Beatrice A. Connolly, 95, of Newtown died peacefully October 27, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Norwalk, May 10, 1918, the daughter of Minnie and Homer Brown.

Her daughter Gail Schiron, 11 beloved grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren survive Mrs Connolly. Her husband Edward Connolly, daughter Lorraine Orell and siblings Ethel, Alvin, and Mickey predeceased her.

Known as “Nana” to family and friends, she touched the hearts of all those she met and will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

A graveside service will take  place at Hillside Cemetery, 70 Ridgefield Road in Wilton, Thursday, November 7, at 11 am.

A committed animal lover, contributions in her memory can be made to Animals for Life of Middlebury at www.animalsforlifect.com.