Mary Michael Connolly (1930-2025)

Returned to God on March 10, 2025

Sister Mary Michael Connolly, SNDdeN was born Loretta Ann Connolly in Woburn, Massachusetts, to parents John and Mary (Kelley) Connolly. She entered the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur in 1950, taking the name Sister Mary Michael.

Sister Mary Michael was a graduate of St. Charles High School in Woburn, Massachusetts, and later received a Geriatric Aide Certificate from Worcester State University. She took her first vows in 1953 and perpetual vows in 1958. For 75 years, she generously worked in various community service ministries. Her ministries brought her to our Notre Dame schools and convents in East Boston, Lynn, Wenham, Cambridge and Ipswich. For 20 years, Sister Mary Michael ministered in Worcester at Notre Dame du Lac as a Certified Nurse Assistant.

She was a much-loved Sister with a genuine interest in others, making her a beloved friend and confidante. Her compassion for others shone brightly, consistently making those around her feel special and valued. Whether through her thoughtful gestures or her ability to listen, Sister Mary Michael enriched the lives of everyone she encountered.

Updated in 2025