Joel Thomas McConnell Obituary

In loving memory of Joel Thomas McConnell of Valley Grande, Alabama, who departed this world on May 15, 2025 at the age of 87. Joel Thomas leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary McConnell and Joel Wellington McConnell; his sister Faye Whitley; and his grandfather Joe. He is survived by: his wife Helen McConnell; his sons, Steven McConnell (Elizabeth Frances Noble) and Joel Kristopher McConnell (Andrea Vega); his grandchildren, Joel Colin McConnell, Aidan Kristopher McConnell, Finn Thomas McConnell and Esmee Grace McConnell; his daughters, Angelica McConnell Bernie and Andrea Vega McConnell; his brother Oliver "Kit" McConnell (Tippy); and his friends, R. C. and Delaine Oglesby.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Valley Grande Baptist Church; 48 Co Rd 16, Valley Grande, AL 36701.