FRANKLIN – Brian “Boney” Keith McConnell, 44, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021, after a period of declining health.
He was born in Sylva, the first son of Michael Keith and Diane Crisp McConnell. Brian was a member of Black Mountain Baptist Church. “Boney” as he was affectionately known, was a friend to many. He enjoyed working on his Jeep, riding around with friends, and pulling pranks on anyone he could.
In addition to his parents, Mike and Diane, he is survived by a brother, Chad Douglas McConnell of Franklin; nephew, Preston; and niece, Morgan. Brian also has numerous aunts, uncles, and friends surviving.
A Celebration of Life was held at 6 p.m., Monday, July 19 at Windy Gap Baptist Church. Rev. Mark Bishop officiated. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the American Heart Association: American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, 10 Glenlake Pkwy NE South Tower Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30328.
Condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com. Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.