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Memories and Condolences
for John McConnell
Allan Burke
September 22, 2008
We are indeed saddened by the loss of John McConnell earlier this year. I was privileged to meet with him and his team when I visited the company in 1996 from South Africa after watching a video of Wothington Industries by Tom Peters. I was so honoured and struck by the kindness and generosity of Mr McConnell that when I got home to South Africa we named our son, on his birth, Bryce McConnell Burke. Bryce is 12 years old today and our only regret is that we did not get the opportunity for Bryce to meet Mr McConnell. I practice his methodology as best as I can in treating others the way you would like to be treated. Mr McConnell will be sorely missed. Our very best regards, Allan, Bridgette and Bryce McConnell Burke, South Africa
Arthur Mekerdoumian
September 17, 2008
God bless him, I am sure he was a great man who started from nothing but created everything.
Carol Horvath
August 27, 2008
My sincere sympathies to the McConnell family and all those who knew and loved John H. McConnell. My father worked at Weirton Steel at one time and my roots are in that tri-state area, although my home has been in Columbus for years.
For an upcoming temp interview with WI, I was exploring the company website. After reading 23 pages of touching tributes to Mr. McConnell – many of which put a lump in my throat – I felt compelled to include mine. I have always heard of the wonderful philosophies, values and ethics Mr. McConnell imparted to his organizations, including the Golden Rule, and the great philanthropic contributions he made. I never had the pleasure to meet him; however, am very appreciative for all he did for the Columbus area and for many individuals and families.
I recall reading years ago, in various articles by Tom Peters and others, about WI's reputation for excellence and being among the best companies to work for in America. I have always been intrigued by the operations of organizations, having seen firsthand the good, the bad and the ugly, and have a difficult time understanding the latter two. John McConnell created the good, for which I so admire him, enabling him to give back to so many. Among so many other things, he was truly one of the leading men who made Columbus the wonderful city it is today. He touched so many lives – obviously throughout the world, and I am sure there are many important things he did of which no one will ever be aware, all the way to the simple acknowledging smile in the hallway and the shaking of a greasy hand. That's the way great men are.
A life well-lived – a loving and caring life, an ethical life, a humanitarian and philanthropic life – a life that continues to contribute to the greater good even after death – what a great legacy – Mr. McConnell was one of those greats.
BILLY AMOS
August 24, 2008
Sorry for the loss of MR.MAC..he was a great man, and provited me a great place to work for years....
Mickey Toon Holtz
August 9, 2008
Dear John P and family,
I was saddened to read in the news that your dad, a good and kind man, has died. As I think back on my 5 years of working at Worthington Steel Company in Louisville, KY (1972-1977) and working with you, I want to thank your dad for my experiences of living and working by such a simple, yet strong wonderful leadership style and philosophy ~ service for others and the golden rule. It continues to carry me through my life to this day.
My sympathy and prayers are with you John P., and with your family. I am humbly confident that "Well done, good and faithful servant" are the words that welcomed him home. Mickey Toon Holtz (Waukesha, WI)
Lino Trillo
July 15, 2008
I just meet Mr. McConnell history today as I was surfing the web after some information for a new business I want to start here in Spain. For the litle I know he must have been a great man as not many CEOs will walk the line to listen and talk to the "lower level" even knowing then by name. Humble and Blessed left a great sample of his doings for us to learn and follow. Good Luck on your next mission.
Rod Siddons
July 15, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the McConnell family in their time of loss. I can assure you that any man who lived and worked like Mr. Mac was doing it the right way in God's eyes. Bless you all for all you and Mr. Mac have done and will continue to do for the citizens of Ohio and the staff at Worthington Industries.
Rod
RENE GARCIA
July 10, 2008
OUR DEEPEST SORRY TO THE McCONNELL FAMILY FROM YOUR CUSTOMER QUIMOBASICOS IN MEXICO
Sherri McConnell Erwin
June 4, 2008
Dear J.P. and McConnell family,
My sincere sympathy and empathy for the loss of your dad & grandpa. My dad, Dr. C.L. "Rusty" Mcconnell passed away Easter day last year. He was your dad's first cousin. He called your dad "Jack" when they were little. My father often spoke of fond memories of Uncle Paul and Aunt Mary Louise McConnell. Saddly I don't remember meeting them, I was too young at the last family reunion I quess. I have only 1 picture of my grandpa Bill McConnell with his younger brother Paul. Dad told this story several times. In fact it usually followed some discipline requiring the "rod of learning".
