Clinton R. Connell, 88, of Crump, TN, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2015. He was born in Arlington, TN on November 26, 1926 to Joseph Thomas and Ruth Thomas Connell. Mr. Connell was a U.S. Army veteran and was the epitome of the “Gentleman” Farmer. He was the widower of Roberta Connell and is survived by a stepson, Charles “Bubba” Little of Crump, TN; several step grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Thursday evening, February 5 at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd. His home going service will be at 10 a.m., Friday morning, February 6 at the funeral home with interment to follow in Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.memphisfuneralhome.com