Raven Mcconnell

The angels came to take Raven McConnell, 14, to heaven to be with her beloved Mimi on March 6, 2008. Even in death Raven's generosity continued as she donated her organs so that seven other people may continue to live through her. Raven is survived by parents, Tony and Becky McConnell; brothers, Mark and T.J.; grandfather John McConnell of Worthington; great aunt, Marie Krause of West Palm Beach FL; uncle, James Fry of Deland, FL; uncle; Michael Puterbaugh of Logan; cousin, Carl B. Fry of Columbus; and many aunts and uncles and cousins all across the country. Special thanks to Bob Crawford of Buckeye Ranch); Mr. Dukes, Mrs. Retter, Mr. Rains, Lora Leonard of Brookpark Middle School, and the entire staff and student body for their support, the Southwestern City Schools bus drivers, Mrs. Sander of Park Street Intermediate, Charlotte Owens, The Rucker family (Katie), Grandma Berger, Rae Paishon (Heather), JoEllen and Kelly McFarland, our friends at Kenstar Pharmacy, Bill and Carla Smith. There are too many to list, all the young men and ladies who called Raven every night, you know who you are, Makayla, Erica, Brianna, Faith, Paige, Harley, Amanda, Ashley, Thomas, Jesse, Adam, Jake, Justin, C.J., and most importantly, James Kreamer, the love of Ravens young life. Thank you and God bless Grove City police officer Downey, badge #42, paramedics, Captain Reese of the fire department and the Grant Hospital Trauma Team. In lieu of the flowers please give life and be an organ donor. Always and forever, Ravie, Love Mom and Dad. Visitation will be held Monday, March 10, 2008 from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home, Southwest Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio.