James P. Connelly

December 21, 1923 - June 12, 2018

James P. Connelly of Wilkes Barre, PA, passed away Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at Celtic Hospice in Wilkes Barre, he was 94. Born in Newark, NJ, he was a resident of West Bristol, PA for many years before moving to Wilkes Barre. Prior to his retirement James worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad, now Conrail for over 43 years. He enjoyed gardening, collecting trains and most importantly, loved his family. He is survived by his wife Loraine, his son William Connelly (Christine), his grandchildren, Amanda Collins, Ashlee and Ivy Connelly, his nephew, John Glita (MaryJane), his step children Terri Loy (John), Frank (Donna), Scott (Sharon), Ronald, William (Kathy), and Christopher (Lisa) Brophy, Lori Downs (Rick), Timothy (Danielle) and Patrick (Patti) Brophy. He was preceded in death by his mother, Anna and his first wife Norma, his son, James Connelly, Jr, his step daughter Kathy Orsino and his special daughter in law Bernadette Brophy. Family and friends are invited to attend his viewings on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 from 6-8pm and on Wednesday from 9:30 - 10:15am at the Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service 133 Otter St. Bristol, PA. His funeral mass will follow Wednesday at 11am at St. Thomas Aquinas Church Croydon, PA with interment in Bristol Cemetery. To sign the online guestbook or send a condolence visit www.moldenfuneralchapel.com.