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Cindy (Pullis) Moauro
February 1, 2023
Even after 18 years the pain of losing Connie is still as raw as it was the day she died. We were close friends in college, and neighbors in St. Louis.
I miss her dearly. Love to all others who were blessed to have known this lovely soul.
February 6, 2013
Still missing Connie...and Uncle Bill...and Laura....and Aunt Bette; Billy Conroy and Ed Klen. I miss you all. Love, Jeanine
Bill Sweeney
August 22, 2012
I am numb to learn that Connie is gone. I met Connie, Cliff and Leo (can't recall Cliff or Leo's last name) at the University of Illinois in 1974-75. Rich East graduates, they were wonderful people, full of joy and nonsense.
With her quick mind, Connie was bright, verbal and engaging. It was a long time ago but I remember well that Connie had her act together, and held herself in a very classy manner. I believe she was a journalist major and wanted to be an "impact player".
Kevin, 38 years later I have a fond and vivid recollection of that wonderful, strong, young woman. I wish for you that many of Connie's special talents are evidenced in your daughter.
Lunette and Gene Baumgartner
March 21, 2008
She was a great person who is truly missed. Our thoughts go out to her family. My God bring you all peace.
Flandermeyer Family
February 24, 2008
God bless Connie and the other innocent victims on their trip up to Heaven. We are terribly sorry for your loss.
Vincent & Joan Chiarelli
February 16, 2008
We are very sadden by this news and our deepest sympathy to the entire family affected by this tragic loss and to who all loved her. May God be with everyone during this sad time.
Kelsey, Colleen and David Manley
February 15, 2008
We are saddened and shocked.
With all of our hopes and prayers we wish we could do something.
I will remember all the great times we had with our families as kids. Connie's laugh and smile.
To Lauren, Connie's Husband and family we will pray for you. Also sending love and strength to get all of you through this time.
We will be there anytime you need us.
All of our love,
Kelsey, Colleen and David
Lynda Collins
February 15, 2008
Kevin,
I am thinking about you and Lauren during your difficult time. I remember talking with you at American Standard Printing about Lauren & my Brittni (they are same age) and how much happier you were after Connie came into your life. Please call if you need a shoulder.
C H
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
C H
February 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Janet Wicks-Sprinkle
February 14, 2008
My condolences to all of Connie's family. I attended St. Irenaeus with Connie Conroy, then Rich East High School. She was always such a positive person and I know she's made a difference in this world for many people. God bless you all and grant you peace, knowing she's made it "home" and it's there she'll await your arrival with that wonderful smile of hers.
Debbie Donohue Wilucki
February 14, 2008
Kevin,
It wasn't until this morning that I realized Connie was one of the victum's of that tragic event. My heart goes out to you & Lauren as I know well what it is like to loose your sole mate at this stage of life. Best wishes to you and your family to cope with the difficult days to come. Feel free to call me for moral support or anything. My heart goes out to you and your family. Warmest Personal Regards,
The McCloskeys
February 13, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Connie and her family at this tragic time.
May God bless you and keep you always.
Michelle Rowe
February 13, 2008
Lauren,
I'm so sorry for your loss and the never ending grief ahead. Losing a parent at such a young age is tragic and beyond unfair. Please remember that your mother will continue to watch over you from heaven. I know she was so proud of you. Stay strong.
Julie Weis-O'Briant
February 13, 2008
I remember Connie from when we were working at the Globe Democrat. I am truly sorry for your loss and for the loss to my home town.
Beth Howard
February 13, 2008
Dear Family & Friends,
Though I did not know Connie personally, I have learned a lot about her from my dear friend, Lucy. Any friend of Lucy's is a friend of mine and I am deeply saddened by the loss to your family and your community. Peace be with you all.
Kathleen Brackeen
February 12, 2008
Dear Kevin,
My deepest sympathies. I didn't know until about five minutes ago that Connie was one of those taken so tragically at City Hall. Please don't hesitate to call upon me if I can help in any way. Again, my deepest sympathies for you and Lauren.
Vickie Kinney
February 12, 2008
I was sick when I learned that Connie was one of those killed in Kirkwood, and she has been in my thoughts ever since. I worked with her at the Globe-Democrat. Always when I thought of her, I smiled. That's the kind of memory I have of her. And, Connie cared.
My deepest sympathy on your loss, on a loss for all of us.
