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Carol McConnell Obituary

McConnell, Carol

Carol D. McConnell, age 86, passed away on December 29, 2022 at Three Pillars Health Center in Dousman, WI. She was born on November 28, 1936 to Gordon and Lucille (Weinkauf) Davy in Waukesha, WI.

Carol was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is survived by her husband, John; their sons, John F. and Andrew (Carolann); their grandchildren, Matthew and Olivia; and a great-grandchild, Kendalyn Elaina; their brothers, John (Roseanne) and Thomas Davy.

Carol's formal education was exceptional and varied. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Lawrence University in Appleton WI, and a Master's in Divinity from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. As a long time supporter of her Alma Mater, Lawrence University, she remained active with their Film outreach programs throughout the years.

Carol dedicated her life to philanthropic causes. She was a champion of several civic initiatives and her love and support of all animal charities was widely recognized.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 21st at St. Mary's Episcopal Church in Dousman, WI with a visitation one hour prior to the service. The burial will be held privately with family at Prairie Home Cemetery in Milwaukee.

Memorials in Carol's name are much appreciated at Valley of the Kings Sanctuary and Retreat located in Sharon, WI (262-736-9386 or www.votk.org).

Pagenkopf Funeral Home is serving the family. For more information, call 262-567-4457 or visit www.pagenkopf.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 15, 2023.

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Renee Badura

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I was in book club with Carol. As a new member, I hadn't known Carol long, but I was inspired by her smarts, kindness and wit. Carol lit up the room when she walked in. She will be missed terribly.

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