One summer Rusty was visiting Uncle Paul and Aunt Mary Louise, John (Jack) and Robert. He really enjoyed time with his cousins. It was a hot sticky summer and the three boys decided to fill a huge hole with water to make a pool or pond to swim in. I don't know how long they worked on this industrious project but in the end they completely emptied the water cistern!! Boy was Uncle Paul angry. (I didn't know Paul was water master for the town) He spanked John as my Dad, Rusty, looked on,then Robert and looked at Rusty who said "You won't spank me will you Uncle Paul?? with a half grin on is face, but he did !!
Dad said it was a sign that Uncle Paul loved him as his own. Now these two redheaded cousins I pray are drinking from "the well that never runs dry, the well of water springing up into everlasting life ". Blessings to all thru our Lord Jesus.
Love Sherri PS I have two red head children! stong genes
Faye Miles
May 12, 2008
Every Spring, Mr. Mac hosted a dinner at the Double Eagle Country Club for the Worthington Industries Retirees. At this event last April, my husband, Nelson, and I spoke with Mr. Mac and thanked him for this lovely event and told him that it meant so very much to the Retirees.
I also told him that I would always remember the story he shared with his employees about being poor & having to put "cardboard" inside his shoes when the bottoms had worn so thin that there was a hole. I told Mr. Mac that I was a coal miner's daughter from S.W. Pennsylvania and that I knew all about that cardboard inside shoes. I thanked him for my job at WI and the opportunity to serve his company as an Executive Assistant for 18 years. He said "Well Honey, I guess we both have come a long way." He than gave me that little smile and a wink.
Goodby, Mr. Mac. I will miss you!!
Our deepest sympathy to J.P. and Family. May God Bless you.
Faye and Nelson Miles
Susan Ingley
May 11, 2008
Thank you Mr. McConnell for all you have given to the employees of Worthington and to the city of Columbus. May the family find peace knowing Mr. McConnell lived his life to the fullest. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sarah (Sheets) Wilson
May 9, 2008
My mother worked for the company for nearly 20 years and recently retired. She started out down the hall from Mr. Mac.
As a teen I would stop by my mother's work, and was fortunate to meet him several times. I helped volenteer at company picnics and holiday festivals on occasion, and would see Mr. Mac behind the scenes. He was so kind, generous, and always so humble. I grew up knowing Worthington Industries and the McConnell family from my mother who truly loves this company. I grew up holding Worthington to the highest standards.
I am proud to say I am now a Worthington Industries employee. Nearly 3 years now. I believe in the moral character that this company was brought up on, and the quality of those who work for it, thanks to the McConnells. Our thoughts and prayers are with the McConnell family. We sincerely thank you for all you've done for ours.
christian eby
May 8, 2008
McConnell family sorry to hear about your loss ,may god carry you all through these rough times
god bless
Paul Huttlin
May 8, 2008
Mr. Mac was a great friend to the campers with disabilities served through Recreation Unlimited camps and programs. We appreciated his kindness and generosity over the years. All of us will miss his enduring spirit and goodness. Thank you Mr. Mac for being a friend to Recreation Unlimited.
James Heller
May 7, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Mac during a Worthington Golf Outing
in 1998, a few days before my wedding. He told me that husband and father would be my 2 most important responsibilities in this world. Great advice from a very kind man and wonderful role model. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to entire McConnell family.
Mike Rigo
May 7, 2008
As a previous employee and personal friend to Mr. Mac, I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a great guy. He will be missed immensely. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to work with a man who was down to earth and kind to all of his staff. My family's thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time of grief.
Joseph moore
May 7, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tamra Jones
May 7, 2008
My condolences to the McConnell family and friends. I am happy to know that there was such a man on this earth in this life, who did and cared so much.
