Connolly, Lee Gordon – Age 75 of Truro, passed away suddenly on October 20, 2017, in Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro. Born in Onslow Mountain, he was a son of the late Lester and Sadie (McCallum) Connolly.

Lee enjoyed many years of coaching ball with children of all ages. He was a proud member of A.A. for over 40 years.

Surviving are his wife, the former Geraldine “Gasha” Cox; daughter, Laura Lee Connolly (Edward Mansfield); grandchildren, Alecia Mansfield, Jasmine Mansfield; brother, George (Becky). He was predeceased by son, Richard Edward; niece, Dianne; siblings, Gladys Traicheff, Eileen Connolly, Ruth Williams, Lloyd, Adam, David, Richard, Doreen in infancy; sister-in-law, Whilamina Campbell; brothers-in-law, George Campbell, Jack Cox.

Cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held Friday at 2 p.m. in Immaculate Conception Parish, Truro, Father Dariusz Miskowicz officiating. Reception to follow in Campbell Hall. Burial will be in Robie Street Cemetery at a later date. Donations in memory of Lee may be made to Sanctuary Project for Immaculate Conception Parish.

Arrangements are under the direction of Arimathea Funeral Cooperative, Upper Musquodoboit. www.arimatheafuneral.ca