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Constance Braxton Obituary
Constance Elaine Braxton, 82, of Spotsylvania, VA. passed away on December 16, 2023, with family and friends by her side. She was known to many as "Connie".
Ms. Braxton is survived by a loving brother, Clinton Braxton, Jr., of Spotsylvania, VA, and two foster brothers, Terry Haley of Atlanta, GA, and Kevin Haley of Overland Park, KS.
A viewing will be held at A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home on Friday, December 22, 2023, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. followed by the Omega Omega ceremony conducted by the FAAC chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. from 6:30 to 7 p.m. An additional viewing will be held at Sylvannah Baptist Church in Spotsylvania, VA, on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at 10 a.m. follow by a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m.
Memories and Condolences
for Constance Braxton
Sponsored by A. L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, Inc. - Fredericksburg.
Tanya Hellams
November 7, 2024
I was not in town when you passed. Know you will be missed and I am forever grateful for all we shared.
Marvin Fauntleroy
January 12, 2024
You were an Inspiration to the many lives you touched including mine. I know you will be received in Heaven with open arms.
Alice Thompson
January 3, 2024
To the Family of Constance Braxton..you Sincerely have my Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your love one. Connie truly will be missed.
She holds a Special place in my Heart ❤❤.
Tina Wheeler
December 28, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Miss Braxton’s passing. She’s holds a fond place in the hearts of both me and my husband. She was his second grade teacher and my administrator at both Spotswood and Courthouse Road Elementary. She was a helpful, kind and caring person. Our condolences to the Braxton family.
Andrea Stephens Creasy
December 28, 2023
Clinton, I am so sorry to hear about Ms. Braxton. She's still Ms. Braxton to me, my 2nd grade teacher. I wish I would have known sooner to give my respects. She's always been on my mind all these years. Prayers for your family.
December 28, 2023
On behalf of A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home, we express our deepest condolences during this difficult time. We extend continued prayers of strength and comfort. Our thoughts are with your family.
A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home
Trisha Fauntleroy
December 26, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dawn Shelley
December 25, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. Connie was a wonderful, kind woman whom I will always remember. She will always hold a special place with Spotsylvania County Schools.
Roberta
December 25, 2023
Sending Condolence to the Family, No more pain resting in the arms of God.
Cindy Schmidt
December 23, 2023
So sorry for your lost
She was a great person I´m so glad that I got to know her
Prayers to the family
Anne Keeling
December 23, 2023
The Lord blessed Connie Braxton to be a Pioneer of many seats and places for His Glory. May the Lord comfort the Braxton Family during this time of bereavement.
Carol Mauro
December 23, 2023
Ms Braxton was the principla at Spotswood School when I was assigned as a transliterstor for deaf children being educated there. It was the only class in the 5 counties. When I joined the team, the children were in kindergaten and first grade. She was always kind and welcoming...but no funny business on her watch! I admired her style and appreciated her strength and support for this pilot project to educate children in their home school. I'm sure the angels greeted her when she went home to celebrate Christmas in Heaven.
Hazel Burrell
December 22, 2023
Prayers and condolences to the family. Connie is resting with Jesus Christ. Be strong and faith in the Lord .
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Karen L Woodward
December 22, 2023
Clinton and family,
DavidMichael,Chris, and I were deeply saddened to learn that Connie had passed
She was such a wonderful and enjoyable person to be around and work with. We
are honored to have known her and count her among our friends. May God ever comfort and bless you.
Sorrowfully,
(Soror) Karen, DavidMichael, and Christopher Woodward
Victoria Nichols
December 22, 2023
Soror Connie Braxton I am thankful that I had the opportunity to pay homage to you for paving the way for me into our illustrious sisterhood and for being such a beautiful woman of God. I enjoyed spending some time with you earlier this month. May God continue to bless and comfort your loved ones.
Michelle Colbert and Family
December 22, 2023
Ms. Braxton paved the way for many educators in the Spotsylvania community. She served the students, teachers/staff, and community with dignity and grace. Oftentimes, she shared her wisdom and words of encouragement. Many stand on her shoulders, and I am eternally grateful for her dedication and commitment to education and her community. Our prayers are with you Mr. Braxton and to the family during this difficult time. Be comforted in knowing Ms. Braxton has peacefully transitioned from labor to her heavenly reward.
Renee Beverly
December 22, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences and sympathy to the family. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Patricia Jackson
December 22, 2023
Thank you, to a wonderful person.
My condolences to the family.
