Roger Eugene Connolly, age 67 of Shawano, passed away on Friday, January 29, 2021 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Shawano. Roger was born on September 10, 1953, to the late George and Betty (Christensen) Connolly in Sioux City, Iowa. On May 1, 1976, Roger was united in marriage to his first wife Lynn Schrader. On June 20, 1992, Roger was united in marriage to his current wife, Christine Schultz, in Milwaukee. Roger was a school bus driver in the community for over 40 years and loved his job. He also loved animals, cars, fishing, and golfing with his son. He loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Roger is survived by: his loving wife, Christine Connolly; his children, Rob (Trisha) Connolly of Green Bay and Karen "Casey" (Chris) Franklin of Kentucky; three grandchildren, J.R., Annie, and Rhonin; one sister, June Wawrzyniakowski; one brother, Bruce (Diane) Kosbab; his former wife, Lynn Connolly; and his beloved pets, Duke, Daisy, and Cuddles. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Betty; siblings, Sandra Smith, Charlene Brise, and George Connolly; and step-fathers, Fritz Kosbab and Gerald Wawrzyniakowski.

Memorial services for Roger are being planned for spring.