Ralph Douglas (Doug) Mcconnell

Ralph Douglas (Doug) McConnell, 74, peacefully passed into his eternal home on July 27, 2016. His loving wife of nearly 49 years was by his side in death just as she was in his life. Memorial service: Tuesday, August 2, 2016, at Crestmont Baptist Church at 2:00pm. Reception immediately following. Memorials: In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Sarah Kait vs. Childhood Cancer or Gideons International. Doug was born July 17, 1942, in Lincolnton, NC to Ralph and Ollie McConnell. He was the oldest of three boys. Doug spent 4 years in the Air Force at Webb AFB, in Big Spring, TX from 1961-1965. It was there he met and married the love of his life on December 29, 1967 in Big Spring, TX. He later joined the National Guard and served for 10 years. Doug worked as a manager for Zales Jewelers for 12 years then went into the aircraft industry, and retired from Bell Helicopter after 26 years. His faith in Christ was strong, as was his love for his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed Southern Gospel music, the Brazos Chamber Orchestra, taking scenic road trips and spending time with family and friends. Preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Tony McConnell; father-in-law, Keats Watts; sister-in-law, Janine Parkison; and nephew, Duane Parkison Survivors: Wife, Donna McConnell; sons Kevin; Terry and wife, Tiffany; Josh and wife, Rachael; and daughter Mary Wortham and husband, Kevin; daughter-in-law, Alesia; nine grandchildren; brother, Gary McConnell and wife, Susan of Lincolnton, NC; mother-in-law, Donnie Watts; brother-in-law, Richard Parkison of California and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.