In Remembrance Of
Elizabeth Connett
Elizabeth
Connett, 89, of Gower, MO passed away May 8, 2015.
She
was born on December 26, 1926 to Ray and Lula Lee Meier in Smithville, MO and
graduated from Smithville High School.
Elizabeth
attended Oklahoma College for Women in Chickasha, OK. She graduated with a degree in music. Elizabeth was an accomplished concert
violinist. Her first public performance
was at age 5. She played for many events
throughout the Gower and Smithville areas over the years.
She
taught vocal and instrumental music in Clovis, New Mexico, Raleigh, North
Carolina, Kansas City, Missouri and the Smithville School District before
coming to teach music at East Buchanan in Gower in 1964. One of her passions in teaching music was
preparing her marching band for competitions, particularly the Apple Blossom
Parade in St. Joseph. As a teacher she
was often loved, occasionally feared and always respected. Elizabeth retired in 1994 after 43 years of
teaching. She continued to utilize her
fun loving and strong willed spirit throughout the community by being active in
the Meals on Wheels program, substituting at East Buchanan and traveling with
friends.
She
married Calvin Connett on October 10, 1953.
They made their home on Connett Farms near Gower. She and Calvin spent many hours and traveled
many miles collecting and displaying antiques.
Calvin passed away on November 1, 1998.
Elizabeth
was an active and proud member of the Gower Christian Church.
She
was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her sister Wyatt.
Elizabeth
is survived by her sons Brint Connett and wife Therese, Gower and Doug Connett,
Los Angeles, CA; grandchildren Lucas Connett and wife Amanda, Gower and Kelly
Eschweiler and husband Seth, Olathe, KS; great-grandchildren Claire Elizabeth
Connett and Caroline Renee Connett; other relatives and many friends.
Memorial
Service: 7:00 p.m. Monday, July 20th
with visitation from 5:00-7:00 p.m. prior to the service at Gower Christian
Church AFC Building.
In
lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Gower Christian Church or
the Elizabeth Connett Memorial Music Fund.
Arrangements
Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
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18 comments
Darla Clymer Perks
Although I did not play a band instrument, I have fond memories of Mrs Connet during my high school years. Not much got by her.
Sharon and Harold Sherwood
Our sincerest sympathy.
Samantha Stevens
She was a true trailblazer. I have the utmost respect for Mrs. Connett. My deepest sympathies from myself and the East Buchanan Music Department.
Jennifer Shackelford
I will miss Elizabeth very much I enjoyed taking care of her at the nursing home! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!!
Cheryl Beery
She was a special lady that kept us all in line.
Colton w. Cashatt
I can remember the tune of your voice and your comical sense of humor!! ð???ð???
colton w. cashatt
I can remember the tune of your voice and your comical sense of humor!!ð???ð???
Terry Poindexter
My heart goes out to her family. I was pleased to have known and worked with her. She was one of a kind.
Kristy Fees-Holt
So sorry for your loss. She was a really nice lady. She will be greatly missed.
Darlene Karen crowell/parker
She was an amazing music/band teacher with a great passion doing what she loved!â¤ï¸ð??¹ð??¶ð??§ð??¤
Mindy Roasa Hanway
I loved band and Mrs. Connett need make it so entertaining, she had to be one of my favorite teachers, and the only one i had for all four years
Julie (Hubbard) Mays
Mrs. C was one of my favorite teachers growing up. I’m sorry to hear of your loss and will be praying for your family. She will be dearly missed by many.
Ed n Clarice McCray
Ed n Clarice McCray
With deepest sympathy..
Jeffrey Wilson
I dearly remember Mrs. Conner while attending East Buchanan. She was a tough teacher, but truly respected. Sorry for your loss….
Hollee Reynolds
As Everyone knows Elizabeth was one of my favorite teachers for many years and very close friend of our family.It was an honor to get to take care of her for the 3 years i did.My love and condolences to all of her family.god bless,Hollee Reynoldsâ¤
Hollee Reynolds
As Everyone knows Elizabeth was one of my favorite teachers for many years and very close friend of our family.It was an honor to get to take care of her for the 3 years i did.My love and condolences to all of her family.god bless,Hollee Reynoldsâ¤
Donna McDowell
Sincere condolences.