Funeral service for Connie Ross, age 65, of Fayetteville, TN will be held on Friday, November 19, 2021, at 1 pm at Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Robert Doud officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 11 am to 1 pm at Higgins.
Connie was born June 23, 1956, in Lebanon, TN to Sammy Bob and Peggy Torrance. She was a business school graduate and loan officer at Cash Express. Connie enjoyed art and animals, especially raising pure bred dogs. She loved chocolate and you could win her over with a pack of M&M’s or some Hershey’s Kisses. Connie previously worked as a special education teacher at Ninth Grade Academy and Lincoln County High School. She especially loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren. Connie passed away on November 14, 2021, at her home.
In addition to her parents, Connie is survived by her daughter, McKenzie Ross (Matthew) Wright of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Amaya Wright, Owen Wright, Warren Wright, and Ryan Jackson; sister, Renee (Greg) Kemple of Carthage; brother, Bob Torrance of Carthage; cousins, Jackie Kittrell, Terri Kittrell, and Michael Kittrell.
Connie is my first cousin, very close in age. I have so many good memories of growing up and visiting over the years, mostly at our grandparents’ home in Carthage, TN. What a bright light Connie had, and such a kind and compassionate heart. She loved art, learning about it, as well as drawing and painting. She loved looking after those who could not speak for themselves, and most of all she was passionate about her daughter and grandbabies. She was funny and sweet and humble, and would do anything to help someone. She had a deep sense of purpose and followed the Lord.
I’m sending love and our heartfelt prayers to the family, both McKenzie’s family, Connie’s siblings, Renee and Bob and their families, and to my Aunt Peggy and Uncle Sammy. I know they will miss Connie so much. My brother, Michael, and sister, Terri, send their best wishes and love to all as well. We are very sorry not to be able to be with you all at the funeral, but are all inspired to find a way to get together soon. as always, Jackie
I’ve known Connie for many years, and to know her was to love her. She will be missed by a ton of folks here in Fayetteville. Blessings to all of her family.
I am sorry to hear about Connie’s sudden death. Prayers for the family.