Lucille M. McConnell

Lucille M. McConnell, 90, passed away in Fairhope, Alabama, on Monday morning, 26 March 2012, after a brief illness. Lucille was born 10 May 1921 to Lewis W. and Tecla M. Smith in Enumclaw, Washington. She attended school in Enumclaw, and was a member of the class of 1939. After her marriage she lived in Enumclaw, Montesano, and for the past 55 years in Kent. She recently moved to Fairhope, Alabama to live with her daughters. In 1939, she married John R. McConnell. They had two daughters and two sons, Patricia, Judy, John and Bob. Lucille worked for the Washington State Liquor Control Board until retirement. She had many interest. She enjoyed traveling, dancing, needlework, sewing, reading, but most of all spending time with family and friends. Lucille adored and loved her family and friends. She always reached out to people, and made friends for life. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband John, son Robert, two grandsons Mark L. Evans and Todd R. McConnell, daughter-in-law Darlene McConnell, sister Jean Kangas and two brothers Vernon and Lester Smith.Lucille’s survivors include daughters, Patricia McConnell of Mobile, AL. Judy Walton (Steven) of Fairhope, AL, son John McConnell of Kent, five grandchildren, Jamie Kelly (Kevin) of Panama City Beach, FL, Jennifer Cox (Rick) of Ravensdale, WA, Scott McConnell (Michelle) of Auburn, WA, Jona Kirsch (Bill) of Bonney Lake, WA, Gaynor Hartley (Jon) of Mobile, AL, sister Dorie Jennings of Seattle, WA and 13 great grandchildren. Lucille had numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind many beloved friends.Lucille was a wonderful Mother, grandmother, sister, auntie and friend. We loved her dearly and will miss her. A late summer “Celebration of Life” is planned. 668380