Teddy Rogers` Mcconnell

Teddy R. McConnell, 90, of Grayson, GA passed away Monday, September 21, 2015. He was born in Scaly Mountain, NC.  He was the son of the late Raleigh and Elmina Jane McConnell.  He was a member of Stone Mountain First United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Nicholson McConnell.   He graduated from Highlands High School, NC, and enlisted in the United States Navy in 1943. Mr. McConnell enlisted in the Navy during WWII and served in the South China Seas and post occupation Japan.  He served on the U. S. Lexington as a Squadron Chief.  He retired from the Navy after 28 years of service.  Mr. McConnell worked for the State of Georgia Department of Industry and Trade for 15 years until his retirement following his service to his country.

He is survived by his daughter, Beverly Jane McConnell of Grayson, GA; his son, Jerry McConnell and his wife Mary Beth McConnell, and three grandchildren, Chris, Scott and Jenna McConnell.

Mr. McConnell is the last surviving sibling of 13 brothers and sisters.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 26, 2015 at 11:00 am in the chapel of Bryant‑Grant Funeral Home with Rev. Forest Jones officiating.  Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery.  The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 ‑ 8:00 pm at the funeral home.

Bryant‑Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.  Online condolences may be made at bryantgrantfuneralhome.com.