Arlene E. Connell, age 85, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018 in Muskegon. She was born on October 22, 1933 in Muskegon to the late Peter and Edna (Raisanen) Lahnala. On December 30, 1950 she married Harry Connell and he preceded her in death. Arlene has been a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Muskegon for 68 years and was a member of Muskegon Eagles Auxillary #668, Viking Linnne’ #57 and the Red Hat Society. She enjoyed frequenting casinos, bowling and spending her winters in Florida. Arlene is survived by her son Dale (Deborah) Connell, two brothers Gerald (Barbara) and Tom (Dee) Lahnala, six grandchildren, many great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband she is preceded in death by a daughter Karen Connell. There will be a funeral service on Monday, December 31, 2018 at 11:00 am at the Ever Rest Funeral Home and Chapel with visitation one hour prior. Burial will be at the Sunrise Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.