Connolly, Marion Florence (Cullymore) – It is with love and gratitude that we remember Marion Florence (Cullymore) Connolly of Wolfville, who was born in 1927, in Halifax. After completing a secretarial course, Marion worked at the Halifax Dockyards, the Shipyards, and the Dominion Store Company.
Marion was a devoted wife and mother, raising four sons with her loving husband, Edward Connolly (1925–2017), her partner of 69 years. Together they built several homes and shared a full and happy life. Upon retiring to Wolfville in 1980, they enjoyed many wonderful years together.
A talented and passionate artist, Marion refined her painting skills well into her 90s. She was a member of both the Bluenose Valley Decorative Artists and the Annapolis Valley Decorative Artists groups. Her many talents extended beyond art—she volunteered generously in her community and took part in activities such as curling, lawn bowling, and parish life as a faithful Catholic.
Marion was an avid gardener and reader, often juggling two or three books at a time. She and Ed also shared a love of travel, spending time in Europe and across Canada while stationed with the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as enjoying vacations in Alaska and the Dominican Republic.
Marion was predeceased by her parents, John “Jack” Herbert Cullymore and Mary Rita (Power) Cullymore; her sister, Mae; and her brother, William.
She is survived by her sister, Joan (Francis) Murphy; her brother, Donald Cullymore; and her sons, John (Carol), Michael (Cathy), Patrick (Darlene), and Christopher (Cindy).
She will also be warmly remembered by her grandchildren, Jaret (Cathy Champoux), Gillian (Eric Sproul), Brent (Brenna Shand), Kyle (Rebecca Betts), and David (Gabrielle Gesner); as well as her great-grandchildren, Dagney, Jasper, Allison, Isla, Ewan, Liam, Ryan, and Clara.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to those who cared for Marion in recent years.
Cremation has taken place, with burial to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Marion, please consider giving to an art charity such as Nova Scotia Talent Trust, NSCAD University or a charity of your choice.
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