Connie June Wilde Meadows

1949-2021

Sandy, UT—After a long courageous battle with ovarian cancer, Connie June Wilde Meadows peacefully passed away on January 25 in her home surrounded by friends and family. Connie was born to Kelly and June Wilde on June 26, 1949, in Coalville, Utah. Connie attended North Summit High School where she enjoyed being a cheerleader and acting in many school plays.

Connie was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints serving many callings over the years. Connie was married in the Logan temple to her high school sweetheart, later divorced. Connie had one child, Brady Wilde Meadows. She adored raising Brady and cherished his two sons. She spent most of her career working 25 years as the head secretary at Alta View Elementary. She enjoyed working with the kids and the lifelong friendships she made.

Later in life, Connie developed a passion for travel. She toured the world with her friend Jennie Stage to places such as China, Thailand, Costa Rica, Africa, Russia, and many more. She also visited every state in the US except for two.

Connie was a charitable person giving time and money to several organizations. Connie was proud to donate her rare blood type regularly until cancer prevented her from continuing. Connie had a great sense of humor and was fun to be around. She loved to spend time with her family and friends, read the Tribune, watch tennis and game shows, and was an avid Utah Football fan.

She is preceded in death by her father Kelly Wilde, mother June Wilde, two nieces, and two nephews. She is survived by her older brothers Kent Wilde (Diane) and Scott Wilde, son Brady Meadows (Lindsay), and grandsons Sawyer, and Ashton Meadows. Many thanks to all her doctors and nurses especially Theresa Werner at the Huntsman Cancer Institute for all the love, kindness, and care they provided. Connie's wish was to help find a cure for cancer; she has graciously donated her body to the University of Utah School of Medicine to further cancer research. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Connie's name to the Huntsman Cancer Foundation or a cancer foundation of your choice.

A funeral for Connie will be held at the Granite South Stake Center Saturday, February, 6th at 11:00 a.m. at 2130 E. Gyrfaclon Dr. (10000 S) Sandy UT, 84092. Mask required, live stream at Zoom.com webinar ID: 981-8858-2490 PW: Meadows

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Published by Deseret News from Jan. 28 to Feb. 5, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Connie Meadows

15 Entries

Michael Skorney

February 2, 2023

Just learned of her passing. Teacher 101, they say, the school is run by the secretary and the custodian. They got that right. Connie was the absolute best. She was the heart and soul of Alta View Elementary. She was the bedrock of our school. Period.

Alyson Jensen

February 7, 2021

Connie was an amazing person! As she went through her struggles with cancer, she still managed to keep a smile on her face and was there to help and cheer others. She is truly an inspiration to those who knew her! Connie's laugh was contagious and it was so nice to hear her "cackle" when she was our secretary at Alta View. I know one year, after Connie had retired, when I was unable to start the school year because of health problems, she and Nancy (Newton) spent their own time and effort to put together my classroom. It was a weight lifted off my shoulders. That was a blessing to me. Connie truly was an angel here on earth--I'm sure Heavenly Father is happy to have her home.

Daniel Bennion

February 5, 2021

As odd as it may be from me, here goes anyway.
I met Connie back in March 1991. I bought her 1982 Buick Regal from her. She knew I really wanted the car and was very patient to let me work out the details to buy it. I still have the car and am restoring it and am still quite obsessed with it. I'd hoped to call Connie when it's all restored and tell her how much I appreciate her having sold me the car, and even offering to take her for a ride in it. I know this may seem silly to be writing this. But I appreciate the opportunity to have been briefly acquainted with Connie and the kind person that she was. Meanwhile, I offer my best of wishes to her family and friends. May you take comfort in the memories of the time you spent together, and of the promise of the life hereafter.
-Daniel Bennion

February 4, 2021

I’m so sad to hear about Connie. She was such an endearing lady. Full of wisdom, advice, adventurous stories, and contagious laughter. I know that Connie is now free from pain and safe in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.

Aloma Harris Ercanbrack

February 3, 2021

Connie, I was heart broken to hear of your passing, although I am grateful that you are out of your pain.. I hope you knew how much I Love you. You and Dixie we’re so much fun and both seemed like my little sisters, being 7 years younger. My family. loved your parents and your big brothers. I hope those who passed on earlier are spending time together in Heaven! I can think of so many fun times we had together! I don’t know your son and grandsons but I have heard so many nice things about them. I am sick and don’t want to spread it among your family, but know I will think of you often, and will love you until we meet again! See you again in our fathers home. Love forever, Aloma

Aloma Harris Ercanbrack

February 3, 2021

Jeff Wilde

February 3, 2021

I have fond memories of Connie and family while growing up.
My dad (Verl Wilde) and I would travel to coalville many times during the year to visit family. One year I asked Connie if she would help me with the family reunion I was in charge of that year. I was relieved when she accepted the task unconditionally.
After my mom's passing Connie would occasionally accompany dad to his favorite restaurant the Pagoda. Dad would always talk about his fondness for Connie.
Connie will always be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and caring of others.

