So very loved, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, gained her angel wings on Friday September 8, 2023 at her home in Sarasota, FL.

Connie is survived by her Sister, Linda Cole (Ross), Rio Verde, AZ, Daughter - Vicki Blair, Lexington, SC, Daughter - Ranae Sexton, Sarasota, FL, Son - Rick (Sharon) Aldrich, Albion, IN. Grandchildren, Zach (Lacey) Aldrich, Courtney (Patrick) Smith, Shanon (Daniel) Thompson, Niece, Kelly Cole, step-grandchildren , Clay (Penny) Moore and Grant (Nicole) Moore and 6 Great-grandchildren, Lillie, Lane, Laila, Adelen, Carter, Jaden and Braylen.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Edward "Lee" Aldrich daughter, Debra Kay, parents Ralph and Maggie Allen, brother Gary Allen and grandson, Kevin Edelen.

Connie was an avid cross stitcher and created lots of family treasures. She will be remembered for her beautiful smile, her boundless energy and her always managing to get her way. Above all else, she treasured spending time with her family.

Burial will be at Sarasota National Cemetery, with a Celebration of Life Service at a later date.