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Claudia R. Connelly

May 8, 1949 — March 3, 2024

Manheim

   Claudia R. Connelly, 74 of Manheim, died peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Born in Lancaster Township, she was the daughter of the late Harold E. and June Seachrist Eshleman. Claudia was the loving wife of Terry L. Connelly and they observed their 55th wedding anniversary in May of last year.  Claudia worked as a sales representative for Home Interiors; she continued working in sales for Myer’s Furniture in Manheim until her retirement. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Manheim; and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Hope Fire Engine and Hose Company Number One of Manheim. She was an avid reader, enjoyed the beach and spending time at the family cabin in Perry County. 

   Surviving in addition to her husband Terry, is a daughter, Kelly L. wife of Todd Lyons of Virginia Beach, VA, two grandchildren, Tyler and Katelyn Lyons, and a brother, J. Michael husband of Terrie Eshleman of Manheim. She is preceded in death by a brother, C. David Eshleman.

   All are invited to a Gathering of Friends and Family at the Buch Funeral Home, 21 Market Square, Manheim, on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 2:30 PM. There will be a viewing at the funeral home on Saturday afternoon from 1:30 PM until the time of the gathering. Interment will be in Hernley Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent in Claudia’s memory to Hope Fire Engine and Hose Company Number One of Manheim, 83 South Main Street, Manheim, PA 17545. 
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