I went on a Syracuse Crunch Booster Club trip to Columbus and the Nationwide Arena in February 2003. I was told of how much of a transformation there was to the area that is now known as the Arena District when the Bluejackets were brought to Columbus. I thought that the area was beautiful and all the businesses and development were great. I really enjoyed my stay in your city, and recommend it to other people, especially Crunch and Bluejacket fans. I know that Mr. McConnell will be greatly missed.
Kelly Clemans
May 7, 2008
R.I.P. John,This Trucker will always Love and remember you.Godspeed
David Brobeck
May 7, 2008
I am saddened at the loss of such a caring and wonderful man. Mr. Mac was my neighbour, my friend, and someone I could simply talk to given the oppourtunity. Thank you for your giving spirit and living by the Golden Rule. You will be missed but your legacy will live on. It is my hope that the Columbus Blue Jackets honour you by winning the ultimate prize and putting your name on the the most coveted trophy in all of sport.
Don Wright
May 7, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
CANDY SMITH
May 7, 2008
I DID NOT KNOW MR MCCONNELL PERSONALLY, BUT I AM A BIG BLUE JACKETS FAN. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE MCCONNELL FAMILY
Kathy Titus
May 7, 2008
I've been with Worthington Industries just over six months. I'm sorry I did not meet Mr. McConnell. However, I'm very proud to be a part of an organization that was started by such a great man. Thank you Mr. McConnell for following the Golden Rule and building Worthington Industries to the outstanding organization that it is today.
Rattan D'Souza
May 6, 2008
I am fortunate to be a small part of this great company founded by Mr McConnell, that is well-regarded around the world in its industry sectors. I have had the opportunity to interact with companies that are titans in our industry and to speak about our company to people in countries where we don't even have a presence, and they all know about and respect Worthington Industries. This is a great testament to the legacy built by Mr. Mac; one that remains ingrained in the core philosophy of the company and its employees. My family and I pay our respects to Mr. Mac and convey our best wishes to the McConnell family.
Mark Warren
May 6, 2008
My cousin, Bob Harington is a family friend and will be presenting the flag at the memorial. My family joins his in wishing the McConnel family the best and offering our prayers.
Rhiannon Schifer
May 6, 2008
Mr. Mac will be missed. He was a great man and accomplished many great things in his life. Go Jackets! Playoffs 2009 just for Mr. Mac!
Alex Carson
May 5, 2008
As a Jackets fan, John McConnell will always be remembered in my heart for bringing NHL Hockey to Columbus. John, you will be missed by many fans like me.
Mike Crowley
May 5, 2008
I would like to express our condolences to the McConnell family and all of the WI employees. As a customer of Worthington Steel for 30 years it is truly a pleasure to deal with a company of such high standards. Mr. Mac, you will be missed by many.
Jill Bookhout
May 5, 2008
I have been a proud employee of Worthington Industries for 21 years and was fortunate enough to meet Mr. Mac on several occasions.
My fondest memories had to do with our Holiday Festival we have each year for the employees and their families in Columbus. He wanted every child who had to depend on someone to get there, to go away with a gift. I was responsible for purchasing these gifts and getting them to the children. He told me to "Buy enough for the employees, but buy extra so we can give them away to the less fortunate". He never wanted any attention or credit for this, as he politely refused to do a tv interview. "That's just the way you're supposed to treat people" he said. Mr. Mac also flew Santa Claus in by helicopter, which was a huge treat for us all.
He always used to sit just off the stage where the kids visited with Santa. He got such a kick out of watching the children visit with Santa and receive their gifts.
I will miss seeing Mr. Mac at the various company events and at the Blue Jackets games. You were truly one-of-a-kind and will be greatly missed by many. Thanks for everything you've done for WI, the City of Columbus, and the City of Worthington.
My prayers are with the McConnell family, and all that knew him. God Bless...
Mike Goeller
May 5, 2008
Sir, it's been a pleasure to be able to have such a great man bring the Bluejackets to Columbus. We Thank You! I now reside in Florida and say i am still a huge fan every game. Thank you sir and thank you family!
