Connie Colleen Ogburn

Connie Colleen Ogburn, born on August 6, 1952, in Kenton County, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, in Sanders, Carroll County, Kentucky. Her life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family.

Connie had a distinguished career, retiring as a fraud investigator from the Internal Revenue Service in Covington. Her professional journey also included valuable roles at the Square D Company in Florence, Kentucky, and the United States Postal Service.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Connie was a woman of many interests and hobbies. She had a profound love for farming and gardening, where she found peace and joy in nurturing both plants and the earth. Additionally, Connie was skilled in quilting and crocheting, crafts that not only showcased her creativity but also provided comfort and warmth to her family and friends. An avid animal lover, she cherished taking her dog for a walk, often making a trip to retrieve the mail—a simple pleasure that brought her happiness.

Family was at the center of Connie’s life. She is survived by her sons, Dustin Ogburn of Sanders, Kentucky, Christopher Aaron (Gretchen) Hughes of Sparta, Kentucky, and Derrick Shane Hughes of Frankfort, Kentucky. Her beloved sisters, Janice (David) Smith of Dry Ridge, Kentucky, and Donna (Harry) Ferguson of Sharonville, Ohio, will carry on her legacy of love and togetherness, along with two cherished grandchildren.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents, John & Charlotte Burnette, her husband Philip Wayne Ogburn, who passed on November 21, 2023, and a sister, Judy Blevins. The bonds she shared with her loved ones were profound and meaningful, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.

Her warmth was often felt through the joyful weather reports she shared with friends and family, reflecting her care for their daily lives. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 1:00 PM at the Tandy-Eckler-Riley Funeral Home in Carrollton, Kentucky.

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Tandy-Eckler-Riley Funeral Home.