Donald Francis Connelly
Donald Francis Connelly, 83, departed this life December 17, 2018, surrounded by family. He was born February 12, 1935, in Washington.
He was a son of the late Davin Thomas and Frances Connelly, and brother of Joan Guldenschuh and the late Davin Thomas “Tom” and John Robert “Bob” Connelly.
He played football for Washington High and attended University of Maryland. He was known for his quick wit and vivid blue eyes. Dancing was a lifelong love, and he attended dances until last year. Flying was another passion and he taught his sons to fly. He coached girls softball.
In 1962, after working for his father for several years, he started his own heavy construction company building roads and bridges primarily in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. He enjoyed working into his 80s.
He is survived by his children, Diane, Don (Lisa), Chuck (Tomi), Michael, David, Scott (Christine), Sandy and Debbie; grandchildren Michael, Samantha, Ashley, Jessica, Alise, Mary, Don, Charlie and Kennedy; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his longtime companion, Louise DeAlexandro.
Burial was December 19, in Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Peters Township.