Valerie Lewis
December 22, 2023
Family, please accept my condolences. Soror Braxton was a genuinely great person, inside and out. Family, God will take care of you.
Sue Sargeant
December 22, 2023
Ms. Braxton was principal at Spotswood Elementary when I was on faculty there as a school speech pathologist. She was a 'barrier breaker', the first African American women to serve as a Spotsylvania County Public Schools principal to support ALL children, their families and staff, especially the inclusion of students with disabilities with typical peers. Some of us remember the day when SCPS announced that she was opening Courthouse Road ES. This was during the heyday of new schools being built in Spotsy due to the beginning influx of new residents. The talk in the hallways and teacher workroom was who was going to remain at Spotswood because staff were making plans to transfer, right quick, to follow Ms. Braxton to CHRES. In Gratitude for Ms. Braxton's witness.
Chuck Taylor
December 22, 2023
Sorry for your loss
Dr. Bernardine Miles
December 21, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sheryl Conyers Holmes
December 21, 2023
My prayers and condolences to the family.
Carol Braxton Washington
December 21, 2023
I am so blessed to have had my cousin Connie in my life. I will always cherish the times we spent together and will never forget all the memories we shared. She will be missed and will forever remain in my heart.
Terecia Gill
December 21, 2023
My sincerest condolences to the Braxton Family. The John J Wright Educational & Cultural Center is forever grateful for Ms Braxton´s dedication to the students and staff of Spotsylvania County. May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Sincerely,
Terecia Gill
grace ware
December 21, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sharon Mcglone
December 20, 2023
Rest my dear Soror and friend. Thanks for the memories.
Linda Sykes
December 20, 2023
Condolence from the Sykes Family, may GOD continue to bless and comfort the Braxton family during their time of bereavement.
Lori Johnson
December 20, 2023
Ms. Braxton was an outstanding principal & administrator. She was my 1st supervisor on my 1st job out of grad school. She led by example & provided guidance, space & support for me to stumble & grow. She was a quiet & mighty leader — knowledgeable, reflective & respectful.
Rest in peace, Ms. Braxton ❤
Brenda Nettles
December 20, 2023
You will be truly missed! No more pain! He will never give us more than we can bear!
Brenda Carter
December 20, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Frank and Paulette Hawthorne
December 20, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to the family. My sister was a quiet force , leader, and friend. Keep your memories in your heart. She will be missed.
Joyce and Ray Carey
December 19, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends , and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. of Constance Braxton .
Johnny Hicks
December 19, 2023
Such a sweet loving person to have known may she rest in peace praying for her family and extending deepest condolences.
Bishop and Deaconess Johnny & Fonda Hicks
Rodney, Sr. & Amelda Jones
December 19, 2023
To: Clinton and the Braxton Family
We are saddened to hear of the loss of Constance, a loving and kind leader. May God shower His peace and comfort over you.
Reginald and Betty Crump Family
December 19, 2023
To Clinton and the Braxton family,
Our deepest condolences in loss of a very beautiful and special person.
Rita Henry
December 19, 2023
To Clinton and the Braxton Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family in the loss of your sister, Connie. May God's love and peace be with you during this difficult time.
Jose Brown
December 19, 2023
Thank You Miss Braxton "Connie"
Jose Brown
December 19, 2023
To "Junior" and the Braxton Family,
Even though your hearts are broken and hurting, my prayer is that God will bring strength, courage, faith, healing and comfort to you during this difficult time.
Family, remember the happier times that you spent with "Connie," as well as her life efforts as an administrator and educator that were a blessing to this community.
Connie's efforts towards getting out the message and addressing the importance od preserving John J. Wright Consolidated School was second to none.
A job well done "Miss Braxton Connie" and Mission Accomplished!
Deepest sympathy and prayers,
Deacon Jose A Brown and Family,
Burnetta Chew
December 19, 2023
To: Mr. Clinton Braxton and Family;
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. Ms. Constance Braxton was a loving, wonderful and a beautiful human being. She will be truly missed in our hearts and in this community.
RIP
Geneva Johnson-Thompson
December 18, 2023
Glad you got home peacefully!!!! Take your rest. See you when I see you.
Sandra King
December 18, 2023
Thoughtful, quiet, unwavering and observant was how I would describe Connie. She was a great administrator; leading the children and faulty toward being successful in all of their endeavors. I loved her. She will certainly be missed. My deepest sympathy to all of her family, friends and partner. Rest peacefully dear friend. You're with God.
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