Connie K. Garrison
Connie Kay Garrison, 70, of Charlotte, a woman of deep conviction and Faith, love of her family, and devotion to others, went to be with her Lord on Monday, December 20, 2021. Connie was born October 7, 1951, in Mason, the daughter of Albert and Evelyn (Porter) Lowe. When her mother died unexpectedly only a few years later, she and her sister were adopted and raised by Bill and Marion Wright, local bar owners in Charlotte. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1969, and soon married her forever love, Jim Garrison on September 12, 1970. Connie brought an Olds 442 to the marriage, Jim brought a Mustang Mach 1, and soon they happily welcomed their first daughter. Connie’s life revolved around her children and grandchildren. She never missed a sporting event (often with her cowbell in hand), volunteered as a member with the Circle C 4H Club, and even served as coach when her youngest daughter, Cana, started the Olivet High School Equestrian Team. Throughout her life, she had a passion for animals, especially horses.
As a member of the worship team at New Hope Community Church, Connie could often be heard praising God with her singing, and handmade many of the flower arrangements used in the church. She studied God’s Word every day and lived a clean life full of God’s Grace and Goodness. Many will remember her perseverance, especially in service to others. Connie went well beyond the extra mile in every endeavor and area of service in her life.
Connie is survived by her husband of 51 years, Jim Garrison; daughters, Rachael (Scott) McLane, Andrea Brown, and Cana Garrison; 6 grandchildren, Kaylea and Kateline Ostrander, Alivia and Ashley Brown, and Emily and Collin McLane; sister, Vivian Schultz; brother, Larry Lowe; and her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents; brother, Duane Lowe; brother-in-law, Donald Schultz; and beloved grand-dog, Lucy.
Friends and family are encouraged to support Connie’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her tribute page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 26, 2021, at New Hope Community Church in Charlotte. Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, December 27, 2021, at New Hope Community Church, with visitation just prior from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at the church. Interment will take place in Bosworth Cemetery in Olivet. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Connie’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). Memorial contributions are suggested to New Hope Community Church Worship Team. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home.