William Connelly

William F. Connelly, 68, a lifelong Wakefield resident died on Wednesday, December 10 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital.

Born in Tewksbury on May 21, 1946, he was the son of late John W. and Kathleen (Cronin) Connelly.

Mr. Connelly was a graduate of Wakefield High School, Class of 1964 and Boston University, Class of 1968. He was a retired Financial Manager for the Wakefield Municipal Light & Gas Department. Mr. Connelly had served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the Wakefield V.F.W. and the Wakefield American Legion. Mr. Connelly was also a former member of the Wakefield School Committee and volunteered his time as a coach for the Challenger baseball and basketball programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Known to his friends and family as Bill, he was well known for his charming spirit, dedication to family, love of sports, and the uncanny ability to make everyone around him laugh.

He is survived by his wife Lorna J. Davidson-Connelly and his two sons; William Ashley Connelly of Wakefield and John Wesley Connelly of Tewksbury. Mr. Connelly is also survived by many beloved family and friends. Mr. Connelly was predeceased by his brother John W. Connelly, Jr.

Visitation for relatives and friends will be held at the McDonald Funeral Home, 19 Yale Ave, Wakefield on Sunday from 2-5pm. A funeral service will be held at the First Parish Congregational Church, 1 Church St., Wakefield on Monday at 11am. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Special Olympics of MA, 512 Forest St., Marlborough, MA 01752, The Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675 or to the EMARC, 26 Princess St., Wakefield, MA 01880

December 14, 2014
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

McDonald Funeral Home
19 Yale Ave
Wakefield, MA 01880
(781) 245-3550

December 15, 2014
11:00 AM

First Parish Congregational
1 Church St.
Wakefield, MA 01880