Catherine M. Connelly - Obituary

atherine Connelly, 97, of Cape St. Claire, Annapolis, MD, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, due to congestive heart failure, following a brief illness. Born on July 18, 1927, in the City of Baltimore, Catherine spent her youth enjoying the country setting of Carroll County before settling in Cape St. Claire, where she resided for over 62 years. A devoted homemaker, Catherine found joy in the simple pleasures of life, dedicating her time and love to her family and community. Catherine was a faithful member of St. Andrew's By the Bay Catholic Church and a past president and member of the ladies auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus. She had a passion for spending time with her grandchildren, boating (despite never learning how to swim), and crabbing. Known for her generosity, she knitted shawls and hats for charities and delighted in solving word searches. Catherine also enjoyed playing the organ and had a sweet spot for M&M's, often found tucked away around her home. Her favorite saying, "I will be okay," reflected her resilient spirit. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Kenneth Lee Connelly, Sr. and three of her sons, Kenneth Connelly Jr. (Trixie), Timothy Connelly (DeDe), and Edward Connelly (Dianne). Catherine is survived by her sons, Robert Connelly (Deborah) of Winchendon, MA, and Daniel Connelly Sr. (Noreen) of Pasadena, MD and her daughters, Patricia Waller (Alvin) of Westchester, PA, Theresa Connelly (Patrick Lee) of Stevensville, MD, and Margaret Burkhart (Mark) of Pasadena, MD. Catherine leaves behind a legacy of love in her well over 50 grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends are invited to celebrate Catherine’s life at the Kalas Funeral Home & Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD on Thursday, February 13 from 4 to 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 620 N. Bestgate Rd., Annapolis, MD on Friday, February 14 at 10:30 am. Interment Maryland Veterans Cemetery in Crownsville at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Chesapeake (hospicechesapeake.org). Condolences may be made by using the Memories link on this page.