Connie Smith
, Illinois
Connie Wood Smith age 69 gained her heavenly wings in the early morning hours of May 17 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Connie was born to parents William Bill Wood and M. Sue Alexander Wood on February 12 1957 in Monticello Illinois. Connie graduated from Monticello High School and later married Gary Smith in November of 1993. With that marriage Connie gained three daughters and a son and they together shared a son and daughter of their own. Connie was a loving soul the life of all gatherings and like her dad knew no strangers. She spent over 40 years serving as a supervisor and coach for adults with special needs. She was loved by so many for her kind heart her willingness to help with anything whenever needed as well as her unselfish care and love for everyone. She loved shopping especially with her mom and sisters and…