John R. (Jack)

Birth date: Jul 12, 1928 Death date: Sep 6, 2004

John R. (Jack) ConnellyHe has achieved success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much.Jack passed away on Monday, September 6, at his home in Lakewood. He was born July 12, 1928, in Chicago and grew up there. He graduate Read Obituary

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Anonymous

1102w ago

I met Jack after Nalley's/Curtice-Burns had purchased Lucca Packing from National Can in 1981. I had the pleasure of working with Jack on two three year union contracts on behalf of Lucca/Nalley's. I'll always remember his artistry in discussing individual issues and never being intimidated to back off from his poisition. While it was always a time a frustration for me personally, Jack just glowed in the playing out of issues surrounding the contract.
My wife Cathy and I will never forget his politemenss and genuine courtises extended during his visists. Upon hearing of Jack's passing, Cathy recalled a dinner we had many years ago at the SF Airport Marriot; Cathy was so impressed by Jack's politness, that she still reminds me occassionally of Jack's impeccable manners.
We will all miss Jack, but grateful that our paths crossed and we had the opportunity to know and work with him.
Peace and comfort for Jack's family,
Jack and Cathy Stanghellini##imported-begin##Jack Stanghellini##imported-end##

Anonymous

1102w ago

As the eldest grandchild (and the current "MIT"), I have so many memories of my much loved Uncle. He wasn't a whole lot older than I, but I always looked "up" to him! Memories are abundant, from trying to waken him after a night out with his "buds", to the drinking songs he taught me while getting ready for those nights, his beautiful wedding to his lifetime partner, to the beauty he possessed -- in spirit, presence, personality, faith, love and as a gorgeous guy! I will never forget him, my wonderful Aunt who cared so deeply and abundantly for him, my cousins who all have him living on in themselves, and his grandchildren and great grandchildren who share (and often caused) the twinkle in his eyes! He was a special man, a wonderful friend, and now rests in the palm of our Lord's Hand -- he may now breathe in peace and with ease. We all truly have someone negotiating for us survivors -- up in Heaven! How fortunate we all were to have him put in the center of our lives! God bless all of you, my dear family -- Love and prayers, Mary Kay##imported-begin##Mary Kay (Connelly) Duda##imported-end##

Anonymous

1102w ago

Remembering Uncle Jack is a funny thing. So many questions, so many laughs, and yet so much lost! He will definitely be missed and absolutely never forgotten!!!##imported-begin##Katie Luciano##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

My deepest condolences to Rsemary and family. I must say that Jack was a tough negotiator and definately made you earn anything that you got from him in negotiations. He was a man of his word, when he said he would do something he did it,either good or bad for you.
Jack was the kind of man that you loved to hate ;ie,in the work inviornment. Away from the table he was a lot of fun and extremely interesting. I learned a lot from Jack even tho we were acrossed the table from each other in many battles concerning Brown & Haley Candy Co.
Past Pres./ Bus. Agent Local # 126 BCTW Ron Kuhne##imported-begin##Ron Kuhne##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

Jack Connolly's "presence" seemed always to be a little bigger than life. We shared many happy, adventurous and laughable times especially during the famous Bosco Choir trip to Italy 15 years ago when our room assignment mistakenly coincided. He often reminded me that I had missed some fun. With Jack in a group, NO one missed any fun. I shall always remember him in his white suit, green tie and derby at the St. Patrick Day parties.##imported-begin##Judy Galbraith##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

My thoughts and prayer for your family in this difficult time.##imported-begin##David Cramer##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

Dear Rosemary and family,
We hold you in heart and prayer during this very difficult time in your lives. May the Lord grant you His peace and comfort and eternal rest for Jack. Blessings and love . . . Jim and Sue Davis##imported-begin##Jim and Sue Davis##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

Dear Rosemary, Jack, Angela and Family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of loss. May God bless and keep you in the palm of His hand.
In sympathy,
Andie and Bill##imported-begin##Andie & Bill Gernon##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

Dear Rosemary & Family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of Jack. May all your wonderful, special memories of him nuture you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Ed & Rita Phillips##imported-begin##Ed & Rita Phillips##imported-end##

Anonymous

1103w ago

Love you forever, Dad! You are the greatest!! Love always, Linda##imported-begin##Linda Snyder##imported-end##

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