Kelly Heid
May 3, 2008
It was so very sad to hear of Mr. McConnell's passing. My condolences to the McConnell family. I remember the old days when Mr McConnell would make trips through the plant on hot summer days in his golf cart. He would go from machine to machine and ask how your day was going and offered a cold can of pop. I always thought that was neat how he would take time out of his day for us. It meant alot to me. I also remember at the company picnic one year, some guys and myself won the talent contest as Don Ho and the Coconuts. At the end our show we went out and placed our lei's on Mr McConnell and he turned so red. You will be missed Mr. McConnell.
Kathy Lucas
May 3, 2008
I have been an employee of Worthington Industries for only 5 years and feel priviledged to be part of an organization whose foundation was built by Mr. McConnell and the values that he instilled. The employees and our community will truely miss him.
Robert Bush
May 2, 2008
Mr. 'MAC' will indeed be missed. He was a man of his word, and all of us who were fortunate enough to work for him, felt secure and confident that we could always count on him and WII, both professionally and personally. Thanks for the ride, Mr. 'MAC' !!! May God bless you & your family.
David Meinert
May 2, 2008
A example of what a citizen should be. We will miss his energy in our city.
Adrienne Gossman
May 1, 2008
I have never worked for Worthington Industries or for the Columbus Blue Jackets organization. I have never played golf at the Double Eagle Golf Course and I never had the privilege to meet Mr John H McConnell. I am simply a life-long Columbus resident and passionate hockey fan.
When Mr Mac is mentioned, words such as generous, kind, innovative, and genuine are often used to describe him. Though, I never met Mr Mac, I am deeply saddened by his passing. I know that the McConnell family lost a great father, those close to him lost a great friend, Columbus has lost a great leader, and the world has lost a great man. Undoubtedly, Mr Mac will be missed by all who knew him (and by those of us who didn't). Mr Mac has my sincerest gratitude and The McConnell Family has my deepest sympathy. Mr Mac was a blessing and his legacy will carry on!
Cathie Williamson
May 1, 2008
I was saddened by the news of Mr. McConnell passing. I was fortunate to work for Worthington Industries- (in the Credit Union & the Insurance Dept).
Mr McConnell was truly a remarkable person. He leaves a legacy that will go on forever-in his children,grandchildren,Worthington Industries, the Blue Jackets, the McConnell Heart Center, etc.
My deepest sympathies go out to the family, friends and employees of Worthington Industries-everywhere-
Chuck Davis
May 1, 2008
I have been a customer of Worthington for more than 25 years, and had the pleasure to meet Mr. McConnell many times. His spirit was evident in all those Worthington people we have enjoyed working with and meeting over the years. A fine man with a wonderful legacy.
KIMBERLY HAMPTON
May 1, 2008
May God continue to bless your family during this trying time . John H.McConnell a man that touched so many lives in more ways than one . Mr. Mac will be greatly missed . My thoughts and prayers will are with you . God Bless
Steve Hudson
May 1, 2008
John H. McConnell was a man with a great vision and "Philosophy". I am honored to have known him and to be working for his company.
Karen Greene
May 1, 2008
Our prayers and condolences to the McConnell family. Thank-you, Mr. McConnell, for giving me the opportunities and growth while working the past 18 years at Worthington Steel. You will truly be missed.
Terrence Carter
May 1, 2008
Our condolences to the McConnell family. Thank-you, Mr. McConnell, for the values you set and the opportunities you gave me for the past 30+ years.
Gene Kirtos
May 1, 2008
My Codolences To The McConnell Family On Your Loss.
Darin Pritt
April 30, 2008
I never had the priviledge of meeting Mr. McConnell personally but I have met him through many of the wonderful people with whom I have interacted with in the Worthington Industries family and also through our philosophy.
I hope to always remember a most impressive remark that I heard Mr. McConnell make was during an interview we were watching at the Corporate Training Center. It was in response to being asked why he started the company and the intergration of the Philosophy, etc. To answer that he simply said, "I love people." What more could be said? Only his works, which remain, speak louder.
