Carol McConnell, age 66, passed away on May 29, 2011 at her home in Conroe surrounded by her family. Carol was born and raised in Michigan before moving to Florida, where she spent her early adult life. She has been a Conroe area resident for the past 32 years. Carol was a very loving mother and woman who opened her heart and her home to many people throughout the years. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry McConnell; her sister, Barbara; and her brother, Steve. She is survived by her daughters, Sandy Sanchez and husband John and Laura Velez and husband John; son, Billy McConnell and wife Sherry; nine grandchildren, Justin, Jamie Leigh, Jamie, Danielle, John Cody, Teddy, Jerrod, Hailey and Falcon; one great grandson, Ethan; dear friend and sister-in-law, Rose McConnell; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.