CONNOLLY, Mary M. (Costello) “Miki” of Dedham, formerly of Roslindale, and Jamaica Plain, passed away on January 17, 2022. Daughter of the late Kevin E. and Marion T. (Costello) Costello. Devoted mother of Stephan Connolly and his wife Kathryn of West Roxbury, and Kevin Connolly and his wife Lisa of Kennebunk, Maine. Loving grandmother of Nora, Evelyn, Ellen, and Hazel Connolly.
Sister of Kerry Costello, Eileen Costello, and Kevin Costello and his wife Jennifer and the late Patricia Michienzie. Loving aunt of Christopher Aker, Kerry Connor, Angela DePaul, Maeghan Michienzie, Daniel Costello, and Michael Costello.
Mary Connolly, affectionately known as Miki by those that knew her longest, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She lived her life with an uncompromising spirit, and a never ending passion for helping others while living each day to the absolute fullest.
A graduate of Mission Hill High School, she eventually studied at UMass Boston where she obtained her nursing degree. She spent her adult life working as a nurse, caring and advocating for others, and treating everyone she had the privilege of helping as if they were family. She took tremendous pride in this part of her life, and this same passion guided her personal life as well. Nothing was ever more important to her than her family, starting with her children, Stephan and Kevin. She was a constant presence in their lives, and found so much joy being “Grammy” to her granddaughters. Spending time with them, watching the girls play sports, or just having them over Grammy’s house for Tea parties and play time was among her favorite things to do. Her only regret is that she won't meet her 5th grandchild, due in February.
She also loved all things Boston, especially the Red Sox. Plans were already underway to travel to Cooperstown for Big Papi's Hall of Fame ceremony. She was equally passionate about all her beliefs. She took tremendous pride in participating with her sister Kerry in the Women’s March in Washington, DC and dedicated much of her time and energy to charitable causes. Most notable was her 40 year involvement in the JayCees organization and the T.O.N.Y. awards programs that grant scholarships to ten Norwood High School students every year.
In her free time, she loved an adventure, especially if it involved traveling, food, wine or the pursuit of a good bargain. There really wasn’t anywhere she wouldn’t go, but it was her several trips to France and the relationships she made there that were always very special to her. She brought so much joy and laughter to everyone she met. She truly treasured each relationship, maintaining several friendships throughout her entire life.
Visiting hours will be held at the George F. Doherty & Sons Wilson-Cannon Funeral Home 456 High St. Dedham on Friday, January 21st from 4-8pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Saturday, January 22nd at 9am, followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Dedham, at 10am. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Roslindale. Expressions of sympathy may be made in Mary’s memory to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284.