Clint Wallace
April 30, 2008
A big man with a big heart. The first time I met John H. I had grease up to my elbows. Big John offered to shake my hand. I refused, I told him I did not want to get his hand dirty. He grabbed my hand and shook it anyway, squishing the grease out between his hand and mine. I gave him my shop towel..He wiped the grease away, wished me a Merry Christmas and said " I will shake any of my employees hands who work hard".
K Johnson-White
April 30, 2008
To The McConnell Family,
What a blessing Mr. John H. McConnell was to many in the Columbus area and abroad. He was the most wonderful person that I had the pleasure meeting. I worked at the Nationwide Arena construction site for the Minority builder Miles-McClellan and it was truly an honor to meet your father. He had a warm smile and presence that I shall never forget.
May God Be with you now in your time of sorrow.
Jason Weekley
April 30, 2008
Dear The McConnell Family
I wish your family all the best with the tough roads that follow. I just started with the company a month ago, and personally never had a chance to meet John H., but have heard many great things about him and the company he started. It takes a good man to have a legacy like the one that will succeed him.
Lynn Lusher
April 30, 2008
My condolences to JP and the McConnell Family. Working at the WI Medical Center for several years provided me the privilege of meeting and talking to Mr. and Mrs. McConnell. Two finer people couldn't be found. And although they are both missed here, there is much celebration in heaven.
Rest in peace my friends.
Barry Buse
April 30, 2008
Sorry to learn of "Big Reds" death. What a great man!!
Barry Buse
Melanie Hitsman
April 30, 2008
Dear JP,Johnny,Jess, and Porter,
With heartfelt sympathy and kindest thoughts to you in your great sorrow. May the Lord comfort your heart as only he can do!
With Love,
Melanie, Matt, and Adam Hitsman
Debbie Stiff
April 30, 2008
Thank you Mr. Mac for the opportunity to have been a part of the Worthington family for the past 37 years - you touched so many lives with your generosity and kindess - I will always remember you with great respect and admiration - My prayers to the McConnell family.
Ruth See
April 30, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joe Carter
April 29, 2008
My sincere condolences to the McConnell family. I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Mac's passing. It was a true privilage to work for you at Double Eagle, WHAT AN EXPERIENCE! Thank you for making it possible.
Aggie
April 29, 2008
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the McConnell family. May your grief be replaced with the wonderful memories you built with John H. McConnell.
Although I was not fortunate enough to have actually met John H. McConnell, I could sense from the very first time I saw him at the very first CBJ game that he was a good, sweet, sincere and caring individual. It was shown through his mannerisms, his words and in his kind face. John H. will always live on in our hearts.
Trudy Stewart
April 29, 2008
My heart and condolences go out to the entire McConnell family. May God bless you and keep you strong in your grief.
Worthington Industries Contractor
April 29, 2008
With sincere sympathy to all Mr. Mac's family. He will never be gone, because he has touched so many, and changed their lives forever!
Joanne & Peter McPherson
April 29, 2008
Our condolences to the McConnell family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Erin Trentel
April 29, 2008
My thoughts and deepest sympathies to the McConnell family and the Worthington family.
Kim Denty
April 29, 2008
Thank-you for the great opportunities over the last 32 years. I didn't realize, back when I'd watch you walk through the plant, you had given me not only a job, but a career choice.
Jim and Lisa
April 29, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Gary and Judi Baughman
April 29, 2008
Our sympathies are with all of the McConnell family during this time. We have lost a great leader and true gentlemen.
Maneesh
April 29, 2008
Mr. Mac made Worthington a truly great place to work.
Brad Poole
April 29, 2008
Mr. Mac gave new meaning to leading by example. His philosophy was not only the means by which he ran his business, but also how he ran his life. I am proud to say that I have been a Worthington employee for almost 20 years, believing in that philosophy and the opportunities it created. Thank you, sir.
To the McConnell family, my deepest sympathy. May your fond memories comfort you through this unfortunate time.
Mike Lyons
April 29, 2008
My condolences to the McConnell Family. Thank You for providing us with a fine place to work which allows us to lead a high quality life. You have helped many.
Domenic Miccinilli and Family
April 29, 2008
May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead.
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now,
it will be the memories of these little things that help to push
away the pain and bring the smiles back again.