Rita Wilde Holtry

February 2, 2021

I grew up with Connie and as her cousin ,have many fond memories of her and her family. I was saddened to learn of her passing. Since we were unable to hold our Wilde reunion last summer I was looking forward to seeing her this summer. That reunion will have to wait awhile. Rita Wilde Holtry

Susan Calderwood Brockbank

February 1, 2021

Connie, my favorite Calderwood cousin, was my friend when we were growing. Every summer I got to spend a week with her in Coalville being teased by her two older brothers same as if I were Connie's sister. Through those times I became better acquainted with my Coalville relatives. I made memories and connections to family and ancestors that have stayed with me. We had the best times playing at Grandma & Grandpa Calderwood's home in Henefer. We always laughed when we recalled how Grandma would safety-pin a basketball shirt between our legs for our swimwear, and we chased water skippers in the little ditch in front of Grandma's house. We rode bikes all around Coalville. One time I fell and skinned my knee on the gravel road coming down a hill at the cemetery. One summer we painted the picket fence bordering their yard and the horse pasture. Well, mostly, it got painted. Staying with Connie, I enjoyed the “luxuries” of being the youngest in a smaller family than my own. By my standard, she was a little bit spoiled, but I enjoyed being part of Connie's world. We did girl things and shared a lot over the years. Her friends were my friends, too, while we were together during the summers. Her next-door neighbor had a detached-from-her-home, completely furnished, room-size playhouse. In our young teen years, this was a great hangout place with Elvis Presley posters on the walls. Dixie had her own phonograph player and we listened to her great collection of .45 records.
I remember when Calderwood families took a trip to Yellowstone, and I got to ride all the way in Uncle Kelly and Aunt June’s car. Plenty of room in the back seat for just Connie and me. Camping times with our families on Bear River were fun and memorable with Grandma and Grandpa and more of the cousins. Connie and I always had fun and didn’t like to be separated again, so we occasionally wrote letters. In our adult years, we did not stay closely connected, but some years back, I did have a sleepover again with her at her home during one teacher convention I attended in the Sandy area. We visited and caught up on our lives. Connie has been through some tough times. She and others around her have been blessed by Connie's sense of humor, strength, and her amazing grit for getting through the hardest things. She will ever be loved and remembered fondly.

Janice Jolley

January 31, 2021

Connie - you were one in a million, and knowing you has been an honor, and now a memory of all of the times we have talked, joked and laughed and even teared up together. Thank you for being a good friend, and know that I will love and miss you forever -RIP - you fought the battle with strength and will. Always in my heart!

Janet Twiss

January 31, 2021

I love her and will miss her great way of making me laugh. She was always happy anf spiritually uplifting. What a priveledge to call her my cousin for eternity!

Shanna Lucido

January 30, 2021

Connie and I were friends for many years. We would sleep over at each others house and make up songs. At the last reunion she told me she found those songs in a box of stuff and we laughed about it. She really did have a sense of humor, we had many conversations on the phone just before our last reunion. I will miss knowing she is here. Rest in Peace.

Dixie (Harris) DeMoor

January 29, 2021

Connie and I grew up across the street from one another. We were more than friends, we were more like sisters. Connie was loved by my family; so much so, that when my Dad wrote poems for all of his daughters, he wrote one for Connie too! My parents loved her like a daughter. They’re probably all having a game of Conasta without me up in heaven; as we spent many hours playing cards with my folks. She was so much fun and always made me laugh.. even through all of her illnesses, she could laugh about it. To Scott and Kent and Brady and all those that loved her... she loved you all so much and talked about each one of you just a few months ago when we last talked. Prayers for all of you!! Connie, I love you and I will miss you.

Marsha R Jenkins

January 28, 2021

Connie was always such a fun classmate and friend. Always nice to everyone. My heart is sad to have her leave, but I know she is out of the pain she has been in. Go rest high on that mountain Connie. We will miss you. Love, your classmate, Marsha

Sheri Keller

January 28, 2021

Really enjoyed working with Connie at Altaview Elementary. So sorry to hear of her passing.

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