Obituary of Carol S. Connelly

Connelly, Carol S. (nee Mulvey), age 85 of Hamburg passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side. She was a spirited, intelligent, independent woman who raised 6 children on her own while working as a nurse. She loved traveling and spending time with her children, grandchildren and many dear friends. Admired and cherished mother of Cari Connelly-Fultz, Patrick (Michelle) Connelly, Ann (John) Mertz, William (Jennifer) Connelly, Timothy (Linda) Connelly and Mary Megan (John) Swanson. Also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Dear sister to James Mulvey, Jeanne Barnes and Karen Buckley. Daughter to the late James and Elizabeth Mulvey. She was the wife of the late Michael G. Connelly and the late Arthur F. Riordan. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at SS. Peter & Paul RC Church, 66 East Main Street, Hamburg on Saturday, June 30 at 10:00 AM. No prior visitation. Arrangements by the DONALD M. DEMMERLEY FUNERAL HOME, INC., 21 Pierce Avenue, Hamburg, New York 14075. Online guest register at www.demmerleyfuneralhome.com.