It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Connie Sue Harrier, age 70, of Bartlesville, Oklahoma. Connie departed from this world on November 10, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She was born on January 21, 1953, in Sikeston, Missouri, to the late Earnest and Novella Taylor. On October 17, 1992, Connie married her soulmate Gordon C. Harrier. Together they built a life full of love and happy memories.
Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Novella Taylor and her brother, Kenneth (Peg) Taylor. She is survived by children: Julie (Robb) Smith; Tami (Jason) Turner; Lauren (Strip) Lilliott; Traci Harrier; Wayne (Debbie) Harrier; Gordon (Christine) Davis; Gary Davis. Siblings: Joyce Stachowiak; Michael (Martha) Taylor; Dan (late partner Robin Brown) Taylor; Kelli (Duane) Zigmund. 18 grandchildren 9 great grandchildren, multiple nieces and nephews along with great nieces and nephews.
Connie will forever be remembered for her gentle and kind-hearted nature, which brought comfort and joy to all who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, who held her family dear and made their happiness her top priority. Connie leaves behind a loving family and a wide circle of friends, all of whom are deeply saddened by her departure. Her memory will continue to be cherished and her legacy of love and kindness will endure in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to have known her.
A traditional memorial service will be held on November 20, 2023 at Greenlawn Funeral Home in Branson at 12:30 PM. Graveside services will be at Ozarks Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon until service time at 12:30 PM. A lunch will be provided after the services.
In this time of mourning, the family kindly requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Connie’s honor to Gordon Harrier at Greenlawn. May Connie’s soul find eternal peace, and may her memory provide solace and inspiration to all who mourn her loss.