Background
Connelly, John Francis was born on March 4, 1905 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Connelly, John Francis was born on March 4, 1905 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
Doctor of Laws (honorary), LaSalle College, Villanova University, 1958.
Director Crown Cork & Seal Company, Philadelphia since 1956, President 1957-1976, Chairman since 1957, Chief Executive Officer 1979-1989. Chairman Connelly Containers Inc. Honorary Doctor of Laws (La Salle College, Villanova University).
Chairman Archbishop's laity committee.
Married Josephine O'Neill, April 1938. Children: Josephine, Emily, John, Thomas, Judith, Christine.