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Connie Elling Obituary
She was born Aug. 26, 1963, in Peoria to Thomas and Billie (Harvey) Carter.
Surviving are one son, Austin Elling of Green Valley; and two sisters, Lynn Akerberg of Lawrence, Kan., and Cindy Carter of Naples, Fla.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Connie was the president of Carter Paper and Packaging in Peoria.
Cremation will be accorded. Interment of the cremated remains will be in Ellis Cemetery in Franklinton, La.
Knapp-Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Center is handling local arrangements.
Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Runners Association, 4722 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL 61614.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Allen Fort
March 2, 2017
I grew up in the same neighborhood as Connie, we weren't close friends but always said hello to each other. Saw her often when I worked at Mitsubishi. She shares the same birthday as our son Brock. Very sad to see that she passed away. Always brought a smile to my face when i saw her. Lovely lady..
Connie (Deere) Sparks
March 8, 2016
My deepest, heartfelt sympathies go to Connie's family. I have so many great memories of Connie when we were younger, back in the day.
Rest in peace my friend.
Vince Kemper
March 8, 2016
Austin and members of Connies's family,
My Family has worked for the Carter Family since the beginning of The Company. I have memories of unloading box cars and delivering to the Carter Customers as far back as I can remember. It has always been a privilege to work for the Carter Family. I was so saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Connie. I just wanted all of you to know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers thru these hard times. Your Friend Vince.
Sara Kilpatrick
March 6, 2016
What a shock to hear the news. I knew Connie through my work at Mitsubishi. She always had a smile on her face and was always very helpful. She will be missed...my thoughts and prayers to her family.
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Kim Reiman
March 6, 2016
I was crushed to hear of Connie's passing, and for days have had so many memories come to my thoughts: Golfing at the Washington 3 Par course, thousands of times playing cards, cook outs at her various apartments when younger, could keep listing. I know how she loved her family, and her son so much. It is a heartbreak for all who love her and I send my deepest sympathies. Kim (Shields) Reiman
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