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David Macconnell Obituary

Dec. 29, 1940 - March 21, 2008

David Paul MacConnell, 67, a 30-year resident of Solano County, died at David Grant Medical Center. Mr. MacConnell was born on Dec. 29, 1940 to Paul and Helen MacConnell.

David, a Vietnam veteran, proudly served in the U.S. Navy, retiring with 22 years of dedicated service to his country. After military life, he worked as informational technologist for many years. David was an active member of the Masonic Naval Lodge

No. 87, York and Scottish Rites AMD, Eastern Star, Solano and Montezuma Shrine, Sojourners and Heroes, and served as a DeMolay Dad for the Vallejo Chapter for many years. His life revolved around his family and nothing was of greater importance than his four grandchildren. David also enjoyed traveling.

He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Jeanne; sons, John and Mark; a brother, four sisters and four grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at the Masonic Lodge, 101 Temple Way, at 11 a.m. Saturday. Burial will be private at Sacramento Valley VA National Cemetery, Dixon. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Sacramento. The family of Mr. MacConnell is being cared for by Bryan Baker Funeral Home, 1850 West Texas St., Fairfield. 425-4697.

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Published by Times Herald Online on Mar. 25, 2008.

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Catherine Ames

April 10, 2008

To the MacConnell Family,

I am sorry. I just heard about your lose. Mr. MacConnell was a great person. I am glad i had a chance to be involved with Vallejo DeMolay while he was the DeMolay Dad. He made a big difference to many boys lifes.

Bill and Mary Fox

March 27, 2008

Dave was a great friend to our family for over 40 years, going back to our days when we were stationed in Hawaii together. His sense of humor and caring ways always made him easy to be around. We will miss him, and send Jeanne and family our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Anita Patton and family (formerly of Vallejo/Widenmann School)

March 25, 2008

Jeanne-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May God's presence, the memories you shared and the love of friends help you through the days ahead!

Elmer & Evelyn Curtis

March 25, 2008

We have lost a very important member of our everday life. Our heart-felt condolences to Jeannie and their family.

Mike and Kathy Solon

March 25, 2008

Our sympathy to Jeanne and family regarding the loss of your loving husband, father, and grandfather. We enjoyed being your neighbors while we lived in Vallejo 8 years ago. David was a very nice man and we were glad to have known him.

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