Gregory McConnell (Moses) Online Memorial Tribute

In Memory Of Gregory Gene (Moses) McConnell

13th December 1948 – 2nd August 2009

This memorial website was created in the memory of Gregory (Moses) Gene McConnell, born in Ventura, CA on the 13th December 1948 and passed away on the 2nd August 2009, 60 years of age.

Biography

Full Name: Gregory Gene (Moses) McConnell

Born: 13th December 1948

Passed Away: 2nd August 2009

Age: 60 years of age

Location: Grass Valley, California

Country: The United States

Father: Frank "Mac" McConnell

Mother: Kathryn McConnell Mowrey

Birth Place: Ventura, CA

Siblings: Rodney McConnell & Susan McConnell Moreno

Occupation: Animal Hospital Maintenance

Memorial Links

This memorial was created by Susan on 12 Aug 2009(update)

In Memory Of Gregory (Moses) Gene McConnell

Gregory Gene McConnell died August 2 in Grass Valley after a long illness. He was 60.He was born December 13,1948, in Ventura, CA. to Frank (Mac) McConnell and Kathryn McConnell Mowrey.He graduated from Fillmore High School, class of '67, Fillmore CA. He served in the Army, 1968-70, in the 529th Military Police Company, a coveted assignment within the military police corp. As a member of the USAREUR Honor Guard he participated in Change of Command ceremony of General A.H. Goodpaster and General L.L. Lymnitzer at Supreme Headquarter Allied Powers in Europe. Also, in ceremonies of review by Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands among others. He worked in Europe for 9 1/2 years for USAREUR Vehicle Registration, Heidelberg, Germany as an Assistant Branch Chief. During his time in Germany, he became a founding member of the Spirit Motorcycle Club started in 1976 by American Soldiers in Germany and still active. He was very proud of this. In 1979 Greg returned stateside and began working for Challenger and Cal Pac Drilling Co's. In 1993 Greg made Grass Valley, CA his home and began working for Textronics until 1998. In recent years he worked for Grass Valley Veterinary Hospital. He was a gentle giant who loved the animals and the people who worked there. He was a dedicated and hard worker. His hobbies were fishing and motorcycle riding. He will be missed by all who loved him. He is survived by his mother, Kathryn McConnell Mowrey of Grass Valley, brother, Rodney F. McConnell & his wife, Marjorie of Nevada City, sister, Susan McConnell Moreno & her husband, Al of Big Oak Valley, nephews and niece. He was never married. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank (Mac) McConnell and stepfather James R. Mowrey. Greg will be buried with his father in Bardsdale , CA. The date is pending for graveside services. A private memorial is being planned at a later date.Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel of the Angels Mortuary and Crematory, Grass Valley.

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VISITOR GUESTBOOK - SYMPATHY & CONDOLENCES

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25 Sep 2009 - ralph kresge signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell Gee am so sorry to hear of your passing I will never forget all the good times we all had in Germany. I always looked up to you and even bought the same bike a 1976 black sporty. The times we all had are foreve... ť read more		13 Sep 2009 - Kenneth Howe signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell My heart feels for the passing of Moses. I joined the 529th MP Company in 1971-1973. I left and stayed in Germany until 1984. I remember seeing Greg around Heidelberg when we were younger any years ago. My ... ť read more

31 Aug 2009 - linus & ralf signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell more than 30 years , moses , linus and i was very young , but moses give uns a chance to cam in in his biker -family here in germany . we had a good time and a lot of good people , and moses was like a father f... ť read more		28 Aug 2009 - Alan "Snake" Cabral signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell I meet Moses 33 years ago in Germany. We were club brothers and had many good times riding our Harley's.... R.I.P. Bro .... Snake ť read more

28 Aug 2009 - frog man signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell been 33 years moses with many long trails, ride on brother down that autobahn...your "ONLY" prospect,,FROG ť read more		23 Aug 2009 - Duxi signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell R.I.P. ť read more

19 Aug 2009 - Larry D. Moorl signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell I knew Greg in high school and have many fond memories of him.I remember a kind and gentle soul,with a smile that was as big as he was.Rest in peace,Greg. ť read more		18 Aug 2009 - Ron Durham signed this guestbook in memory of Gregory McConnell Sue: Not sure if you remember me but I was a classmate of Greg's in Fillmore and also gratuated in the same class. I remember him as being a very personable and kind person but on the football field he was a ... ť read more

FAMILY AND FRIENDS

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Friend Ralph	Friend Ron	Friend tom	Family Friend Tom
Friend Swede	Friend Derek (CAJUN)

VISITOR FLOWERS

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28 Aug 2009 frog man schroeder placed this flower in memory see ya later bro	16 Aug 2009 Kathryn Mowrey Mother placed this flower in memory Rest in Peace dearest son I love you	14 Aug 2009 Michelle Broussard placed this flower in memory God bless my Daddy's friend Moses

13 Aug 2009 Susan Moreno placed this flower in memory Rest with blessed peace dear brother	13 Aug 2009 Derek Broussard placed this flower in memory You came into my life when I was lost, you will be in my heart forever

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Ralph Kresge AKA Dirty Ernie lit this candle on 25 Sep 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell	Kenneth Howe lit this candle on 13 Sep 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell	angela lit this candle on 31 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell

Larry D. Moore lit this candle on 19 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell	Sharon Perrin lit this candle on 18 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell	goody lit this candle on 14 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell

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Susan Moreno lit this candle on 13 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell	Derek Broussard lit this candle on 13 Aug 2009 in memory of Gregory McConnell