The life journey of Connie Jean (Hershey) Padgett, 68, ended on March 8, 2025 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois with the love and support of her family and friends.
The life journey of Connie Jean (Hershey) Padgett, 68, ended on March 8, 2025 in Mt. Carmel, Illinois with the love and support of her family and friends. Connie was born August 2, 1956 to Albert Gene and Marjorie Lucille (Leek) Hershey. Connie grew up in Allendale, Illinois before moving to St. Francisville, Illinois where she spent most of her adult life.
Connie married Tom Padgett on February 26, 1978, he remains a special friend. Together they had two children, Gabe and Valarie.
Connie graduated in 1974 from Allendale High School and later from Wabash Community College. Connie spent her career as an office manager. She was generous, kind-hearted and willing to help anyone in need and she did so with her beautiful smile. For years she helped raise a garden in support of the DFPD annual chowder. She was also a member of the Allendale Christian Church.
Connie is survived by her children, Gabe (Stephanie) Padgett of St. Francisville and Valarie Waggoner (Jimmy Butler) of Olney. She had two grandsons who were the loves of her life- Camden and Crew Waggoner of Olney. She is survived by one brother, Mike Hershey (Kay) of Allendale and Aunt Rita Byers of Evansville. Connie is also survived by her niece, Amy (Mike) Blake of Mt. Carmel and nephews, Justin (Kami) Hershey of Owensboro, KY, Kyle (Amanda) Hershey of Mt. Carmel and Cory (Erin) Hershey of Altamont along with many great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and many aunts and uncles.
A graveside service will be held for Connie on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Wabash Presbyterian (Orio) Cemetery. Cunningham Funeral Home is assisting the family during this difficult time.
Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.
