Brian McConnell, 57, Savannah, Missouri; passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May, 21, 2026.

Brian was born on April 20, 1969 in Osceola, Iowa to Doyle and Donna (Lyall) McConnell.  He was a 1988 graduate of Murray High School, where he and his future wife became high school sweethearts.

Brian and Sandra Berry were united in marriage on July 11, 1992 at Murray Church of Christ Church, and celebrated thirty-three years of marriage.

Brian worked as a plant superintendent for Herzog Contracting for over thirty-five years.  Over that time, Brian built many wonderful friendships and considered Herzog his 2nd family.

Brian was a devoted husband, loving father and a proud papa.  He loved spending time with his grandbabies, riding his Harley and could always be found tinkering in his shop.  His family was his greatest joy and where he loved devoting his time and attention.  He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.

Brian is survived by his loving wife, Sandra, of the home; son, Brennen McConnell; two daughters, Brianna Luna (Anthony) and Paige McConnell; grandchildren, Bobbi Miller McConnell, Thea and Koda Luna, and Tate, Teigen and Triton Halls; parents, Doyle and Donna (Lyall) McConnell and a brother, Jeff McConnell (Barbara).

Mr. McConnell was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Doyle and Edna McConnell; maternal grandparents, Berthal and Marjorie Lyall; brother, Kevin McConnell; cousin, Sasha Leach and uncles, Keith Wolfe, James Lyall, Arthur Lyall and Richard Lyall.

Mr. McConnell was cremated under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidefanden Chapel, at 3609 Frederick in St. Joseph, MO, where the family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 PM Friday, May 29.  A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 30 followed with a memorial luncheon at our chapel all to be located at Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidefanden Chapel, 3609 Frederick, St. Joseph, MO.

In Lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to the Herzog Foundation.