James Walter McConnell Jr. Obituary

The memory of James Walter McConnell Jr. (Willimantic, Connecticut), who passed away on January 7, 2026 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry James Walter's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May James Walter's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He is survived by: his wife Lorraine Schlegel McConnell; his sister Judith Gadbois of Kentucky; his nephews, David McConnell, Jeffrey McConnell and Eric Paul Breuning; his niece Kimberlea Curran; and his cousins, Joel DeNigris, Albert DeNigris, Robert DeNigris, Jay DeNigris, Julii Gibson and Catherine Cosgrove.