Farabaugh Family History - Person Sheet
NameEdmund McConnell 
BirthAug 2, 1851, Newry, Pa.
DeathOct 10, 1936, Altoona, Pa.
BurialSt. Johns Cemetery, Altoona, Pa.
FatherFrank McConnell
MotherAnna McCoy
Spouses
BirthMar 6, 1857, Pa.
DeathFeb 9, 1918, Altoona, Pa.
BurialSt. Johns Cemetery, Altoona, Pa.
FatherJohn D. Attig
MotherMary E. Staub
MarriageFeb 27, 1876, St. Johns Church, Johnstown, Pa.
ChildrenAnna Bridget (1883-1959)
Notes for Edmund McConnell
Edmund was a well-known engineer in the early history of the railroad in Altoona, Pa. In 1869 he became a locomotive fireman in the Pittsburgh Division, and was promoted to passenger engineer in 1871. He maintained that position until retirement in 1919. Edmund had seven sons all of whom became engineers in various capacities wih the Pennsylvania railroad.
Notes for Anna Victoria (Spouse 1)
Died of “acute indigestion.”