James Connelly Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Connelly of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, who passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 68, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Connelly to show support.
He was predeceased by: his grandparents, Hazel, Evans Connelly, Emmaline and Al Nafstad; his parents, Joyce Connelly and Evans Connelly; and his brother Mark Connelly.
He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth Squyer; his siblings, Kandi Sauer (Tim) and Chip Connelly (Molly Maher); his daughters, Kayla Heber (Jonathan), Alyssa Connelly (Spencer Schilling) and Rebecca Connelly (Zach Walters); his grandchildren, Jackson, Benjamin Heber, Elle and Mara Schilling; his stepchildren, Paul Squyer (Becky), Bill Squyer, Carla Heuer (Michael), Maggie Squyer (Jimmy Keating) and Helen Squyer; his stepgrandchildren, Liam Albus, Rosie, Emmett Heuer, Ophelia and Vivian Squyer; Carla Sahr of Pierre.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Sioux Empire Fastpitch Softball Association in memory of Jim Connelly.
