MCCONNELL, Gary Donald


The Daily Courier, Prescott, Arizona Sunday, May 29, 2016 Gary McConnell was born Aug. 19, 1936 in Imperial, Nebraska. He died May 20, 2016 in Prescott, Arizona. Gary served in the U.S. Navy for 26 years as a helicopter pilot, retiring as a Commander. He was a decorated veteran, earning a Silver Star and three Bronze Stars. He is survived by his loving family, Gail, wife of 56 years; daughters Tracy (Doug), Leslie (Murphy); granddaughter Maggie; and his sister Jackie (Leon). A remembrance will be scheduled this summer. Funeral services were entrusted to Wakelin Family Funeral Homes. Please visit www.ruffnerwakelin.com to view and sign Gary’s guestbook. Information provided by survivors.