Connors, Gloria A. – Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gloria Connors, a woman best described as totally devoted to her family.

Gloria was born in the Bronx in July 1952 and passed away at Calvary Hospital on the morning of November 29 with her husband, Jim, by her side.

She was the first child born to Jackie and John Ciccarelli into a huge Italian-American family. She was the older sister to Toni and made lifelong friends growing up in the Eastchester section of the Bronx. Gloria married her prom date (also Jim Connors) when she was 20. They remained “smitten” with each other for the next half century celebrating their golden anniversary in 2024.

Gloria spent ten years as a medical secretary in the Neurology Department at Montefiore Medical Center. She was the mother to three children, Nick, Pat, and Jamie. She became famous for making her meatballs, chicken cutlets, Toll House bars and being a St. Eugene’s School basketball superfan. She was an enthusiastic class mother, later selected as President of the Home School Association, coordinating innumerable events at the church and school. She served as assistant coach for the varsity cheerleading team and as her children grew, Gloria spent significant time serving as a volunteer recreational assistant at Blythedale Children’s Hospital in Westchester. Gloria also served as a kindergarten aid at St Eugene’s, before caring for her grandchildren as a full time “GG.”

Her greatest pleasure was spending time with her 3 children and 10 grandchildren and loved any beach especially if her little ones were nearby. She was a force of love and laughter and will be sorely missed.

Gloria will be remembered and celebrated on Monday, 12/1 from 5 PM – 8 PM and Tuesday, 12/2 from 2 PM – 4 PM and 6 PM – 8 PM at McGrath & Son Funeral Home in Bronxville, NY. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Church in Bronxville followed by a burial at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Hawthorne, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Calvary Hospital in the Bronx, NY.

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Katie Mayne says
November 30, 2025 at 1:51 pm

Sending you all so much love & strength during this difficult time. She is with you all forever 🦋🩵
Martin Kehayas says
November 30, 2025 at 3:09 pm

My deepest condolences to Jimmy, Nick, Pat, Jamie and your entire family.
Deirdre Kehayas says
November 30, 2025 at 4:52 pm

Mrs. Connors was one of a kind. She always greeted you with a smile and a hug and told you how much she loved you! She will be missed by all those who knew and loved her. Thinking of the entire Connors family.
Pearlene Watkins says
November 30, 2025 at 6:50 pm

Gloria you will always remain in my heart. You gave me so much love. Jim, Nick, Pat Jamie, my heart feels your heart and may God lift you up in strength to help you through. Always, Pearlene
Ann Post says
December 1, 2025 at 7:57 am

Remembering you fondly and your kind ways with the children . Rest in peace and rise in glory .
Christine Riedinger says
December 1, 2025 at 9:03 pm

Dear Jimmy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of you and Gloria and Barbara and Mickey back in our earlier years. I’m thinking of you and keeping you, your family and Gloria in my prayers. I hope you find comfort in your children and grandchildren💔 God Bless you all. Christine Fallon
angela Mccormack says
December 3, 2025 at 4:34 pm

Dear Jimmy and family so very sorry for your loss. Gloria was wonderful and one of the fun cousins.
Saying prayers for all of you.
Love Angela and Jim McCormack
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Anne says
December 27, 2025 at 4:14 pm

Such a fabulous lady, such a sad loss. Thinking of Jim & the family and sending love across the waters. RIP my Chicca until next time xx

Connors, Gloria A. July 6, 1952 - November 29, 2025

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