Born July 11, 1931 in Lansing, Michigan, Jean was the loving daughter of Helen Jean (Bigelow) and Elton Ray McConnell. Preceded in death by her parents and brothers, David, Andrew and George, Jean passed away peacefully on September 9, 2014 at the age of 83. Jean is survived by her loving husband of sixty years, Robert E. Carroll and loving children William R., Frank E., Steven P. (Julie), and Ann L. Pieri (Steve). Loving grandmother to Julia M. O'Brien (Michael), Scarlett Carroll, Katherine A. Pieri, Michael J. Pieri, Audrey M. Carroll and Jack Carroll and great grandchildren William E. O'Brien and June C. O'Brien. Jean's favorite pastimes included gardening and doting on her grandchildren. She will be lovingly remembered by all that knew her for her kind heart and sense of humor. A celebration of her life will be held with family and close friends. If you wish to send her family a flowers or a sympathy card, please use the link below.