Kathleen Connolly, the parent of a former resident at Gabriel Homes, is a former longtime board member. One of her greatest achievements was being one of the pioneers of the annual Golf Tournament. Despite knowing little about the sport, she stepped up to run the event when the board first proposed the idea. Kathleen made the first tournament a success through the support of local faith leaders and her family.
"Kathleen, with her family and friends, strengthened our board through everyone's generosity and expertise," said Monsignor Bob Cilinski, former president of Gabriel Homes. "She is a champion of life and sees the worth in every person."
Her daughter Sarah brought great joy and leadership when she was a resident at Gabriel Homes, and staff and residents often cheer her praises to this day.