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William McConnell Obituary
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WILLIAM A. McCONNELL Bill passed away on January 2, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family in Lake Worth, FL. Originally from Warwick, R.I. bill was the son of the late Hetty A. (Jervis) McConnell and Andrew McConnell. He was a resident of Lake Worth, FL for 25 years. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Sharon, his Son David, of Lake Worth, one grandson, and his Sister Janet E. (Mrs. Richard Smith ) of Warwick RI and many nieces and nephews. He was brother of the late James T. McConnell. Bill was a veteran of the U.S. air Force., a graduate of Warwick Veterans Memorial High School and Roger Williams College of Bristol, R.I. he was a member of the Scottish Rite of Free Masonry, S.J., U.S.A. and the Amara Shriners. He also was on the board of the Narragansett Council Boy Scouts of America in RI and received the District Award of merit. He was a member of the Wayne Newton Friends Club and actively involved with the Wayne Newton Scholarship Fund. He previously was the building manager of the U.S. Federal Bldg. in New Haven, CT. Upon moving to Florida he established Dial Service Air Conditioning Inc. as a state licensed Mechanical contractor. Celebration of his life will be held on Saturday January 26 at 1pm at his residence. For information: 561-577-5667. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wayne Newton Scholarship fund. Address: 290 Akron Rd., Lake Worth, FL 33467. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for William McConnell
Sharon MConnell
March 5, 2008
It has been 8 very long weeks since Bill passed, I have to say it does not get easier, but I know I would not have gotten this far without the family and friends who surround me with joy. I wish just for 1 day I could visit and know he is fine and happy. Thank you all for your wonderful thoughts, prayers and words of wisdom. Luv Sharon
Juanita M. Lewis
February 27, 2008
Dear David&Sharon,I am so very sorry for your loss. I don't believe I ever met Bill.I met Sharon a few times.It seems to me that the wnifc family has loss several members or know members who have lost a love one with in the last 6 months or year,or someone has been sick.I have no words of wisdom.It is one day at a time process.But I will continue to pray that God will be with you & yours as you try to get through this.Love Juanita Lewis
Donna Eales
February 1, 2008
Dearest Sharon and David. I don't know how to to write this since Bill, Sharon & David have always been in my mind, never just Sharon and David. Your lives have been so entwined and have shown so much Love to all of us. May we now do the same for you. Bill will be mised terribly by us all. In Life , In Vegas, In Carson City, In Branson but not in Heaven as we all will see him again. My LOVE ALWAYS. Donna Eales
Ruth Wilber
January 30, 2008
Sharon and David,
I have only had the pleasure of contact with Bill and both of you since 1989, but I have always appreciated what he did to help yourselves and the Wayniacs through the years. There are many good memories and I hope they will help you through the hard times you are currently going through. He was a true "wayniac"!!
Jeff Brandt
January 29, 2008
Dear Sharon and David,
We just wanted to send you and your family our deepest sympathies with the loss of Bill. He is going to be greatly missed by so many people. I always enjoyed talking with him and his way of making everything fun. He always had a happy disposition no matter what was going on or how crazy things got! If there was an issue that needed to be addressed or something that needed done he would roll his eyes, throw up his arms, laugh and say well I better go help with this! He was a great man , the type the world needs a lot more of. You are in our thoughts and prayers and may God grant you everything you need, to help during this very difficult time. Our love, The Brandts. (Former Wayne Newton Show member)
Lis Lopez
January 28, 2008
Dear Sharon,
I'm so sorry to hear about your husbnd Bill. But I know that God has a better plans for him. I pray that the Lord will give you Strength and Comfort and most of all Peace. May God Bless you!
NERINA CHRISTENSEN
January 28, 2008
Sharon and David My Deepest sympathy for your loss,you are in my prayers.
Rick Knippenberg
January 28, 2008
Sharon and David
Just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless you and your family.
