Connie Marie Uhlenhake

She was born in San Francisco, CA on December 4th, 1946 to Joseph and Mary Bankson. She graduated from George Washington High School in San Francisco in 1965.

On May 17, 1969 she married Donnie Gene Newton who passed away on June 22, 1987. She married Jon A. Uhlenhake on March 4, 2000 who passed away on November 24, 2018.

Connie was the heart of her family. Love was her secret ingredient and she shared it generously, whether it is was through her love of cooking and baking or special moments shared with family. To her a full table was a full heart, and her kitchen was her sanctuary where her husband, children, and grandchildren always found a listening ear and a warm meal.

When she wasn’t at the stove, she was likely listening to music or watching her favorite classic movies. She had a rhythm all her own and a spirit that couldn’t sit still when the music started. Whether it was music she grew up to in the 50’s and 60’s to 90’s country her joy was infectious, reminding everyone that life is meant to be celebrated. She was always passionate about sharing the love and warmth of our Savior, Jesus Christ with as many people as possible.

She will be lovingly remember by her children: Shannon (LeaAnn) Newton, Greg (Linette) Newton, Kelly (Jeremy) Eby; Grandchildren: Donnie (Stephanie), Jessica, Christy (Cody), Colt, Kailie, Addison, Cash, Macy, Jenna, Kory; Great Grandchildren: Ezra, Knox, Cana, Remi, Kyrien, Zhavia, Jasai, Frankie; Sister: Barbara (Timothy) Truvillion as well as many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held at Primrose Funeral Service, located at 3901 N Flood Ave., Norman, OK, 73069, on February 4, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The funeral service will take place at Grace Place Baptist Church, 9300 S Anderson Rd, Oklahoma City, OK, 73165, on February 5, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Internment will follow at Norman IOOF Cemetery, 1913 N Porter Ave., Norman, OK, 73071.