Obituary for Constance Marie "Connie" Macon
Connie — Constance Macon died Monday, July 20, at the age of 61, after a long battle with illness at her home in Aberdeen, Wash.
Connie is survived by husband, Michael, of Aberdeen, Wash.; two sons, Edward and William Oswald of Tinley Park, Ill.; step children Darby Carroll of Ocean Shores, Wash. and Lucas Macon, Kennewick, Wash.; brother, George Kline of Michigan City, Ind.; sisters, Barbara Harrington, of Orland Park, Ill.; Linda Zoller of Mokena, Ill.; and Barrie Sodaro of Markham, Ill.; and four grandchildren: Dylan and Hunter Carroll; Raini Macon; and Finn Oswald.
Connie was a feisty young girl who always knew what she wanted and did what she felt was right. All agree that her dedication and work ethic, and immense love for her family, are her most distinguishing traits.
Throughout her life, whether it was growing up in Tinley Park, Ill., or attending Carl Sandburg High School and Governors State University, that highly focused, resolute attitude never waned. She married Michael in Kennewick, Wash., in April 2005. Living in the Northwest gave her plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature, and she spent as much time outdoors as possible while gardening, camping and boating. Later in life she became an avid boater, making meaningful friendships, touring Washington’s San Juan Islands, the Columbia River, and many regional lakes.
Connie was a passionate cook who loved gourmet and unique culinary tastes as much as she enjoyed her time in the kitchen. Possibly the only thing that exceeded her passion for the outdoors was her love of family. She loved being a grandmother and no expense was spared when it came to making them feel loved.
Connie was the President and CEO of Cambridge Management, Ltd. In Orland Park, Ill., for 21 years. She got to work with her two sons, who are still involved in the business, and enjoyed the friendship of countless numbers of colleagues and professional associates. While fighting her illness multiple times, she continued to operate her business from 3,000 miles away. Always one to preach the importance of achieving a life/work balance, she was renowned for going out of her way to help and support everyone, including her employees.
In lieu of flowers can please be donated to:
The United Methodist Church of Montesano
401 E Spruce Ave
Montesano, WA 98563
Or
Make checks out to American Cancer Society and mail to:
Eileen Raykowski
113 N Talbot
Montesano, WA 98563
Visitations will be held August 3, 2020 at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at Vandenberg Funeral Home located at 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, Ill 60477. Connie will be laid to rest at Chapel Hill Gardens South in Orland Park, Ill.
Connie is survived by husband, Michael, of Aberdeen, Wash.; two sons, Edward and William Oswald of Tinley Park, Ill.; step children Darby Carroll of Ocean Shores, Wash. and Lucas Macon, Kennewick, Wash.; brother, George Kline of Michigan City, Ind.; sisters, Barbara Harrington, of Orland Park, Ill.; Linda Zoller of Mokena, Ill.; and Barrie Sodaro of Markham, Ill.; and four grandchildren: Dylan and Hunter Carroll; Raini Macon; and Finn Oswald.
Connie was a feisty young girl who always knew what she wanted and did what she felt was right. All agree that her dedication and work ethic, and immense love for her family, are her most distinguishing traits.
Throughout her life, whether it was growing up in Tinley Park, Ill., or attending Carl Sandburg High School and Governors State University, that highly focused, resolute attitude never waned. She married Michael in Kennewick, Wash., in April 2005. Living in the Northwest gave her plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature, and she spent as much time outdoors as possible while gardening, camping and boating. Later in life she became an avid boater, making meaningful friendships, touring Washington’s San Juan Islands, the Columbia River, and many regional lakes.
Connie was a passionate cook who loved gourmet and unique culinary tastes as much as she enjoyed her time in the kitchen. Possibly the only thing that exceeded her passion for the outdoors was her love of family. She loved being a grandmother and no expense was spared when it came to making them feel loved.
Connie was the President and CEO of Cambridge Management, Ltd. In Orland Park, Ill., for 21 years. She got to work with her two sons, who are still involved in the business, and enjoyed the friendship of countless numbers of colleagues and professional associates. While fighting her illness multiple times, she continued to operate her business from 3,000 miles away. Always one to preach the importance of achieving a life/work balance, she was renowned for going out of her way to help and support everyone, including her employees.
In lieu of flowers can please be donated to:
The United Methodist Church of Montesano
401 E Spruce Ave
Montesano, WA 98563
Or
Make checks out to American Cancer Society and mail to:
Eileen Raykowski
113 N Talbot
Montesano, WA 98563
Visitations will be held August 3, 2020 at 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at Vandenberg Funeral Home located at 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, Ill 60477. Connie will be laid to rest at Chapel Hill Gardens South in Orland Park, Ill.