JACK (SMOKEY) FROBES
January 27, 2008
SHARON, DAVID & FAMILY, My condolences on the loss of your loved one & our friend BILL. When I lost JUDY so many of our friends & club FAMILY sent me their wishes & their expressions of sympathy and it did help. Hope you know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your friend yesterday today & always, JACK (SMOKEY) FROBES
Janet Smith
January 27, 2008
Dear Sharon and David, I am so very sorry for your loss. I met Bill a couple of times at Wayniac Weeks and he is such a nice man! Heaven is blessed to have him and we will miss him here. May your many good memories help you in the days ahead. Many people love you and you are in our prayers. God Bless you and your family. Take care.
Mary Kay Bullock
January 27, 2008
Sharon and David,
May God give you peace, and love at this very sad, and trying time. Bill is at peace with God, and may that give you comfort in the days ahead. My deepest sympathy and love to both of you. You are in my thoughs and prayers.
Linda McDonald
January 27, 2008
Sharon and David My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Bill was a very nice man and will missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
God Bless
Dianne Skalsky
January 27, 2008
So sorry for your loss. Keep your faith in God.
Catina Smith
January 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Catina Smith - Las Vegas based
Frances Holman-Moore/WN Aggregation
January 26, 2008
Sharon, David, Dominique,and you too Francine; on behalf of every band member ,lighting, sound and road crew past and present we'd like to extend our sincerest condolences to you at this time. Your family has been so EVER present in our lives making sure that everything we needed and most of the time never expected was taken care of . We will miss Bill's great smile and accomodating personality and please know that it was always noticed and sincerely appreciated. With all our Love and sympathy we bid him "ADIEU"
Kathleen and Jeff McLain
January 26, 2008
Dear Sharon and David, May you find peace, comfort and understanding with family and friends today.Wish we could be there for the memorial. We will surely miss Bill.
Diana Coleman Lemmons
January 26, 2008
Sharon and David, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
No words seem enough to express my sadness thinking about your loss. Just
remember all the wonderful times you
shared with Bill and let those get you through the low times.
Lori Arredondo
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David: There are no words to truly express how sorry I am for your loss. You have been and always will be in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong.
patty COOPER
January 25, 2008
MAY god be with you and your family. HE WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU AND SEE YOU THROUGH ALL OF THIS . my prayers are with you. LOVE' patty COOPER
Colleen Taylor
January 25, 2008
Dear Sharon & David & Baby Grandson: It's hard for me to express the words I would like to say. I wish Granner and I could be there with you both tomorrow. We will be there in thoughts and prayers. I only met Bill a few times, but I remember his BIG, BIG, SMILE. Now I know where David got his. Sharon you and David gave your 110% attention and care to Bill. Remember the good times and all the good memories. There is another brighter star to look down on both of you and the baby.
Carole Russell
January 25, 2008
Sharon & David - My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve for Bill. Lean on the Lord for strength and I pray that your memories and the love of all the Wayniacs will bring you comfort. I will always remember the song "My Bill" because of your Bill. Love, Carole
Roberta Wernick
January 25, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Faye and Vern Oates
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David, Remember the wonderful red barn that Bill made for a prize for one of the Wayniac Weeks?? Beanie Babies sticking out the windows? And it all came apart so you could take it on the plane?? We still think each time we look at it what a creative man he was! We know it's been a long trial and pray that the Lord continue to give you strength and comfort and hold you in his arms as you face these next days.
Dolly Abbey
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David, I was deeply saddened upon learning of Bill's passing. He will be deeply missed by those who have had the chance to know him. Though your hearts i know hold deep sadness by the loss of this wonderful man you can hold onto the blessings of the life you shared and the love that will always be a part of you. My prayers for you are that God will comfort your hearts, and lift your spirits. May he also carry you in his arms through this time of sadness and give you peace. Caring thoughts and prayers, Dolly Abbey
Susan Carter
January 25, 2008
To Sharon, David, and Family,
There are no words to comfort one when your heart is ripped from you chest, your body aches for just one more touch, and your soul cries in agony for it's mate. No Words-and yet, one only has to look out at the skies above, the wonders of nature around, the stars in full brightness-to know that there is someone much greater than us, who calls our loved ones home, to be with Him. Bill is looking down at you, wanting you to be at peace, and knowing how very much he was loved. My prayer for you is that you will be able to remember all those special times together, the times you shared as lovers, friends, parents, and grandparents. Remember that beautiful man that you loved for so long, and know that God now has him cuddled in his loving arms. Anyone who knew Bill was truly blessed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jamie Gardner
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David, My prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow. My God bless you and I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Nancy Dudleston
January 25, 2008
Dear Sharon & David, May God hold his arms around you always. Bill was a wonderful husband, father and friend. God needed another angel in heaven. I know that he cherished every minute he spent with you and especially when you were there for him when he was sick. I wish I could be with you. Love and prayers always for your family.
