DAN CONNOLLY

Dan Connolly of Mitchell passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Thursday, May 18, 2017 in his 88th year.

Beloved husband of Irene Connolly. Dear father of Joanne Culp (Steve) and Jerry Connolly. Cherished grandfather of Ashley and Evan Culp, Aaron (Chelsea) and Jordan (Lauren) Connolly. Loving great grandfather Edward and Lillian. Dear brother of Mary Hayes and Bridget Cuddy (Gerard). He will be missed by the Eaton family and his nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by his parents James and Bridget Connolly, sister Anne Vidricksen, brothers-in-law Lawrence Hayes and Harold Vidricksen and nephew Ross Stone.

Dan was an active volunteer in the community and received the Diamond Jubilee Metal in recognition of his service. He was instrumental in creating the West Perth Memorial Forest in Mitchell.

Friends will be received at the Lockhart Funeral Home, 109 Montreal St., Mitchell on Friday, May 19, 2017 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, Mitchell on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Clare Coleman - celebrant. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery. A reception will follow at the parish hall. Memorial donations to Seaforth Community Hospital or the West Perth Memorial Forest would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.LockhartFuneralHome.com.