Carolyn June Little

Carolyn June Little, passed away on September 13, 2016. She was the daughter of Warren and Elizabeth Johnson Conner of Columbia, MO, born on February 15, 1946. She was married to her husband, Mike Little on January 21, 1978. They lived and loved life together for 38 years.

Celebration of Life will be held on October 7, 2016 at 5pm at The Club at Old Hawthorne, 6221 E Highway WW, Columbia, MO.

Carolyn was a family loving, friend loving, fun loving wife and mother who enjoyed life in so many ways. She was an avid golfer who enjoyed competition but more enjoyed sharing time after a round with friends; she was always one to nurture and encourage those new to the game. She was an active promoter and force behind charity golf events, with the Charity Cup being one she held close to her heart.

Carolyn was up for almost anything – except cooking. She maintained friendships with many of her high school classmates; she was Kewpie through and through – class of 1964. Girls’ Night Out was a source of much laughter and many smiles. Carolyn loved bridge and board games and animals. She was an avid reader and also enjoyed family outings such as M.U. and Fox Theater performances.

Carolyn was a successful business woman enjoying a 32 year career with Verizon. After starting as a secretary, and holding numerous positions throughout the company, she retired as Missouri State Vice President of Regulatory and Legislative Affairs in 2001.

Carolyn is survived by her husband, Mike, daughter Jody Haden (Paul) Blythe, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Two step-children: Tina Little, and Ivan (Julie) Little, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Brothers-in-law: Tom Little, and Jim (Judy) Little.

Three siblings: Warren (Janice) Conner, Jr, Sandra Conner Hombs, Marilyn Conner (Bud) Stone, and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the following: True North, Coyote Hill Christian Children’s Home, Welcome Home Inc., or Boone Hospital Hospice Foundation.