Nancy E. (Powers) Connelly

Nancy (Powers) Connelly, 72, of Everett, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 21, 2026, following a brief illness.

Born on September 7, 1953, in Chelsea, Nancy was the daughter of the late Robert and Lorraine (Politano) Powers. She will be remembered for her strong spirit, resilience, individuality, love for her family, and her deep faith.

Nancy found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved cooking, listening to music, and spending time on social media, especially playing Farmville. She was an active member of her local Bible Study group, where she found connection and community. She took great pride in her role as an Election Official/Clerk for the City of Everett. She also cherished her beloved cat, Benjamin.

Nancy is survived by her son, Jan “Butch” Jefgood and his wife, Rachel, and her daughter, Laurie McClellan, whom she loved. She is also survived by her granddaughters, Sophina and Giana, who held a special place in her heart.

She is further survived by her siblings: Maureen DiPierro and her husband, Giovanni; Valerie Slater and her husband, Don; Tom Powers and his wife, Carla; Kim Carney and her partner, Dan Hagerty; Kristine Babcock and her husband, Kevin; and Kathy Geary and her husband, Paul. Nancy also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and her special cousin and friend, Susan Aversa.

She was predeceased by her longtime partner, Danny Viveiros; her sister, Laurie Murphy; and her brother-in-law, Michael Carney.

Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM on Friday, May 15, 2026 in Saint Richard Church, 90 Forest Street, Danvers. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Nancy’s name to the Home for Little Wanders at https://www.thehome.org. Online directions and condolences are available at www.LyonsFuneral.com.