Mr. McConnell was of the Christian faith. He was a life member of VFW Post #7428 and American Legion Post #286. His hobbies included fishing and the outdoors.
Survivors include his wife, Gisela McConnell, Colorado Springs, Colorado; one son, Winfred L. McConnell, Colorado Springs, Colorado; two grandchildren: Michelle Flansburgh, Liberal, Kansas; and Brandon McConnell, Colorado Springs, Colorado; and two great-grandchildren: Brian Flansburgh and Desiray Flansburgh. He was preceded in death by one son, Michael McConnell.
Cremation took place and a private inurnment was conducted October 24, 2009 at the Hoisington Cemetery. Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.