Colleen Glaum
January 25, 2008
Sharon & David,
I didn't have the good fortune to meet Bill in person --but he (and all of you) have been in my thoughts and prayers during his illness. I continue to pray for you and I hope your many wonderful memories of Bill will comfort you and give you strength in the days ahead.
Paula Weaver
January 25, 2008
To Sharon and David
My sympathy to you both. The thing I will remember most about Bill was his laughter and BIG smile. I pray that God will bless you and give you strength.
Judy & Jerry Boehnlein
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David,
Though we did not know Bill personally, we knew you all as a family. The love and closeness came through even to stranger's. You all have been in our prayer's since we first heard and remain there. I believe that his mission now is to watch over you in a way he could not have done on this earth. It will be sad not to see his smiling face at the WNIFC doings, but I'm sure he will be there. God ease your pain and bless his soul.
MARIANNE GUNTERBERG
January 25, 2008
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. PLEASE KNOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
ALWAYS
MARIANNE
kathleen corrigan
January 25, 2008
Dear Sharon, David & Family:
We are deeply saddened by Bill's passing. He was always such a loving person to be around. Remember all the wonderful years you had together and he will always be with you. My family's prayers are with you at this time. Love, Kathleen
Melinda Nelson
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David My prayers and thoughts are with you both. Bill will be watching over you both. He will be that special angel on your shoulder and see you through the good times and bad. Remember the good times.
Much love,
Vanessa & Richard Williams
January 25, 2008
Sharon and David: We've been very blessed to have been included in many dinners, lunches and many wayniac trips with you and Bill and he will always be a true representative of what a man should be, a wonderful father, great husband, true friend, and one that all can look up to. He will be truly be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to have knonw him.
Stacey Medall
January 24, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.I know how close your family is. I am happy that I got to spend a little bit of time with all of you when I came to visit. So many memories that you have, and maybe you can smile again soon.
Sherry Allen
January 24, 2008
Sharon And David, My thoughts and prayers are with you.. Bill was such a nice man and will be missed
Frances Holman-Moore
January 24, 2008
To Sharon and David and oh yes Dominique and the entire family, I send to you Peace and Blessings during this time of bereavement. My heart and Prayers are with you. I pray . GOD BLESS You All... your strength
Maggie Semola
January 24, 2008
My memories of Bill and his generosity to all the Wayniacs and his love for his family will go on and on, as will his Soul.
Much love to Sharon and David
Mary Anne Shine
January 24, 2008
Dear Sharon and David,
My sincere sympathy to you and your whole family on the loss of your beloved Bill. My prayers are with you.
Sherill Wallace
January 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and David as you face life without Bill He was a fun loving and compassionate man who will be missed by all.Remember the good times and know his presence will always be with you.
Love,
Beverley Van Noy
January 24, 2008
Dear Sharon & David May God keep you both in his loving arms & keep you till the pain lets up. Just know you both had Bills love & he knew he had yours.He was a special man from a special family.I will keep you both in my prayers.
Ann VanNostrand
January 24, 2008
Sharon and David,
You are family and have been from the beginning of our friendship many moons ago. Bill was special to us all and what you shared was felt by deeply through visits to your home and other parts of the USA where we gathered to enjoy each other's company, love and caring. Prayers are with you each day and angels watch over you and have taken Bill into their realm for God's comforting grace.
Know you are loved by the entire VanNostrand family; and especially by me.
