William A. McConnell of New York City, New York entered into eternal rest on March 15, 2014. William was born on March 2, 1934 in Astoria, New York to William F. McConnell and Mary A. Lehecka. William worked as a Writer/Producer with HBO for many years. William will be missed by his family and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday March 16, 2014 from 2-5:00pm & 7-9:00pm. A funeral mass will take place Monday March 17, 2014 9:30am at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church. Cremation to follow at Saint Micheal's Crematory at 10:45am located in East Elmhurst, New York. Arrangements under the direction of Thomas M. Quinn & Sons, Astoria, NY.