John Paul Connelly
Friday, December 16, 1938
Date of Death:
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Age:
83 years old
Friday, December 16, 1938
Date of Death:
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Age:
83 years old
Friday, December 16, 1938
Date of Death:
Thursday, May 19, 2022
Age:
83 years old
John Paul Connelly
John Paul Connelly, 83, died Thursday, May 19, 2022 at home of Leukemia / Lymphoma surrounded by his family. John was born on December 16, 1938 in Rochester, Minnesota to Paul and Myrle (Campion) Connelly. He grew up on the family farm south of Byron. John graduated from Lourdes High School in 1956. On April 11, 1964 he married Jacquelyn Warburton in Byron MN. John and Jacquie lived on the farm their entire married life.
John was a farmer that loved the land, cattle, and everything about the family farm. He served in the Minnesota National Guard from 1957-1965. John belonged to the Byron American Legion for 42 years. He was a proud member of the American Legion Color Guard. John was a Salem Township Supervisor for 24 years. He was a charter member of Christ the King Catholic Church.
John and Jacquie shared 58 beautiful years together on the farm where they raised their family. John is survived by his wife Jacquie, their children Kevin (Kathy) Connelly, Kelly (Mike) Bale, Karla (Chad Kanz) Connelly, Kurt (Beth) Connelly, and bonus son Craig Connelly. He is also survived by his siblings Jerry Connelly, Bill (Dorothy) Connelly, Mary Ann (Terry) Schaefer, Sharon (Brian) Utley, Jim (Marilyn) Connelly, and sisters-in-law Karen Connelly and Nancy Connelly. He was preceded in death by his parents Paul and Myrle Connelly, his twin brother Joe Connelly, brothers Paul and Bob Connelly, and sister-in-law Marge Connelly.
John’s favorite role was Grandpa to Ryan and Meghan Connelly, Jordan and Karley Bale, Gavin and Isabelle Connelly, and bonus grandkids Brenna and Christian Connelly. He loved spoiling all the kids with candy, ice cream, pop, and humor.
John will be remembered for his work ethic and storytelling. He loved his John Deere tractors and spending time in the tractor working the land. In his later years, John still found a way to supervise everything that went on at the farm. He also enjoyed talking with family, friends, farmers, neighbors, and people he just met. A true Connelly, he never met a stranger.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at Christ the King Catholic Church in Byron with Father Tom Loomis officiating. A visitation will be held at the church an hour and a half prior to the service starting at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31st. Burial will be in the Byron Cemetery.
Condolences
The family of John Paul Connelly has received the following condolences.
My deepest condolences to the family of John Connelly. He was truly a great father and a friend to all. I will always remember the time I got to spend with John and his brothers on the farm. He molded me ways he will never know. My he rest in peace and continue to tell his stories to all those in heaven.
To the John Connelly Family,
I am sorry to read about the death of John. During my years at Byron HS - there was not a finer individual, father, farmer, community member. He was so supportive of his children, Byron Public Schools and the community. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
God Bless his soul and your family
Peter Grant
Jacquie and family, Sorry to learn of the loss of John. May the Lord surround you with strength, peace and comfort today and in the days ahead.
I am so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Your family has.had quite a time these last weeks. I don’t know what I can do, but if you need anything, please let me know, and I will try.