John Bell McConnaughey ’67

John Bell McConnaughey ’67 of Spokane, Washington, died October 9, 2012, of amyloidosis. John came to the College from Landon School of Chevy Chase, Maryland. John left Dartmouth early, graduated from Colorado State University and later the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. A veteran, he served as a captain in the Air Force, stationed at Fairchild Air Base. He practiced general dentistry in Spokane for 34 years until his retirement in 2010. His choice of career was perfect for him, as his patients loved him nearly as much as he loved practicing, and he was well known for the quality and excellence in his practice. John is survived by his wife of 11 years, Laura; children John (and wife Shawna), Mariah and Cory; and stepson Clayton. His wife of 18 years, Jeannie, predeceased him in 1997.