Born February 7, 1937 in Fort William, Ontario, the 8th child of Louisa (nee Morin) and James Connelly. Peacefully passed away at the SAH on Thursday, February 8, 2007 surrounded by her loving family. Mother of Leonard Connelly (Cathy), Petra Connelly of Scarborough and Randy May (Beth) of Mount Forest. Proud grandmother of Chris Connelly of Scarborough, Jason May of Waterloo and Lisa May of Churchill, Manitoba. Connie was a special part in the lives of Mike Ritchie, Cathy Dysart and Tammy Carter and families. Predeceased by brothers Patrick, George and Leonard. Survived by brothers Dennis (Arlene) of Whitehorse Yukon, Johny (Doris) of Whiterock, BC, Eileen Tallon of SSM, Ontario, Maureen Connelly of Victoria, BC and Joan Grandbois (Roger) of SSM, Ontario. Aunt Betty will be sadly missed by her very caring nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, but she left them with many great memories. From Toronto to the Yukon she met many special people through her walk in life and remembered names and little stories of each person; they were a special part of her growth. Leaving behind her beloved pets Shadow, Willow and Tansy. At her request, her ashes will be interred and a graveside service will be held in the spring at Dundalk Cemetery in Dundalk. In her memory, donations may be made to SAH Foundation, Royal Canadian Legion or to the Humane Society. Special thank you to Dr. Christian, Dr. Burg, ICU and 300Y.
