Jerome Patrick Connell
April 29, 1937 ~ July 17, 2016
Jerome Patrick Connell, 79, of Weirton, passed away Sunday, July 17, 2016 at his home. He was born April 29, 1937 in Weirton, a son of the late James Edward and Josephine Bright Connell. He was also preceded in death by his wife and love of his life Rose Mary Rusinovich Connell and brother James "Sonny" Connell, Jr.
With over 30 years of service, Mr. Connell retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as a Rigger. He served in the US Army and was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church. Jerome was a history buff but thoroughly enjoyed traveling to the south and northwest United States, but truly loved the beach time spent with his grandchildren.
Jerome is survived by his daughters Rose Ann Connell Wargacki of Lebanon, OH, Mary (Craig) Flowers of Weirton and Gloria (John) Guio of Ashburn, VA; brothers John "Jack" (Mary Jo) Connell of Maryland, Thomas (Irene) Connell of Pittsburgh, PA, Robert (Ruth) Connell and Timothy (Chris) Connell all of Weirton; sisters Dorothy Martin of New Cumberland, WV, Carol (Salvadore) Trullijo of Weirton and Patricia Brock of California; grandchildren Lauren, Rachel, Matthew, Emily and Ashley and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Wednesday 2-4 and 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am Thursday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with Father Walter M. Jagela officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 10686 State Route 150, Rayland, OH 43943.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Have many memories with Jerry and Rosie when you girls were younger. Sorry we couldn’t be there with you but Jack’s health wouldn’t let us. Thinking of you and praying for you
Rose and Family, Our condolences to you.. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Bill and Paulette Galiotos
I love you Rose, Mary, and Gloria. The one thing that we can rejoice in is knowing that Uncle Jerry is with The Lord, and celebrating your Mom’s birthday with her today. I’ll be seeing you all soon. If there’s anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to ask. <3
Rose, My condolences to you and your family. God Bless.
Rose & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you &I hop you can find comfort in knowing that he is in a much better Place now & together with your Mom once again. Hugs…
Rose & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & I hope you can find comfort in knowing that he is in a much better Place now & together with your Mom once again. Hugs…
Rose and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers and God Bless you all in this difficult time. Your dad will be missed.
Rose and Family, So sorry to hear of your loss. We loved getting to know your Dad when he came for visits. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rose and Family, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Please accept our condolences, just know that we are here for you, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Big hugs…
Rose, Lauren, Spencer, Rachel, Matt, and family…we are so sorry for the loss of your father/grandfather. We hope that you are comforted knowing that he is with your mother/grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Love the Harrison’s…Dave, Kelly, Jenny, Chris, and Alex
I am so sorry for your loss, Rose. Prayers are with you.
To Jerrys Family: Sorry for your loss – with a tear of sadness and a tear of fond memories – “Boomer” was my mentor – took me under his wing thru out the years – would love to see him run for one more touchdown – Thank you “Boomer” for all your guidance and especially your friendship
Mary, Craig, Emily and Connell family. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you through this difficult time.
Rose, Gloria & Mary, My thoughts & prayers are with you. May God give you comfort and keep you in His loving arms.
My most sincere sympathy to the family on the passing away of your loved one. True comfort comes in knowing that death does not come from God. For He (God), promises to do away with death forever.( Heb 2:14; Isaiah 25:8)
I am so sorry that Jerry has passed , I am sure he is with his beloved RoseAnn. It seems this time in our lives we really have to Thank God for the time we enjoyed here on earth. We keep our prayers and thoughts for you and all the family. God Bless you and give you peace…Love , Nancy Reed , formerly of Weirton
Gloria and Family, so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers to you in this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to the Connell family. To Tim, whom I know, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your familyon the loss of your brother. May he rest in peace and be held in the palm of Jesus\’ hand. May God bless and comfort your family.