Richard J. Connolly, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Nancy Connolly nee Mair. Loving father of Deborah (Lee) Gernes, Sharon (Brian) McCarthy, late Richard, Sheila (John) Velcich, late Thomas (Julie) and Jim (Terri). Proud grandfather of 11 and great grandfather of 5. Dear brother of John R. Connolly, Bill (Marie) Connolly and the late Patricia (Joseph) Connelly. Longtime Member of IBEW Local 134, former Coach and Board of Directors Member of the Tinley Park Bulldogs Athletic Association.
Funeral Wednesday October 06, 2021, 9:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home to St. George Church, Mass 10:00 AM. Interment to follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation, Tuesday October 05, 2021, 3:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, a contribution to a charity of your choice in Rich's memory is appreciated.