harbor for 14 years retiring in 1995. He enjoyed landscaping.
The family will received friends on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 10:00 AM in St. Aloysius Catholic Church Leonardtown, MD with Father David Beaubien officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be: Trey Williams, Jayden Taormina, Jarred Norris , Gilbert Murphy, George Tatlow, and Casey Schooler. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Eddie Bowling, Jack Hodges, Kennedy Abell, and Rick Taormina.
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I was sorry to hear of Tom passing my prayers and thoughts are with the family.I used to work on his gas logs.RIP
Sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. He is now at peace and you will continue to cherish the many great memories. He and my Dad were great friends and always enjoyed a game of “High, low, jack game” with Bill Goddard and Clarence Bell. Maybe they will work up another game in heaven.
Marcy, Ernie & Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad/grandfather. May your wonderful memories bring your comfort, may the love of your family and friends bring you strength and may Mr. Connelly rest in the Arms of Angels.
Carolyn and family,
Tom was huge part of our lives. We could not of asked for a better neighbor, and I will always cherish his stories. He will be deeply missed. Holding you close in my thoughts.
The Combs’
Fond memories of making my first stuffed ham, Sunday visits at SMNH, stories of the past on the porch and your big grin will be cherished forever. God bless you Mr. Connelly. All my love to the family. I am here for you.
Marcy and Ernie, I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your extended family. May the best of memories comfort you during the most difficult days.
Dear Marcy & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your Dad is at peace and with Our Lord. My you find comfort in your family & friends.
Carolyn and family ,
You are in our thoughts and prayers . We are so sorry for the loss of Tom.
Jeanne, Bob and Mark Feldhaus
Marcy, Our sincere condolences to you, your mom, Cheri and your entire family. May your dad rest in peace. Our prayers are with all of you.
Marcy and Ernie and family,
Thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. May your happy memories of your father Tom bring you peace and comfort in the coming days.
Aunt Carolyn, Cheri, Marci and all the family
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have many wonderful memories of Uncle Tommy. He will be greatly missed.
I am very sorry to hear of Tom’s death. I have known him all my life and learned a lot from him when he was working at Breton Bay. He always had time to talk, tell a joke, have a drink and more. As a kid, I can’t tell you how many times he bought me a snack, a soda, lunch or whatever we wanted. It was just how he was, kind, loving and always generous. I hope you all find some Peace in knowing that he is being rewarded in Heaven for the wonderful life he lived here on earth. God Bless you all!
Cheri, Marci and Carolyn, please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your father/husband. May he rest in peace.
Carolyn and family, we are so sorry to hear about Tommy. Have known him for many years. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
My heartfelt sympathy to the Connelly family. I remember Tommy from way back in grade school at SMA. May he rest in peace. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mrs. Connelly, Marci, Ernie,and Cheri,I am truly saddened and sorry to read about your family’s loss. May our Lord bless and comfort you all during this time of grief. Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you all!
My deepest sympathies to each and every member of the family. Mr. Connelly was always so welcoming and filled with warmth. When I was a kid my cousins, sisters, and I would go swimming in their pool in addition to numerous other memories growing up around your wonderful family. Heaven has definitely gained another angel.
Carolyn and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. May many happy memories help get you through the days ahead.