She is preceded in death by her husband, Gordon Wetmore.
She is survived by her children, Amy, Alexandra, Abigail, and grandchildren, Madeleine and Oliver.
Connie pioneered in the home education movement in the early 1980s, particularly in her own Signal Mountain community. She and her husband, Gordon, also helped in the local legislative efforts for home education in Tennessee during that period.
She was always open-hearted and open-handed in helping, teaching, and mentoring homeschool parents and children by whatever means available.
Connie prepped for her home-based teaching duties by traveling to Chicago to mentor with the revolutionary teacher, Marva Collins. By sharing what she learned with others she encouraged her three daughters in the practice of sharing their own gifts as well.
Connie and Gordon also shared a passion for helping children and families in need of a home and fostered many children through Bethel Bible Village.
Connie loved canoeing solo down the Tennessee River, collecting books, practical jokes, and buying thoughtful gifts for others.
A remembrance outdoor gathering will be held in her honor on Saturday, November 7th, at 2 pm at Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church.
The family would like to say a special thanks to Hospice of Chattanooga and Alexian Village, for the wonderful care they took of Constance, while she was with them.
Arrangements entrusted to Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services Franklin -Strickland Chapel, 1724 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN, 37404, 423-265-4414. Please visit our website to share your memories: www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com
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