BETTY MCCORMICK
February 12, 2008
TO ALL OF CONNIE'S FAMILY:
I can't begin to tell you how much we miss Connie here at Maritz. She did so much for our Department, and she cannot be replaced. When Connie did anything, it was by the book. We shared our love for the American Legion Auxiliary, and I was proud to install her and her Officers last September. She held Unit 156 together, and I don't know what they will do without her. People like Connie do not come around very often, and I thank the dear Lord that I was part of her life. My thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin, Lauren, and her whole family.
Betty McCormick - Maritz Motivation and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 208 in Manchester.
Betty MCCORMICK
February 12, 2008
TO ALL OF CONNIE'S FAMILY:
I cannot begin to tell you how much we already miss Connie here at Maritz. She contributed so much to our Creative Department, and someone like her with her know-how cannot be replaced. I was fortunate to have installed Connie into office as First Vice President and Membership Chairman of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 156. She held that Unit together, and I don't know what they will do without her. No matter what she did or was involved in, she did it by the book. She left us way too soon, and my thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin, Lauren, and her whole family. People like her do not come to us every day, and I am so thankful that she was part of my life.
Betty McCormick - Maritz Motivation, and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 208 in Manchester
Vicky Farris
February 12, 2008
God Bless Connie and her husband, daughter and extended family.
She is with God -- he is taking good care of her.
Jeanne
February 12, 2008
I wish to extend my deepest sympathys to the family and friends of Connie Karr. Please find comfort in the fact that we will all reunite someday, never to part, again.
Diane (Offner) Haynes
February 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayes are with Connie's family and friends. I met Connie at the Globe-Democrat and will never forget her or our fun times together. Especially the road trip to see the White Sox and Royals play in KC. She was a great friend and very special person whom I will never forget.
Vasili Glimidakis
February 12, 2008
Dear Karr's family,
I am sorry for your loss. God bless her and her family.
Rev. Steve Tousseau
February 12, 2008
To all of Connie's family:
The members and friends of Community Covenant Church in Kirkwood are praying for you, daily. May God's comfort come to you, may He strengthen you, may He bring healing in your hearts in the midst of this terrible loss.
We thank Connie for the practical ways she showed God's love to people and helped make this world a better place. She will be missed by us all.
Anita Kelso Edson
February 12, 2008
Dear Kevin and Lauren, and to Connie's entire family:
I remember Connie well from our days at the Globe. I was a newbie--fresh out of college, practically, and she was always so nice and supportive, told and showed me the ropes, and really made me feel like I was part of the gang. We all loved her to pieces! The last time I saw Connie was at the Globe reunion, and we picked up where we left off almost 20 years earlier. She gave me her city council business card, which I still have, and she talked passionately about her work as a council member. Connie's life ended much too soon. Those of us who had the privilege of knowing her during her brief life will always be grateful. With sincere sympathy,
Patti Osgood
February 11, 2008
Dear Kevin and Lauren,
Our family met Connie about 3 years ago and we are so glad we got to know her we moved away about 1 year ago and had plans on canvassing for her run for mayor. What a wonderful leader and true friend she was to our family. We will treasure our memories and hold her dear to our hearts. She was a very special lady and had a gift of wit and love. I will always remember how much she cared about our son and two daughters. We should all strive to do something to better our community as Connie did day in and day out. Connie, I will miss you so much.
Patti Osgood
Don and Marilyn Huber
February 11, 2008
Dear Kevin, Betty, Jack
Please except my most sincere sympathy for the loss of your wife, daughter-in-law.
We will keep her in our prayers. God bless.
Christine Taylor
February 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Karr family, may God comfort you during this difficult time.
Barb and Kevin McKone
February 11, 2008
Connie was one of the most energetic and entertaining Pioneer Booster Concession Stand volunteers ever- always a smile, some great quips and a suggestion that we might all want to go out after the game- we'll miss Connie.
DANIEL AND KERRI JENKINS
February 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Staff of 3S, 5N, and Float Pool MountainView Hospital Las Vegas
February 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Robin and Chase Bruce
February 11, 2008
May you find peace.
Kacie Hunt
February 11, 2008
Kevin and Lauren,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget the short time I got to spend with Connie at Millennium. She made a hugh impact on my life and really loved being a teacher and mentor. She was the best. God Bless you both during this difficult time.
The Bockerstettte Family
February 11, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. God Bless your family.
Verna Jones
February 11, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Carolyn Callison Murray
February 11, 2008
It took days to absorb the news that my feisty former Globe-Democrat reporting colleague was one of those slain in this incomprehensible -- even to a 30-plus-year journalist -- tragedy. I remember Connie's humor, her strength and her tenacity. I have said to many since learning of this that it would not have surprised me to have read that she wrestled the gun from Thornton's hand and saved her fellow residents. She'll always be a hero to me.
