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Sally Jean McConnell

Sally McConnell Obituary

Sally Jean (Goss) McConnell

Aug. 15, 1939 - Aug. 25, 2016

SOUTH BEND - Sally Jean (Goss) McConnell, 77, of South Bend, Indiana was born on August 15, 1939 to Harry Eugene Goss and Jeanette Esther (Schwartz) Goss in Mishawaka, Indiana, both of whom proceeded her in death. On July 4, 1959 she married John Charles McConnell at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, Indiana. They were married 51 years before John passed away on January 21, 2011.

Sally was also a former graduate from South Bend Central High School in 1957. Sally was employed by the South Bend Community School Corp. from 1970 until she retired as the Supervisor of the Curriculum Department in 1994.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Kelly Jean (Jeff) Cowsert of South Bend, IN, Kathy Ann (Bryan) Landen of Bargersville, IN, and Karen Sue (James) Bond of Bella Vista, AR. She is survived by 5 grandchildren: Kate (Shawn) Murray of Greenwood, IN; Kenneth (Lucia) Landen of Scotland, Great Britain; James Bond of Russellville, AR; Rachel Bond of Bella Vista, AR; and Nicole Cowsert and fiance Shikyell Collins of South Bend, IN; and 1 great-grandson, Landen Burton of Greenwood, IN.

Sally is also survived by siblings: Ronald (Constance) Goss of Senaca, SC; Gloria (Robert) DeBuysser of South Bend, IN, and Kent (Nancy) Goss from Eaton, IN.

She is also survived by three brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law: Charles Ham, Albert (called Lanny) Ham, Richard (Patricia) Ham, and Claire (Thomas) Wiggins all of Niles, MI.

Waiting in heaven are her parents, Harry and Jeanette (Schwartz) Goss, niece, Jennifer (Goss) Ritchie; and parents-in-law, Kenneth Haggerty McConnell, and Margaret and Eugene (White) Ham.

As she was a lifetime member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, her wish is to have donations made to the church: 51490 Laurel Road, South Bend, IN 46637, where we will be having a “Celebration of Life Service” on Tuesday, August 30th at 11:00 am. There will not be visitation prior to the service.

Sally's final wishes were to donate her body to science at the IU School of Medicine to help others have the opportunity to learn from her. Any additional information regarding this program may be directed to Paul Fox at 317-274-3677.

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Published by South Bend Tribune from Aug. 28 to Aug. 30, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Sally McConnell

21 Entries

August 30, 2016

Dear Family,
Ron and I are so sad we can not join you today. Sally was an exceptional person, making the most of what was given her. I'm so happy she is with the Lord. Aunt Connie

Scot & Ruth

August 29, 2016

Dear Extended Family. You all have been in our thoughts and prayers these past weeks. We were saddened to hear of your loss but rejoice that Aunt Sally is no longer suffering. We look forward to some future time when we too can join her as we sing praises to our God. We will continue asking God' to comfort you during this difficult time. Love and prayers for all of you.

Kelly McRae-Platt

August 29, 2016

So sorry for your loss. My condolences. I remember your Mom and Dad from the fire station and sleep overs as kids!

Joe and Cathy Bond

August 29, 2016

Prayers for comfort,strength and peace during this difficult time.

John and Cindy Arnt

August 28, 2016

Thinking of the family and want to say how wonderful your Mother was and how We enjoyed her when we would see her at Connie and Marks home. She and I went to school together at Central High and Gloria also. Sending hugs and prayers to all of her family. Sending our love to you all.John and Cindy Arnt. Connie's Parents.

James Bankowski

August 28, 2016

God bless Sally!!! I worked with her in the Curriculum Dept. in 1988-89 and called her "Old Gal Sal!" Sally was a perfectionist! She dressed perfectly, and her work was always the same! We had lots of fun that year! God bless Sal, and may she rest in peace.+

Jeannie Hayes

August 28, 2016

I am heartsick to hear of your mom's passing. I have had all of you in my prayers since I first heard about her illness. Your mom was a great friend to me. She and I spent many hours together and there will never be a nicer, friendlier or caring friend that Sally. I will always love her. I feel blessed to have had her as my friend.

Mary Catherine Halasz

August 28, 2016

Kathy and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Sending a hug and prayers to all. May your memories help sooth you during this hard time.

Susie Franklin Chandler

August 28, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you upon the loss of your mother and grandmother. My sister and I have fond memories of Sally as a fellow member of the Central Class of 1957. May she rest in peace.

Beth Roempagel- Dinsmore

August 28, 2016

Dear Kelly, Kathy,Karen-
I smile as I look at your sweet Moms face in this photograph as it brings memories to me of her laugh, her kindness, her generosity, her grace, and mostly - the deep love she always showed for her girls !
May you fill your hearts with all the great memories of all the great years you where able to spend with your Mom - until you meet with her again ! ❤
May God give you peace .

Marilyn Housemeyer

August 28, 2016

Sincere thoughts and prayers to Sally's family. Sally was a friend and co worker at SBCSC. She always had a smile.

Dick DeCraene

August 28, 2016

Kelly Kathy Karen
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a super lady. So many great memories. I am sure Sandy is waiting to greet her in heaven.

August 28, 2016

My heartfelt sympathy to all of Sally's family in your loss. Sally sat in the pew directly in front of me each Sunday and we always chatted prior to worship. I will miss that so much! My regrets that I will also miss her Celebration; as I've been in Ohio since August 5th caring for my sister Karen who fell and broke her ankle in three places. She cannot bear any weight on it for 8 weeks. She also has two dogs that need care. I'll be here through September or early October. I pray that the joyful memories you all have of Sally will sustain you at this difficult time. May God's Peace and Love be with you. Marilyn Cabana

August 28, 2016

My sincere sympathy to all of Sally's family. Sally sat directly in the pew in front of me every Sunday; and we always had an opportunity to chat and catch up on what was going on prior to worship. I'll miss that time we had. My regrets I will not being able to attend her Celebration as I've been in Ohio caring for my younger sister Karen who fell and broke her ankle in three places, bearing no weight on it for 8 weeks. Three down so we have some time to go. Two dogs to walk and care for also. I'll be here through September and probably a few weeks into October. May God's Peace be with you during this difficult time.

Julie Wright

August 28, 2016

God bless you for all you did for me and my mom when she was so sick. Patricia and john were there to hug you as you entered into the gates of heaven. Rest in peace sweet lady.

Jennie Johannesen

August 28, 2016

Thinking of you all today. I have fond memories of your family back on Riverside Manor. She always made your home feel warm.

Nicole Cowsert

August 28, 2016

I love you grandma

James Bankowski

August 28, 2016

Earl Bond

August 28, 2016

All our love and support at this difficult time.

Karen Bond

August 28, 2016

My guardian angel. I love you Mom

August 28, 2016

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that he cares. 1 Peter 5:6,7.

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