Arlene J. Connolly

Arlene J. (Gonsalves) Connolly, 79, of New Bedford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, January 12, 2024. Born in New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Mary I Gonsalves and the loving wife of Edmund A. Connolly.

Arlene was a proud business owner of Cornerstone Craft Store for many years.

She is survived by her three daughters; Kimberly Besse and her husband Walter, Kelly Ryan and Kendra Rebello and her husband Kirt.

Arlene leaves behind one brother; Gregory Gonsalves of Lake City, Florida, many beautiful grandchildren; Christopher and his significant other, Michelle, Kevin, Kyle and his wife, Micki, Matthew, Kameron and his fiance, Madison, Camren, Miranda and Korey; great-grandchildren, Parker, Hazely and Peyson; sister-in-law, Jeanette Bluefort and spouse, Blue; brother-in-law, Paul Connolly; step-daughter, Latique "Tikki" Oliver and step-grandchildren, as well as, several cousins.

In accordance with her wishes Arlene will be cremated and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.