Sue Carol Goins McConnaughey, 72, of Hillsboro, passed away at her home Friday, April 3 after a heroic battle with cancer.
Sue was born June 24, 1947, in Lexington, Ky.
She was a 1965 high school graduate of Bryan Station, Lexington. She then attended Morehead State University where she met her future husband, Terry. She graduated Morehead with an elementary education degree. She later obtained her master's degree in administration from Miami University. Sue loved to teach. She taught first, second, fifth and seventh grades during her 37 years of teaching. She enjoyed playing bridge and golf.
She has made many forever friends with these activities. She was a member of the Hillsboro Church of Christ. Sue truly loved the Lord. Sue was an eternal optimist. She always found the good in people. She brought joy and laughter to those around her. She will be dearly missed by many friends and family.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Vanita Grace Goins and Grover Neville Goins of Lexington, Ky.
She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Terry McConnaughey.
She had one daughter, Leah McConnaughey; and one son, Kyle McConnaughey, and daughter-in-law Amy, who was more like a daughter. She had three grandchildren, Ezra Golden Rand, Bailey James McConnaughey and Emery Hazel Grace McConnaughey.
There will be no visitation. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.
The Turner & Son Funeral Home is serving the family.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc.
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Rebekah (Williams) Olliges
April 12, 2020
Leah... I am sorry for your loss. We will see your mom again when we all get
To heaven. Trust in this promise.
Carolyn Michael
April 10, 2020
Terry and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Sue. You all were blessed, Sue was such a beautiful person inside and out. Loved her smile! May God surround all of you with His love, strength and peace.
April 8, 2020
Terry and Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Sue was a wonderful person and always happy. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Our prayers are with you.
Bob and Carol Dunlap
Janice ferguson
April 7, 2020
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for you and your family Terry'
April 7, 2020
Terry and family,
We are sorry to hear about Sue's passing but know she was a fighter with a genuine love for you, your family, and the Hillsboro community-making great and fun memories for all. Prayers for all. Jim and Lee Redkey
Randy Beatty
April 6, 2020
We sadly have lost a wonderful citizen in our community her light will
shine in heaven as well as with us so very sorry
April 6, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. What a lovely, sweet lady. I know that she loves her family so much. Prayers.
Cory Taylor
April 6, 2020
A true angel has went home! Prayers to one of the best families I have ever met.
Gloria Roush
April 6, 2020
What a lovely lady. I remember her laughing down the halls at East Mignon at M.S.U. My deepest sympathy to Terry and family.
Bev Terrell
April 6, 2020
Love and prayers to family.
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