Constance Louise Tarrence

Constance Louise Simmons Tarrence, 74, of New London, died Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at Parkview Home, Wayland, Iowa. She was born in Burlington on November 6, 1950 to Virgil and Henrietta Mable Lee Simmons. On March 17, 1990 she married Darrell Tarrence; he died September 29, 2019.
Connie was a 1969 graduate of New London High School and attended New London Christian Church. She worked for the Department of Human Services and retired from the correctional facility in Mt. Pleasant where she worked in central records. She enjoyed time with her grandkids; shopping; McDonald's coke; Reese's peanut butter cups and all chocolate; decorating for the holidays and socializing with her many friends. She loved the traditions of Christmas and family picnics and get togethers.
She is survived by her children, Jodi (Walt) Jackson and Mike (April) Raines, both of New London; grandchildren Amber (Serj) Dacin, Peyton (Korte) Maddy, Cameron, Michael and Riley Raines; great-granddaughter Michelle Dacin; and step children, Steve (Patti) Tarrence, Traci (Daryl) Thomas, Debi Sanchez and Mike (Nicky) Tarrence. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two sisters Joan Lance and Carol Bunkley; and her brother Ken Simmons.
According to her wishes her body has been cremated and inurnment next to her beloved husband, Darrell will be held at 9:00 am, May 3, 2025, at Burge Cemetery, New London. A Celebration of Life will follow at 10:00 AM at New London Christian Church. A memorial has been established for New London Jr. Baseball Association. Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family and online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.