Connelly, Gary R., 65, born in the Bronx, N.Y. passed away on November 14, 2014 in Tampa, Florida. Gary proudly served in the US Air Force and marched in the U.S. Air Force Drum and Bugle Corps. In his youth he marched with the Midshipmen, N.Y. Knickerbockers, and the N.Y. Skyliners Drum and Bugle Corp. He was also a former volunteer with the N.J. Jaycees. Gary is survived by his wife Clare of 29 years; son, Shawn; daughter, Jessica and her husband Kevin; granddaughter, Savannah. There will be a memorial gathering on Thursday, November 20, 2014 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Serenity Meadows Funeral Home.