CONNOLLY, Gerard (Gerry)

CONNOLLY, Gerard (Gerry) - (Knightswood, Ballinafid, Multyfarnham, Co Westmeath; Principal of Oaklands Community College, Edenderry, Co Offaly). Gerry passed away peacefully on September 16, 2019, in the presence of his loving family, following an illness bravely borne and under the excellent care of the staff of Saint Luke's Hospital, Rathgar. Predeceased by his beloved daughter Emma, parents Jim and Anne and brother Michael. Beloved husband of Caroline (née Maxwell) and loving dad to Stephen. He is sadly missed by his heartbroken wife and loving son; sister Bridie; brothers Jimmy, Frank, Brendan, Oliver, John, Patrick and Declan; mother-in-law Bernadette; sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces; nephews; relatives; the staff and pupils of Oaklands Community College and a large circle of friends. Reposing at his home (Eircode N91 N9T8) today (Wednesday) from 3 o'c to 7 o'c. Removal to Saint Nicholas' Church, Multyfarnham tomorrow (Thursday) morning for Funeral Mass at 11.00 o'c. Private cremation will take place on Friday. Family flowers only. Donations, if desired to The Friends of Saint Luke's. Rest in Peace