Brian "Boney" Keith McConnell, 44, of Franklin, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2021, after a period of declining health.

He was born in Sylva, NC, 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 will be 6pm, Monday, July 19, at Windy Gap Baptist Church. Rev. Mark Bishop will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 5pm till 6pm, 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 400Atlanta, GA 30328.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.