Elisabeth Belcastro
February 11, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.
PATRICIA JOHNSON & FAMILY
February 11, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mayor Chip & Kathy Gray
February 11, 2008
Kevin, Jack, Betty and Family
Please accept our deepest sympathy. All of you will be in our prayers.
R Davis
February 11, 2008
So sorrow to read about the loss of your loved one.Under God's Kingdom that is stated at Matthew 6:9,10 we have a hope of peace on the earth and no more sickness or death. We will have have to worrie about our loved ones. May the God of all comfort be with you and your family at this time.
Lawson Primm
February 11, 2008
I knew Connie as a colleague at Maritz in the mid 90s. She and I both shared a passion for baseball. A great memory that I have is the time Connie and I arranged a casual hot stove get together with the late Senator Tom Eagleton (The Old Pro), the esteemed author and softball pitcher, Martin Quigley, and baseball's first PR man, Gene Karst (hired by Branch Rickey in 1931) We had a wonderful time that day. I send my condolences to the entire family. God Bless.
Jackie and Linda P.
February 11, 2008
While going through this difficult time, please accept our deepest sympathy. Know that Connie is in a better place. Nothing could ever prepare us for a tragedy like this.
(We are friends of Marty Gleason from George Washington High School in Chicago).
Deb Hill-Jablonski
February 11, 2008
To Connie's Family and especially Lauren, Connie touched so many lives in so many ways. I worked with Connie at Maritz for many years and remember her wit and laugh. As a Kirkwood resident I have followed her community contributions and was looking forward to voting Connie in for mayor. What a loss to all of us. The world is a different place without Connie!
Christy Thompson
February 11, 2008
Its with a heavy heart
that I give you my regrets.
Connie
surely was loved by many
she was loved by
each of you
To have her torn from
your midst
is more than one can stand.
I pray you
not lose faith
Because we are in a fallen world
Connie in her goodness
will never be gone from your thoughts
I pray for your healing
I pray for your children
For Connie's legacy
lives on in each of you.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Kathy Dougherty
February 11, 2008
Kevin, I was so sorry to her about Connie. I am thinking of you and will remember you in prayer.
Amy Dittman-Beasley
February 11, 2008
Please know that so many are so sad right now. I believed that Connie was Kirkwood's hope for a better community. I will miss her walking by my house in the Greentree parade encouraging me and everyone around to be involved in our community. I can't begin to imagine the sorrow that her family and close friends feel. My thoughts are with you.
Terry Bryant
February 11, 2008
My prayers are with you in your time of loss. Connie was such a wonderful asset to the Kirkwood Council and to the community. Terry Bryant, Human Rights Commission, Kirkwood
Kelly (Fiebiger) Champion
February 11, 2008
Connie's great sense of humor will forever be remembered. I know Connie from Maritz back in the 80s -- she was a great worker and a great friend. My thoughts and prayers are with her family
Penny T
February 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Christian Anderson
February 11, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of Connie Carr, who I knew as Connie Conroy. We went to high school together, and I remember her as smart, funny, and hardworking. This hits close to home as well--as a young reporter for the Post Dispatch in St. Louis, I covered the Kirkwood City Council in the 1980s. My prayers go out to all of her family and friends,
Bonnie Howard
February 11, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, words cannot express what I am feeling at this difficult time. My prayers and condolences are with your family.
Tammy Burt
February 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family in this sad time. God bless.
Nancy Nau Sullivan
February 10, 2008
Kevin and Lauren, I am so sorry about losing Connie!She is missed by so many of us, and remembered always. We were reporters together at the St. Louis-Globe Democrat years ago, but she is always in my thoughts, and my good friend forever. I miss her and my heart goes out to you. She adored "Kevin from Heaven" and her Lauren.
Det. Connie Hoffmann, SLMPD
February 10, 2008
To the Karr Family:
You'll be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jo Ann Ventimiglia
February 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Carol Koperski
February 10, 2008
Bette & Bill: I saw the article in the Trib today featuring Connie (Sports front page). I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to the both of you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Teri
February 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayer go out to the family and friends of Connie Karr. Cherish and share the memories.
Mike Palmier
February 9, 2008
Kevin
May God bless you and your family during this time.
Konersmann
February 9, 2008
Prayers for Courage and strength to your loved ones
pat chapman
February 9, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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