Obituary of Connie Mennecke

Constance Cecelia Mennecke, 95, of Clinton NY passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family in the comfort of her daughter’s home with whom she resided.

Connie was born on November 22, 1928, to the late Isidore and Beatrice (Gouin) Lefebvre in Woonsocket, RI. She attended school in Woonsocket and after graduation went on to work as a Telegraphic Typewriter Operator for the United States Government. In 1950 she married Maxwell Sammon, who predeceased her in 1955. While stationed in Washington DC, she met and married Norman Mennecke, a blessed union that graced her with four children. Norm’s military service brought them to Rome, NY where she raised her family and remained until moving to Clinton. Connie was an avid golfer and bocce player truly enjoying being outdoors. She loved music and enjoyed family gatherings; always being a gracious hostess. A long-time parishioner at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, her love for the Lord was evident in everything she did. In her later years she especially enjoyed the time with her grandchildren and her great grandchildren.

Connie will be missed dearly by her children, Susan (John) King, Donald (Mara) Mennecke, Frederick Mennecke and fiancé Christi Branson, Ronald (Angela) Mennecke; Grandchildren, Jennifer (Andrew) Harris, Carolyn (John) Gardner, Trisha Gavett, Kimberly Mennecke, Matthew (Faith) Mennecke, Timothy Mennecke, Victoria Mennecke, Bryan Mennecke, Corey Mennecke, Jacob Mennecke, and 11 Great Grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Norman Mennecke; infant grandson Derek Mennecke, brother Raymond Lefebvre; and her parents.

In keeping with Connie’s wishes, services will be private to her family.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in her name to Hospice and Palliative care of New Hartford. The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to all the nurses and caretakers from Hospice who helped them and gave Connie comfort in her final days. Special thanks to her nurse, Katie as well as Judy, Georgia, Angela, Stacey, Irene and Jen. Your kindness and compassion were of great comfort to her and the family.