Someone so special…can never be forgotten.
Mr. Mac truly lived his life by the “Golden Rule”. We will all miss him.
With Deepest Sympathy
Evan Rooney
April 29, 2008
Thank you Mr.Mac for bringing the NHL to Columbus. You started the beginning of what is going to be a great hockey team. You will be deeply missed by all Blue Jackets Fans. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family.
Tracie Groves
April 29, 2008
To the McConnell Family, I offer my deepest sympathy on the passing of such a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
I have enjoyed working for the company he built (Payroll) and enjoyed the occasions I was able to meet him. He was a rare gem and will be missed by all who knew him. May his legacy live on in each of us.
Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite Masons
April 29, 2008
From the Officers and members of the Valley of Columbus, Scottish Rite Masons, we offer our sincere condolences. John was a member of Scottish Rite for 53 years and served our Valley in many capacities. He will be missed by all.
Susan Golden
April 29, 2008
Deepest sympathy to the McConnell family.
Jenn Yontz
April 29, 2008
As a die-hard Blue Jacket fan, I thank you, Mr. Mac for bringing this great sport to our city and for keeping our city's industry thriving.
Your infectious smile will be missed, Mr. Mac.
William Bergmooser
April 29, 2008
Thank you for giving me a philosophy to live by. I have never met you, but I have learned a lot from you.
My Thoughts are with the Family
You will be missed.
WI Employee
April 29, 2008
Thanks to a man whom not only beleived in but lived by the words he spoke. It is an honor to be part of an organization built on such a simple, but strong philosophy. We will keep it going in your honor.
God bless you and your family as we celebrate your life of giving and support to the community.
Eugene & Ruth Hurlburt
April 29, 2008
Thank you Mr. Mac for the many years of employment and the great retirement years. You made it all possible. You will be missed.
Jan King
April 29, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
mr mrs thomas prouty
April 29, 2008
he was a truely great man in body mind and sprit we will all miss him
Brian
April 28, 2008
My wife taught me to love hockey
Mr. Mac gave me a team to love.
Thank you Sir
Our families thoughts and wishes with your family and numerous friends
JEFF & ANGELA KIRTOS
April 28, 2008
THANKYOU MR.McCONNELL FOR MAKING COLUMBUS A BETTER CITY,FROM AN ARENA STAFF MEMBER.
Jerry & Karen Connolly
April 28, 2008
Our prayers and deepest sympathy to the McConnell family. Mr. Mac was truly a leader, visionary and humanitarian, a man to be admired. His example of living your life, based upon a simple philosophy, was perhaps the greatest measure of his success. May he rest in the peace of the Lord.
Melissa Ferenc
April 28, 2008
Over the course of 8 years, I have had the pleasure of meeting Mr. McConnell on numerous occasions through his grandson Karl (KC). It all started when I worked for Worthington Cylinders one summer during college. Mr. McConnell was a very kind and generous man who upheld his convictions and was very honorable. He always treated me like family and is someone that is a true role model for our society. He treated everyone with respect and dignity. He will be missed, but his legacy will live on through the good work he did.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family in their time of grief, especially Mrs. Kollis and KC.
Beverly Worden
April 28, 2008
Your dad will be miss by my family. As my husband work for him for 26 years. He was mose friendly boss ever. Knowing your dad and all the workers of WII are up there talking over old times. Now he is with your mother.
Barbara Bell
April 28, 2008
I Thank God for you everday, for all that you were put here to do. And you did it all so well. I was a Triple Heart bypass patient in Riverside McConnell Heart Hospital in 2003. I thank you so much John, for thinking of others. I'm sure God has a special place for you.
To John's Family, I know you are all very proud of him, and will miss him very much. Know how lucky you were to have him in your Family, you were truly Blessed. His Memory will live on till the end of time.
God Bless you, and be with you, Today,Tomorrow and Always.
Barbara Bell
CHEF KEN Smith
April 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Harry Stone
April 28, 2008
Condolences to the McConnell family. Mr. Mac truly lived his life by the “Golden Rule”. We will all miss him.
