Seamus had many sporting interests
Séamus Connolly, Fatima Park, Dundalk, passed away peacefully on 27 April, 2020, in the wonderful care of the staff at the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit at Louth County Hospital.
He was beloved husband of his wife Margaret, and loving father of Kim, Bernie, Pauline, Joni, Séamus, Terri, Paul and Brendan; as well as being a much-loved grandfather and great-grandfather.
He was predeceased by his children, Joseph and Margaret who died in infancy, his father Michael, mother Bridget, brother Michael, and sisters, Anna and Mary.
After attending primary school, Séamus started an apprenticeship as a turner with GNR, Ardee Road, Dundalk.
For a short time, he worked at Whitegate Oil Refinery in
Cork. He returned to Dundalk and worked in Dundalk Engineering Works and S&S, Ardee Road for a number of years and then went to work in PJ Carroll’s until his retirement.
Séamus was a strong union man and represented his fellow workers as a shop steward throughout his working life.
He had a lifelong love of soccer and Gaelic football and was a member of Clan na Gael GFC.
He loved horse racing and spent many happy hours watching and attending race meetings in the company of his many great friends.
He had a passion for music. Roy Orbison, Pavarotti and The Three Tenors were some of his favourites.
Séamus is survived by his wife, Margaret; eight children, thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; brothers, Thomas and Brendan; sisters, Christina, Breda and
Alice; extended family members and friends.
After reposing at his home his remains were removed to St Joseph’s Church, Fatima where the funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr Vinod.
Unfortunately, under the strict protocol set down because of COVID-19, attendance at Séamus’ home and funeral had to be restricted.