Mattie Connolly was born in New York, on January 5, 1940, to his parents Lena & Peter Connolly (RIP). When Mattie was 6 years old, his family moved to Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, where he remained until returning to NY in 1960. He then enlisted in the United States Army, where he served his countryContinue Reading
Mattie Connolly was born in New York, on January 5, 1940, to his parents Lena & Peter Connolly (RIP). When Mattie was 6 years old, his family moved to Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, Ireland, where he remained until returning to NY in 1960. He then enlisted in the United States Army, where he served his country proudly. In 1963, Mattie formed the Majestic Showband with his sister Mary, Peter, Martin Mulhaire, Arthur Sherry and Johnny Hanley. They were the resident band at the Red Mill in the Bronx, playing three nights a week for ten consecutive years. Mattie was a carpenter who worked in the NYC tunnels and heavy construction projects for years before joining the NYC Parks Department, where he retired in 2012. Mattie lived and raised his family in Richmond Hill, Queens and then Norwalk, CT until 6/2023. Mattie then moved to Massapequa, Long Island. Mattie is survived by his loving wife Bridget, sons Brian (Eileen), Matthew (Daria), Patrick (Kristen) and daughter Deirdre. He is survived by 9 grandchildren (Aidan, Kate, Danny, Matthew Jr., Savana, Lauren, Kieran, Liam & Gabby) and 6 granddogs (Ollie, Bozley, Bradley, Lola, Finley and Tucker). Mattie is also survived by his sister Mary Connolly Sherry, many nieces, nephews and extended family.
In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Mattie’s name to any of the following charities:
WFUV Fordham University Radio – A Thousand Welcomes or Ceol na nGael
Project Children
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bridget carmody
left a message on April 9, 2024:
Condolences to Bridget and the Connelly family, also to Mary Connelly Sherry.
I enjoyed, dancing to the Majestic show-band for many years, great entertainment!
Rest in Peace Matty
Bridget Carmody
Mary Heslin & family, Co. Leitrim.
left a message on April 7, 2024:
Sincere sympathy to Bridget and the Connolly family on the death of Mattie. We are very sorry to hear your sad news. We have fond memories of meeting Mattie who was a gentleman and a wonderful musician. May he rest in peace after a life very well lived.
Cathy Wilde
left a message on April 5, 2024:
Mattie was a brilliant musician and such an encouraging friend to uilleann pipers one and all. I so enjoyed tunes and chats with him during his visits to The Northeast Tionól over the years. My deepest condolences, and I'm wishing you all comfort in what must be some truly wonderful memories.
Patricia McCormack -Connecticut, Roscommon.
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and the Connolly family on your great loss. Matthew left a giant imprint on the hearts of all who knew him. The funeral Mass and music was beautiful. May he rest in peace.
John Morrin and Carmel, Olly and Frances Sagrott
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Remembering all of the happy times shared with Mattie and all the family through the years. We were honoured that Mattie sung at Carmel & Mark's wedding in 1995 - having lost Mark only two weeks ago, we treasure such special memories x
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mike and Josephine Wade
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and family and Mary Sherry and the entire Connolly families and their relatives and friends. May Mattie rest in peace. He was a great man, friend and gentleman and musician.
Margaret Mitchell
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Dear Bridget and Connolly family, my condolences to you all on the great loss of your beautiful husband and father .
May you Rest In Peace Mattie ..
Mattie and his band was the highlight of Johnny and my weekends in the our days going out together , the greatest time of those years …
Sending you all my love and prayers , sorry I didn’t get to be there with you today I’m still in Florida, I watched the mass , it was so beautiful and the music was outstanding, what a tremendous sendoff, for you Mattie .
Love Margaret Mitchell ❤️🙏🤗😘
Bridie Kelly
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and all the family on the passing of Mattie, thinking if you all Bridie Kelly
The Heskin Family
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mattie. All of us (Tommy, Mary, Claire, Arlene, Denise and Margaret along with John and Agnes in heaven) have so many happy memories of Mattie and the family. We are happy to support Mattie’s memory thru Fordham Radio - A thousand welcomes.
Mark & Kristen Fox
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Mattie. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Purple Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Mark & Kristen Fox. Send Flowers
Robert musmacker
left a message on April 3, 2024:
I have known the Connolly family for many of years. I recall one memory when I was just a little boy visiting my aunt who lived right next door to Mr. Connelly and he used to always be friendly and he would always asked how I was doing. He always had a smile on his face. I am truly saddened by his passing he was just so amazing. He will be truly missed by all that knew him may he rest in peace
O'Kane Realty
left a message on April 3, 2024:
All of us at O'Kane Realty would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Connolly family during this difficult time.
Anonymous
left a message on April 3, 2024:
We are all sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family. Sincerely, Best BC Class 24
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Joseph & Linda Pulsonetti
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Matthew Connolly . Plant a Tree
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Thank you, Mattie, for your music and friendship. Deepest condolences to all the Connolly family. In sympathy,
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rosemarie/Kevin Nealon
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God bless you.
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Peace, prayers and blessings to the Connolly family during this difficult time.
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
With love, The McKenna Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by With love, The McKenna Family. Send Flowers
John Jennings
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Sincere sympathy to Bridget & family and all the extended Connolly & Varley family members, on the death of Matty. May he rest in peace.
