Barbara McConnell

Barbara McConnell was born on September 22, 1943 in Savannah, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Elmer and Kathleen Banks Wesson.

On July 21, 1960, she was united in marriage to Albert McConnell, who preceded his wife in death on September 1, 2023.

Barbara lived in the Cerro Gordo Community for over 30 years. She owned and operated Smoky Road Motors car lot in the Cerro Gordo community with her husband, Albert, for over 20 years. Barbara loved to be outside and planted numerous gardens for many years. She loved to draw, paint, and crochet. She was a member of New Harmony Baptist Church.

Barbara McConnell departed this life on November 15, 2024 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 81 years, 1 month, and 24 days.

She is survived by her brother, Jimmy Wesson of Summertown, Tennessee; grandchildren, Brittany Yates and Brandon Baker; and great grandchildren, Landon Yates, Tanner Yates, and Makenzie Yates.

In addition to her parents and husband, Barbara was preceded in death by her sons, Johnny McConnell and Steve McConnell; daughter, Jane Baker; brothers, Douglas Wesson, Kenneth Wesson, Donny Wesson, Billy Wesson, and Bobby Wesson; and sister, Maudie Wesson.