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CONNIE (CONSTANCE) ANDREWS
Born: Aug 21, 1944
Date of Passing: Jun 16, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCONNIE (CONSTANCE) ANDREWS
In Loving Memory
Connie was born on August 21, 1944 in Eriksdale, Manitoba, during a simpler time. She left us on June 16, 2023.
The Eriksdale farm was her first home along with Fred Andrews (dad), Agnes Andrews (nee Penny - mom) and siblings Myrtle, George, Albert (Bud), Russell, Freda and Eileen.
She completed high school in Eriksdale before continuing her education at the University of Manitoba where she achieved a Bachelor of Education degree. She also completed a Master of Education degree from San Diego State University.
Connie loved her job teaching elementary school, particularly at West Vernon Elementary. She loved the kids, and the kids loved her back because of her warm smile, youthful laughter and radiant positivity.
After her retirement in 2004, she and her wonderful husband, Bob Rinaldi, enjoyed years of hiking, camping and travelling. They could often be seen riding their tandem bike through the streets of Vernon.
Being outside was a major part of her life. She loved her daily walks (sometimes 2 or 3) where she would often stop to appreciate nature and to greet everyone she met with a warm smile and a kind word.
She leaves behind her husband Bob, her daughters Kristi Joba (Dale Littlejohn) and Shannon Joba (Doug Wong) and grandchildren Brady and Kelsey. She will also be missed by Bob's children Darren (De) and Nicole as well as her many nieces and nephews.
Connie was vivacious, full of love, and a shining light to others. She will be deeply missed by all who were lucky enough to have known her.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 03, 2023
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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The Andrews family were very special to my mom (Isabel Eirikson- Donald and Polly Malcolm’s oldest daughter) so we grew up loving them all too. Connie would visit when I was younger but it was in the 90s we had so many wonderful visits. We loved swapping family stories. My sister Kelly and I were so sorry to hear of Connie’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all her family. Connie will always have a special place in our hearts. - Posted by: Patty Johnson (nee Eirikson) (2nd cousin) on: Jul 19, 2023
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So saddened to hear of Connie’s passing. Deep condolences 💐 to her family. - Posted by: Jan Penny Finlayson (First cousin) on: Jul 15, 2023
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The thought of Connie always brings a smile to our faces. She was the epitome of positivity, and it radiated to all she interacted with. I have so many special memories of visits in Vernon, and of her visits to the farm by Birds Hill Park...even cross country skiing on cold days there. I loved her stories of her siblings & family in Eriksdale. She was tough and kind and loved so much. She has been missed for years by our family, and we are happy she squeezed every drop of joy out of life that she could. We send our deepest condolences. - Posted by: Marla Lewis (quasi-neice) on: Jul 12, 2023
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My memories of my cousin Connie was the summer my sister Joan and I spent at my Aunty Agnes and Uncle Fred farm. We had so much fun playing in the rain, swimming in the creek, going to day camp in Eriksdale. I remember eating homemade bread and was so happy to eat "bought" bread when we got home. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Joyce Pachkowsky (First Cousin) on: Jul 05, 2023