Ann(ie)
madelyn johnston
January 24, 2008
Sharon & David -Both Tom and I send our love and may God keep you both strong at this very sad time and remember that old saying 'God never closes a door that he doesnt open a window' look for that window and look out -
Cindy Williamson
January 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are sent with the hope that you always feel the love of your beloved Bill in your hearts.
Kristi Anderson
January 23, 2008
I can only imagine how difficult these past few months have been for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you try to move forward with life after losing someone so special. God bless you and keep you.
Kristi Anderson (WNIFC-GA)
Ruth Gilbert
January 23, 2008
Sharon and David, I truly wish I could be there for the memorial service for Bill, but work won't allow it. Know that you will both be in my thoughts and prayers. Time will lessen the pain you feel at this moment, but the love and memories will live on. God must have had a special plan for Bill to call him home so soon. God bless you both.
Karol Sewell
January 23, 2008
Sharon and David,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you during Bill's illness and passing. I will continue to pray that the sadness will be gone quickly and precious memories will fill your heart with joy. Love you.
Maureen English
January 23, 2008
Sharon and David...my heart goes out to the both of you in your time of sorrow. Bill will be missed by all of us that he has touch along his way.
Stacey White
January 23, 2008
Sharon,
Our prayers are with you in this difficult time and I hope that you and your family will find comfort in knowing how special you were to Bill.
Jamie Macaluso
January 23, 2008
Greg and I extend to you our heartfelt condolences. May God bless you each day and sustain your health, as you cherish your memories. We appreciate the love and joy that you and your late husband showed to Wayne and his musicians, as they celebrated the gift of music with you, always a warm and loving audience. Thank you for this love. In Christ, Greg and Jamie Macaluso
Sandy & Joe Sonsini
January 23, 2008
Words are so inadequate to express the sadness we feel for both you and David. Bill was a special kind of man, very caring, very accepting and supportive of his entire family - that was obvious to anyone that knew him. I know that he will be sorely missed by all - but most of all by Sharon. You will always feel the loss of him in your heart, but in time you will embrace all the memories that you made together and those memories will fill your heart with warmth and give you strength. Joe and I wish we could be there for you at the memorial service - just know we are there in our thoughts and prayers.
Henny Banning
January 23, 2008
Dear Sharon: I send my deepest thoughts and prayers of loving sympathy-for you and your family during this painful time. God be with you - especially during your time of grief over the loss of your dear-dear husband. Very sincerely, henny & laura
Louise Gibbon
January 22, 2008
Sharon and David – May God bless you both and give you strength
through your loss. I have only known the McConnell family for
about 25 years. I immediately saw the closeness that the three of you shared and I saw it filled with “lots of love and laughter” and most of all a positive attitude for life. It was nice to be around Bill and Sharon because their “love for each was always shinning”. My prayers and thoughts will be with you on the 26th. Louise Gibbon (Houston, TX)
Ruth Toon
January 21, 2008
Sharon and David - my deepest sympathy to you both. I know Bill was such as important part of your life. He will be greatly missed by members of WNIFC not only his presence but his sense of humor and smile. Prayers are with you to strengthen you through this time.
Sharon McConnell
January 20, 2008
Bill left this world far to soon, he was my life and a good friend to all who knew him. God must have needed him more than our family and I truly know he is out of pain. I wish I could have done more to help him. I hope those who knew him will attend his memorial on Sat. the 26. I know he never read the obits as he always was afraid him name would be there...love Sharon
Bill & Carole Applegate
January 15, 2008
Sharon and Family,
We were deeply sorry to learn of Bill's passing. We considered him a friend and a business colleage. He was always available when we need his expertise on all our A/C problems as well as a very dependable neighbor. Our heart felt sympathy goes our to each of his love ones.
Pat Boggiano
January 13, 2008
Words are almost too hard to find. Bill was my neighbor for 20 years. He would always be there to help in any way he could. He was the kindest, most honest and sincere person anyone could ever meet. Nothing was to much for Bill to handle. His favorite expression was "I can do it". I know he will live in the hearts of everyone who knew Bill. To Sharon - you were truly "The wind beneath his wings". Special prayers for you and yours to help get you through each day.
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