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Mac was born to Fay F. McConnell and Eleanor Kerr on Jan. 2, 1934, on a ranch outside Loveland, Colo. He grew up riding, hunting, fishing and working hard. At 18, he joined the Navy and spent four years as an electrician's mate.
After his Navy service, Mac spent several years working at an Atomics International experimental nuclear site. Then he opened McConnell Electric in Green River, Wyo. He was well-known for work in the oil patch and other industrial areas.
Arriving in Alaska, he went to work on the North Slope and later in Healy and Valdez. His last big job before retirement was as general electrical foreman on the AIS plant in Anchorage. He was a member of IBEW Local 1547.
Mac lived in Anchorage and Talkeetna before moving to Tok.
His great joys were his dogs, camping at the fish wheel on the Copper River, holding barbecques, six-wheeling and spending time at his cabin at Chicken.
Despite eight years of illness, Mac never let his innate optimism or his Irish blarney fail him. His frequent hospitalizations left him with many new friends among the nurses. Until falling ill, he could be found helping people with any kind of construction work, but especially making sure their electrical systems were safe.
An alcoholic, Mac was proud of his 36 years of sobriety and actively tried to help others fighting the same disease. Rough-talking, he was actually one of the kindest men around.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sally; daughter, Mary Ann Hilliard of Harrisonville, Mo., son, Joe McConnell and wife Denise of Anchorage; and son, Kelly Brown and wife Tammy of Green River; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; three sisters; and his beloved dog, Angel.
Condolences may be sent to Sally at P.O. Box 1, Tok 99780, or Joe McConnell, 1210 Jackson Drive, Anchorage 99518.
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DeVonne Koppenberg
June 8, 2011
Sally, I only knew Mac for a short time, and glad I had the honor to have met him. May you have peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Debbie Tankersley
June 7, 2011
I met Mac when I was a waitress at La Casita. I had known his son Joe for many years prior to that. I was so very impressed with his positive outlook on life in general and that smile of his was contageous. Rest in peace my friend.
Michelle Blair
June 7, 2011
Sally, I'm sorry for your loss but glad Mac isn't hurting anymore. He was such a likable guy. I will miss him. He always made me smile. I will be praying for you as you adjust to life without Mac. Michelle from CTC
david akin
June 7, 2011
I had only known Mac for a short time, when he and Sally moved down the street from me in Fbks. It was easy to see he was a real character and walking talking charming piece of history. I always looked for him out in the yard and enjoyed conversations when time allowed. I am saddened with his passing,and am glad to have known him. I want to express my sincere condolences to you all, and with a smile and a prayer,rest in peace.
David Akin
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Bridie Bassett
June 7, 2011
Oh Mac! Sad to see you go! But, I know you are all better now and that makes it better for me to cope with! You are and always will be a great man! I've always enjoyed our lil conversation when you stopped into the store, thank you for that! I am blessed to have had the opportunity to have met you and Sally! Sally, my prayers go out to you in this time of grief! Just know he is happy and healthy, and now you have a gaurdian angel looking down on you! Sending lots of love and prayers to you and your family!
Bridie Bassett
Susan Hicks
June 7, 2011
Farewell Mac, although I knew you only through our meetings at the dealership; you made a lasting impression. Thank you for being the man you were, you will be missed.
June 6, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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