Matthew Rankin McConnell

December 21, 1978 – September 11, 2025 – Matthew Rankin McConnell, age 46, of Paris, Kentucky died September 11, 2025. He was born on December 21, 1978, to Sheila Brannock McConnell and the late William T. McConnell, Jr.
Matthew was an intelligent and skilled tradesman as a Master Electrician and Master HVAC Contractor, talented with his hands and mind always ready to solve a challenging project. His creativity and precision shown during his childhood while building elaborate Lego cities carried over into his work and hobbies as an adult. From setting up an impromptu lemonade stand on hot summer baseball park days to commandeering a school business class “candy bar sales” project to attending trade school while still in high school; he exhibited his knack for seizing an opportunity. His lesser-known artistic abilities were displayed in his powerful writings and colorful paintings. Most of his life was accompanied by his loving dogs (Ranger, Diesel) and cats (MJ and Matilda). Matthew lived an adventurous life with an individualistic spirit. Yet he showed deep, thoughtful moments, caring about the people around him in quiet but meaningful ways.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Bill T. McConnell; grandparents, Keller Rankin Brannock and Doris Jean “Toadie” Brannock; grandfather, Bill McConnell, Sr. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Amy Robinson McConnell; Mother, Sheila Brannock McConnell; Brother, William Scott (Alexandra) McConnell; Brother, Todd Carson (Heather) McConnell. Nieces and Nephews: William McConnell, Larkin McConnell, Adelaide McConnell, and Keller McConnell, Gracie Underwood and Addison Underwood. Uncles and Aunts: Kavin Brannock, Pat (Johnny) Boardman, Teresa (Clarence) Johns, Dina (Sid) Adams, Paul (Lynn) McConnell.
Visitation was Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. Funeral Service were Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:00am with Officiant Chaplin Rick Snyder. All services were held at Hinton-Turner Funeral Home, 526 Pleasant Street, Paris, Kentucky. Burial followed the service at Paris Cemetery, Paris, Kentucky.
Casket Bearers were Scott McConnell, Todd McConnell, Roy Baber, Mike Matthews, Barry Adkins, and Doug Wagoner. Honorary Casket Bearers were Jack Massie along with unforgettable predeceased mentors/friends Lt. Col. John J. McLaughlin and Scott Hurlburt.
If you wish in lieu of flowers, please consider Memorial Donations mailed to PAWS (Paris Animal Welfare Society), 6 Legion Drive, Paris, KY 40361; or visit www.pawspets.org/donate/