Connolly, Dr. Michael (Rhode, Co. Offaly and late of Clonskeagh, Dun Laoghaire, Dalkey, Rathmichael and Canada). Passed away peacefully, 25th August 2025 (unexpectedly) in Mullingar General Hospital, following a sudden illness. Predeceased by his beloved parents Mary (2003) and James Gerard “Gerry” (1993), his brother Anthony (2023) and his infant sister Elizabeth.
He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Imelda, his children Stephen (with Louise), Ronan (with Aline), Orla (with Stephen), and Leona (with Colm), his cherished grandchildren Dylan, Nicholas, Max, Art, Nessa and baby Cuan, his siblings Maura, James Gerard, Catherine and Siobhán, extended family, neighbours and a wide circle of friends.
A devoted teacher and builder of ideas, Michael taught Mathematics and Science at Sandymount High School in the 1970s. Together with his wife Imelda, he built and established The National Aquarium in Bray, Co. Wicklow. Having earned many qualifications including a PhD, he also published widely across several scientific disciplines.
May Michael’s gentle soul Rest in Peace.
Michael will repose at Massey Bros. Funeral Home, 5 Newtown Park (Off Newtown Park Avenue), Blackrock, Co. Dublin, A94 X308 on Friday 29th August from 5pm to 7pm. Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday 30th August at 10am at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Donnybrook, after which Michael will be laid to rest in Shanganagh Cemetery.
For those who cannot attend the service, you may view it live by clicking here.
All enquiries to Massey Bros., Blackrock on (01) 280 4454.
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