Born in Passaic, James lived in Beachwood before moving to Woodland Park eight years ago. He had been employed at various restaurants as a waiter. He was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys and was a good friend to all.
He was a parishioner of Sacred Heart RC Church, Clifton.
James was predeceased by his father, James Connolly in 2010.
He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Debra Schweighardt Connolly; brother, Joseph A. Connolly; and grandmother, Rose Schweighardt.
Services are scheduled for 9:15 a.m. Monday at the Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Sacred Heart RC Church, 145 Randolph Ave., in Clifton. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Paterson.
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