Cherie Baker
April 28, 2008
To the Mcconnell family and friends, My blessings and condolences to you all. I had the honor and pleasure of being employed as Worthington Industries first implant travel agent where I grew to know and love all who worked for them. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Mcconnell on several occasions and his employees made me feel like family always. You are soaring with the angels now and they are as blessed to have you as we all were here. God Speed to you now. Thank you for believing in me as I believed in you.
Ashlie Molner
April 28, 2008
Thank you everything. You have left a mark on our hearts that will last forever.
Paul Morrone
April 28, 2008
My sympathy to the McConnell family. I have known Mr. McConnell for 3 years, as the property manager of Casa Serena in Gulf Stream. He was a great man who accomplished much success in his life. As the saying goes "they don't make them like that anymore."God Bless you Mr. McConnell.
Norm Roll
April 28, 2008
Mr. Mac made the world a better place...Please accept my deepest sympathies. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
thomas robison
April 28, 2008
thank for everything MR.MAC
Braidy Armstrong
April 28, 2008
You'll be missed but your memories and your contributions to the community will live on.
Thank you.
Amanda & Brian Sheets
April 28, 2008
We would like to express our deepest sympathies for the entire McConnell family. We did not know Mr. McConnell personally, but we are huge Blue Jacket fans, and could see his true sense of being and generosity on his face at every game we saw him at. He was an amazing man and he will live always in our hearts. Our hearts go out to each and every one of you.
Michael & Elizabeth Lashley
April 28, 2008
My husband and I have met the McConnell family and send out our deepest sympathy. My husband can remember his Father and John hunting ducks/geese in the Upper Penisula of Michigan and the great stories that came home.
Daniel Jenkins
April 28, 2008
Thanks for the Jackets.
Philip Malone
April 28, 2008
I met my wife when she was just an intern working for Worthington Industries. She later became employed their and I was able to sit in the owners box at a Blue Jackets game. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I remember how well my wife speaks of Mr. Mac and enjoyed just being around him in the owner's box. What I remember most was him looking around the owners box and wanting to know everyone's story. Not because he was making sure no one was in their that shouldn't be but because he really wanted to know about each person around him. He was truly a remarkable man.
Wayne G. McConnell
April 28, 2008
My name is Wayne G. McConnell, 154 Embar Street, Gate City, VA 24251 e-mail: [email protected] I am the McConnell family genealogist. Would like to know if John H. McConnell links back to Immigrant George and Eva Barbara Kornman McConnell in Lebanon,PA 1746-1820? I did not know this John McConnell, however his friends describe him just like my father John McConnell's friends described him at his death. Columbus Ohio has lost a great leader. Sincere condolences from the Scott County,Virginia McConnell Families. Sincerely, Wayne G. McConnell.
Karla (Duerk) Goodwin
April 28, 2008
To John P and other family members:
I remember playing up near the "railroad" and W.I. Once your Dad came out and asked what we were doing. After explaining to him, he laughed, gave us a stick of candy and told us to be careful, have fun, and don't stay away from home too long. He was a wonderful businessman and made numerous donations, but the thing I remember most was his warmth and smile. "Well done, good and faithful servant" Prayers for the entire family, but a special prayer for you John. He was so proud of you!!
Shyla Thurston
April 28, 2008
To the McConnell family I want to share my deepest sympathy, I did not know Mr. Mac on a personal level but I am a Blue Jackets fan and I saw him at just about every game. He was a wonderful owner and he will be greatly missed. He had a giving heart and many of us cannot say that these days. When the Jackets make the playoffs this year it will be for Mr. Mac. Thank you and my sympathy for his family. He will be missed and I can speak for all Jacket fans.
Jim & Erma Mercer
April 28, 2008
"Big John" hired me to work at Worthington Industries in 1961
I worked for him for the next 33 years. He was a great friend and a wonderful boss. Thanks to him our retirement has been very comfortable. He did so many wonderful things for his employees, we will miss him at our retirement dinners at Double Eagle. Orr condolences to the McConnell Family.
Del and Joan Varney
April 28, 2008
Mr. McConnell will be missed by many. He was a great man and has left his mark on this community in so many ways. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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