Robert F. Connolly

December 3, 1934 - June 28, 2018

Robert F. Connolly, 83, of Tinton Falls, NJ passed away on Thursday June 28, 2018 at the Imperial Healthcare, Neptune. Robert was born in Jersey City to John and Ruth Connolly in 1934. He graduated from Middletown Twp. High school in 1953 and from Monmouth Junior College (Monmouth University) in 1956. Robert began his career with New Jersey Bell Telephone in 1954 working in the Middletown area before retiring as manager in 1998. He served in the United States Army stationed in Germany from 1961 to 1963 where he attained the rank of Sergeant. Robert loved his family and took great pride in his home that was admired by so many. Robert and his wife Joan spent many happy years skiing in New Hampshire with many great friends. He is predeceased by his parents John and Ruth Connolly and his brother Jack Connolly. Surviving is his loving wife and high school sweetheart of 62 years Joan (Geoghan) Connolly, his son Chris Connolly, his daughter Erin Paine and her husband Gavin, Colleen Connolly and his cherished granddaughters Clare, Brenna and Kimberly. All services were held privately at the request of the family. Donations in his memory may be made to the Carmelite Monastery, 26 Harmony School, Flemington, NJ 08822. For online condolences please visit Robert’s memorial page at www.bongarzonefuneralhome.com.