Mr. John Claden Connell, Jr.
11/25/1962 - 03/18/2026
Mr. John Claden Connell, Jr., age 63, of South Hill, passed away on Wednesday March 18, 2026 in his home, with his wife by his side. He was a long time truss designer for Proffitt Lumber Company. He is survived by his wife, Phebe M. Connell of South Hill; his father, Claden Connell and his wife Pat of South Hill; his three sons: Christopher Connell of Tennessee, Zachariah Maynard and his wife Samantha of South Carolina and Luke Maynard and his wife Lauren of South Hill; his three brothers: Paul Connell and his wife Chrissy of Faber, VA, Barry Connell and his wife Stacey of South Hill and Brian Pearce and his wife Tanja of South Hill; his four grandchildren, including Elijah and John Keith; his niece, Camryn Connell and his two nephews: Drew Connell and Clay Connell. He was preceded in death by his son, Neal Connell. A Celebration of Life service will be conducted on Saturday March 21st at 1:00 P.M. in the Freedom House Ministries located at 24515 Highway 47, South Hill, VA 23970. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bailey Center for Special Needs through their website, www.ssvafeat.org or to Treena’s Tree House at P.O. Box 67, South Hill, VA 23970. The family respectfully request that no food or flowers be sent to the home due to allergic conditions. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Connell family.
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Long time Family Friend
Sorry to hear about the passing he will be greatly missed and greatly loved for years to come in the Ruhl Household hope his blessings carry on and that his work will never be forgotten glad to know he is no longer in pain, love the Ruhl Fsmily!!
John came to work for me at Homecraft many years ago and then later with my construction company. He meant a great deal to me.
Our condolences go out to his wife and family.
I am sorry to hear of John’s passing. I worked with John years ago at Homecraft Corp. We were both draftsmen. I was glad to hear that John accepted Jesus as his savior.
My condolences to John’s wife and family.
So sorry for your loss. We’re praying for you and your family 🥲
Our condolences goes out to all. 🙏 for everyone…..
So sorry to hear this news
Our families were some of the original settlers on our street. We grew up together playing games (they had the neighborhood basketball net) burning leaves, snow sledding, and taking the same bus for years! John came from a nice family and many fond memory! Rest in peace, my friend! Condolences to the family!
Kathyj4christ@msn.com
Sorry for your loss,prayers for family
So sorry to hear this.Prayers for his family.
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John fought a long hard fight.with his wife by his side..Hated to hear he had passed,but so thankful he’s out of pain and in a much better place..Our thoughts and condolences go out to all his loved ones….