In Loving Memory Christine McConnell Christine McConnell 59 passed away on Friday, June 26th, 2015 in her Grand Prairie home from complications of breast cancer. Christine was born in Dallas, TX on February 17th, 1956, the daughter of Chris McConnell and Oma Jean Kelley. Tina is a loving mother, wife, sister, grandmother, and avid gardener. She is survived by her Husband, Alex Mata, Jr.; Daughter, Angela Maynord; Grandchildren, Ethan and Aaron Maynord; Brothers, John Henard & Donna, David McConnell; Sister, Norma Jean Arthur many nieces and nephews; and the whole Mata Family. There will be a gathering on Monday, July 6, 2015, at the Aria Chapel in Irving from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Please send the family condolences and sign the guest book on this site. Arrangements are under the direction of: Aria Cremation Service & Funeral Home 1820 N. Belt Line Road Irving, Texas 75061