Bernard Joseph “Joe” McConnell Jr., 70, of Van Buren passed away peacefully on Thursday July 9th, 2026. He was born September 27th, 1955 in Santa Ana, California. Joe served 4 yrs in the CA ARNG. After the service he was a long-haul truck driver for G.T Trucking.
He is survived by his wife, 1 daughter; 4 sons; 2 stepdaughters, 1 stepson, 1 brother and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
July 17, 2026 — 9:15 AM
Ride Captain:
Joe “Magic” Maglie
501-416-1178
Instructions:
This is the start of a Pony Express from Ft Smith AR to Indiantown National Cemetery, PA.
9:15 Stage
9:30 KSU to Workman’s Travel Center, 3202 Pence Ln, Ozark AR.
11:00 Meet family for dignified transfer.
Return to central AR to prepare for the next leg.
Flags will not be provided.
Large Bike Flags will not be needed.
Water will not be provided, please bring your own.
Submitted by: Joe Maglie
National Admin Mission Controller / Arkansas Ride Captain
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