CONNELLY JOSEPH R. Age 73, of Oakmont, passed peacefully on July 30, 2017. Son of the late Sophia Walcroft and the late Karl Connelly; beloved father of Joanne M. Connelly and stepson, Richard Mergenthaler; loving grandfather of Natalie Bugna. Joseph was a successful entrepreneur who founded, owned, and operated Connelly Custom Canvas Products for 37 years before retiring. He was an avid gardener and could often be found tending to his koi pond and Oakmont's bird population. He also loved spending time with his precious granddaughter, Natalie. No services will be held but memorial contributions may be made in Joseph's name to Animal Friends, 562 Camp Horne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or online at thinkingoutsidethecage.org . Arrangements entrusted to ENGLISH FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Oakmont, PA. Online condolences may be made to: englishfuneralhome.com Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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