William Connolly

Mystic — William Connolly, better known as “Everett,” 86, beloved husband of Marian for more than 64 years, passed away June 17, 2017, at the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London. He was born Sept. 24, 1930, in New London.

Everett was the son of the late John and Anna Connolly. He graduated from New London High School, served in the U.S. Marine Corps and retired from General Dynamics.

He is survived by his wife, Marian; daughter Sharon Connolly and her fiancé, Michael Lame; son Jeffrey Connolly and his wife, Laura; granddaughters Sari Palumbo and her husband, Michael, Nichole Richman and her husband, Daniel, Gwenyth Connolly and Eliza Connolly; and three great-granddaughters, Charlotte and Claire Richman, and Skylar Palumbo. He was predeceased by his siblings, Elizabeth DeCourcey, Joseph Connolly and Robert Connolly. Everett also leaves behind his dear extended family and friends. He will be deeply missed by his family. Rest in peace my love.

Everett’s family will greet relatives and friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl St., Mystic. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 21, at the funeral home. Burial will be private for the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Everett Connolly to Lawrence + Memorial Hospital c/o Office of Development, 365 Montauk Ave., New London, CT 06320.