Constance Gossett Todd

Connie, a Christmas Eve baby, was born on December 24, 1950, in the Bronx, NY to Ruth Ross Gossett and John “Johnny” Miles Gossett. Although Connie moved to Georgia in the late 1970’s, she will forever be a New Yorker.

As the oldest of two children, Connie shared a lifelong bond with her younger brother, Jeffrey. She often joked—never missing a chance to tell the story—that Jeffrey was the favorite because he attended private school while she went to public school. It was a story she told with humor and love, reflecting both her quick wit and the close relationship they shared.

Connie was raised in a family deeply rooted in love and connection. Her mother was one of twelve siblings—six boys and six girls—creating a large, vibrant family that played a meaningful role in her upbringing. Surrounded by cousins, aunts, and uncles, Connie developed a deep appreciation for family that would remain central to her life.

In her early years, Connie attended Evander Childs High School, graduating in 1968, before continuing her education at West Virginia State College. She was incredibly proud of her time there, where she studied accounting and built a strong foundation for her future. Following in her mother’s footsteps, Connie pledged the illustrious sorority, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. after graduation, becoming part of a powerful legacy of scholarship, sisterhood, and service that began with her mother, Ruth.

Connie began building her own family in 1982. She was blessed with twins in 1984, Danyl and Dorian. Sadly, Dorian was still born, but she carried the lifelong memory and love of him. In 1986, her son, Julian was born, completing her family. She often said that being a mother was the greatest gift and the hardest job she ever had—and she approached it with unmatched strength, resilience, and love. Connie worked tirelessly to provide a stable, nurturing home, ensuring her children always felt supported, protected, and deeply loved.

She relished every opportunity to watch Danyl and Julian grow, taking pride in all they accomplished, both big and small. One of her favorite pastimes was being front and center in the stadium on Friday nights, cheering louder than any fan for Julian as he played varsity football. Connie also loved starting her own family traditions with her kids like living room picnics, Christmas time movie dates, and family game nights.

For many years, it was just the three of them, forming a close-knit family bound by love, laughter, and perseverance. Her children often joked that she deserved to be celebrated on both Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, recognizing the many roles she so selflessly fulfilled and the unwavering presence she was in their lives.

As her children grew older and began families of their own, Connie embraced a new and profound joy in becoming a grandmother and welcoming an extended family she cherished deeply. She formed special bonds with Julian’s wife, Heather, and Danyl’s husband, Gilbert, wholeheartedly embracing her growing family. Connie also became especially close to her daughter-in-law’s grandmother, Carol Jean Temp, with whom she shared a meaningful and loving connection.

Becoming a grandmother was a role that felt truly meant for Connie, and she adored her grandchildren more than anything. Giana, Dorien, Miles, and Maddie brought immeasurable joy to her life, and she proudly shared their milestones with anyone who would listen. Everyone in Connie’s life knew what her grandkids looked like and what they had accomplished that week—whether it was Miles’s first T-ball game or Dorien’s acting class—because Connie made sure of it.

Connie will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her. She had a remarkable way of engaging in intelligent, insightful conversations, always offering meaningful perspective and wisdom that touched every aspect of the lives around her. Whether you came to her for advice, comfort, or simply a good laugh, Connie had a gift for making people feel seen, heard, and understood. Her presence was grounding, her love was unwavering, and her impact will be felt for generations to come.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Ruth and Johnny Gossett, and her dear brother, Jeffrey. She leaves behind a legacy of love through her children, Danyl and Julian, and their families: Gilbert, Giana, Dorien, Heather, Miles, and Maddie, along with a host of extended family and friends who will cherish her memory always.

A memorial service will be held in honor of Constance Todd's life on Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 2:00pm – 6:00pm at The Kalen Center, 201 Vaughan Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30009. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the memorial fund set up for Connie. If you would like to contribute, any amount would be deeply appreciated. Please transfer the money to Julian or Danyl.

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