The Burrows Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Eternal rest grant unto them, OLord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God.RIP
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The Burrows Family. Send Flowers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Himrod St
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest condolences to the family from the members of Himrod St E271/L124Batt 28
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Himrod St. Send Flowers
Willie Forde- Drumlish Longford
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest Sympathies to all the Connolly family on your loss.
The Probst Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Connolly family. May God Bless the soul of Mr. Connolly.
Pink Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The Probst Family. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest condolences, from the officers and members of E-275 / L-133
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
The St. Jeanos Family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.The St. Jeanos Family
Heaven's Comfort was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The St. Jeanos Family. Send Flowers
Massapequa Funeral Home
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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bridget carmody
left a message on April 9, 2024:
Condolences to Bridget and the Connelly family, also to Mary Connelly Sherry.
I enjoyed, dancing to the Majestic show-band for many years, great entertainment!
Rest in Peace Matty
Bridget Carmody
Mary Heslin & family, Co. Leitrim.
left a message on April 7, 2024:
Sincere sympathy to Bridget and the Connolly family on the death of Mattie. We are very sorry to hear your sad news. We have fond memories of meeting Mattie who was a gentleman and a wonderful musician. May he rest in peace after a life very well lived.
Cathy Wilde
left a message on April 5, 2024:
Mattie was a brilliant musician and such an encouraging friend to uilleann pipers one and all. I so enjoyed tunes and chats with him during his visits to The Northeast Tionól over the years. My deepest condolences, and I'm wishing you all comfort in what must be some truly wonderful memories.
Patricia McCormack -Connecticut, Roscommon.
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and the Connolly family on your great loss. Matthew left a giant imprint on the hearts of all who knew him. The funeral Mass and music was beautiful. May he rest in peace.
John Morrin and Carmel, Olly and Frances Sagrott
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Remembering all of the happy times shared with Mattie and all the family through the years. We were honoured that Mattie sung at Carmel & Mark's wedding in 1995 - having lost Mark only two weeks ago, we treasure such special memories x
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mike and Josephine Wade
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and family and Mary Sherry and the entire Connolly families and their relatives and friends. May Mattie rest in peace. He was a great man, friend and gentleman and musician.
Margaret Mitchell
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Dear Bridget and Connolly family, my condolences to you all on the great loss of your beautiful husband and father .
May you Rest In Peace Mattie ..
Mattie and his band was the highlight of Johnny and my weekends in the our days going out together , the greatest time of those years …
Sending you all my love and prayers , sorry I didn’t get to be there with you today I’m still in Florida, I watched the mass , it was so beautiful and the music was outstanding, what a tremendous sendoff, for you Mattie .
Love Margaret Mitchell ❤️🙏🤗😘
Bridie Kelly
left a message on April 4, 2024:
Sincere condolences to Bridget and all the family on the passing of Mattie, thinking if you all Bridie Kelly
The Heskin Family
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Mattie. All of us (Tommy, Mary, Claire, Arlene, Denise and Margaret along with John and Agnes in heaven) have so many happy memories of Mattie and the family. We are happy to support Mattie’s memory thru Fordham Radio - A thousand welcomes.
Mark & Kristen Fox
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the passing of Mattie. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Purple Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Mark & Kristen Fox. Send Flowers
Robert musmacker
left a message on April 3, 2024:
I have known the Connolly family for many of years. I recall one memory when I was just a little boy visiting my aunt who lived right next door to Mr. Connelly and he used to always be friendly and he would always asked how I was doing. He always had a smile on his face. I am truly saddened by his passing he was just so amazing. He will be truly missed by all that knew him may he rest in peace
O'Kane Realty
left a message on April 3, 2024:
All of us at O'Kane Realty would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Connolly family during this difficult time.
Anonymous
left a message on April 3, 2024:
We are all sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you and your family. Sincerely, Best BC Class 24
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Matthew Connolly . Plant a Tree
Joseph & Linda Pulsonetti
left a message on April 3, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of Matthew Connolly . Plant a Tree
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Thank you, Mattie, for your music and friendship. Deepest condolences to all the Connolly family. In sympathy,
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rosemarie/Kevin Nealon
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God bless you.
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Peace, prayers and blessings to the Connolly family during this difficult time.
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
With love, The McKenna Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by With love, The McKenna Family. Send Flowers
John Jennings
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Sincere sympathy to Bridget & family and all the extended Connolly & Varley family members, on the death of Matty. May he rest in peace.
The Burrows Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Eternal rest grant unto them, OLord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God.RIP
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The Burrows Family. Send Flowers
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Himrod St
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest condolences to the family from the members of Himrod St E271/L124Batt 28
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Himrod St. Send Flowers
Willie Forde- Drumlish Longford
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest Sympathies to all the Connolly family on your loss.
The Probst Family
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Connolly family. May God Bless the soul of Mr. Connolly.
Pink Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The Probst Family. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on April 2, 2024:
Deepest condolences, from the officers and members of E-275 / L-133
White Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by Anonymous. Send Flowers
The St. Jeanos Family
left a message on April 1, 2024:
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.The St. Jeanos Family
Heaven's Comfort was purchased for the family of Matthew Connolly by The St. Jeanos Family. Send Flowers
Massapequa Funeral Home
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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