Donna L Conley

Donna L. Conley, age 70, passed away peacefully on May 9th at Backus Hospital surrounded by her family. Donna was born September 4, 1947 in Brooklyn, NY to Max and Marguerite Garcia. She grew up in New London CT and graduated from New London High School. Donna was involved in youth sports and was a volunteer for New London American Little League and New London Babe Ruth. She could be found on a baseball field on any given weekend. Donna was also involved in New London Cub Scouts. She was an avid Red Sox fan and never met a cat she didn't love. Donna was a kind and caring person. Donna loved music and shared that love with her son and his friends, taking them to many concerts. Her passion was for Bon Jovi but she always had an open ear to new music. Donna retired after many years of service for Aramark Food Services at the New London Coast Guard Academy.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Brian and Beth Conley, grandchildren Brady and Ava Conley and sister-in-law Carol Garcia. She is predeceased by her brother Armand Garcia.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, May 24th from 6:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m. at Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 181 Ocean Avenue, New London, CT. A graveside service will take place on Friday, May 25th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Cemetery, New London, CT.