Monica CONNOLLY On Wednesday 19th August 2026, surrounded by her loving children, suddenly but peacefully 
Monica Theresa Connolly sadly passed away aged 74.
Loving wife of the late Paddy.
Monica leaves Children Monica, Patrick, Francess, Carlene and Carla and Many Grandchildren.
Cherished Sister to Eddie, Mick, Brendan and Antony.
Now reunited with her Brother’s and Sisters late Patsy, Kathleen and Bernadette Thomas, Danny, Wally and Vincent.
Monica was a loving Auntie to many Nieces and Nephews.

Monica will be greatly missed by all her Family & Friends. 

Monica’s family would like to express their extreme gratitude to all the Staff on Ward B14 at 
The Royal Blackburn Hospital for all the care & support received, and an extended thank you to Sophie and Ste.
Also a special thank you to Beth and her team at the ENT Unit at The Royal Blackburn Hospital for years of dedication and care. 

To Our Mum,
There are not enough words to describe the love & respect we hold for our hero, our monarch.
A mother who stood by us always and showed nothing but devotion, kindness, love and support 
to each person in and beyond our family.
Mum was a true warrior.
We would like to thank each and every one who has taken the time to check in with us and pay their 
respects at this incredibly difficult time.
Mum, we will talk about you daily, feel your presence guiding and protecting us in all we do.
We love you and will remember you always but most of all we are beyond proud of you !
MONICA’S WAY OR NO WAY! XXX 

The Funeral will take place at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Oswaldtwistle 
on Wednesday 9th September, service starting at 1:15 pm 
Followed by a celebration of life at The Accrington Crematorium.
The Funeral Cortege will be leaving Jenson’s Funeral Directors at 12:15 
to Downham Drive, then to Saint Mary’s 
Then to Accrington Crematorium At 2:20 PM 

Following the funeral, all are invited to the Whittaker’s Arms, Burnley Road 

Any Further Enquires to Jenson’s Funeral Directors 01254 492324