I attended school with Bill at Christ the King Elementary, class of '53, and St. Thomas High School, class of '57. Bill was one of the good guys, gentle and kind. I am sorry to hear of his passing, may he rest in peace. My condolences to his family.
Johnny Maduzia
January 26, 2017 | Houston, TX
William “Bill” Henry Mc Connell, Jr., a loving husband, father, and grandfather died on Friday, December 30, 2016 at the age of 77 at Houston Methodist Hospital.
Bill Mc Connell was born on February 27, 1939, in Houston, TX, the son of Ruby and William Henry McConnell. He was a graduate of St. Thomas High School. After attending Texas A&M and completing coursework at a technical trade school, Bill worked as a draftsman in the Oil & Gas Industry for over 30 years.
Pa, as he was referred to by his family, was a gentle giant that his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren describe as kind, brilliant, patient, thoughtful, honest, dependable, principled, and witty. He loved to fish, hunt, cook, travel, and attend sporting events played by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. As his various awards and trophies attest, Bill was a talented steel guitar player, bowler, bass fisherman, and football player in his youth.
Recently, Bill would sit with his beloved wife Elaine and listen to the latest stories of his children and grandchildren, reminisce about the previous good times, and plan for the next family gathering to include great food with late-night game-playing. As an active member of Glorious Way Church for over twelve years, both Bill and Elaine also enjoyed many evenings of table talk and card games with their extended church family and friends.
Bill Mc Connell is survived by his wife of forty one years, Elaine. He is also survived by his son, Tony Conway; son, Steve Welsh; daughter, Sheila Shook; son, Jeff and his wife, Melissa; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; his sister, Freida Ferrata; nephew, John Ferrata and wife, Robin; nephew, Paul Ferrata and wife, Nicole; as well as 18 great nieces and great nephews.
We mourn the loss of a loyal husband, loving father and grandfather, and true friend to many, yet we rejoice in the knowledge that William “Bill” Mc Connell is now receiving his eternal reward.
Bill, you will be missed by many and never replaced or forgotten.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial gifts in honor of Bill McConnell to: Glorious Way Church, 11611 Champion Forest Drive, Houston, TX 77066
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