Connie was a graduate of Webster Groves High School. She studied two years at Randolph-Macon College in Virginia and earned a Bachelor’s degree from Washington University. She later earned a Masters in Urban Planning and Design from St. Louis University. Her interest in politics led to working for Governor Christopher Bond, and later Senator Bond, as his Office Manager in St. Louis. She was also active in several charities including serving on the board at Independence Center and volunteering at her church, St. Michael and St. George. Connie pursued further education in art during her retirement and became an accomplished water color artist. Her creative works depicts her travels to Mexico and the southwest.
Connie was preceded in death by her brother, James McGregor (Greg) Canavan and her sister, Minerva (Min) Carr Canavan, and her son Kurt James Roeder. Connie leaves behind two sons, Geoffrey Roeder (Jan) of Manchester MO and John Roeder (Kristie) of Boise ID and four grandchildren; Ashley Roeder, Bode Roeder, Joshua Roeder, and Katie Roeder. She will be missed by her extended family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, kindly send donations to Independence Center 4245 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis MO 63108. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, April 3, 11am at the Church of St. Michael and St. George, 6345 Wydown Boulevard, Clayton MO 63105. A private burial will follow. You are invited to express your condolences or share your memories of Connie by visiting www.kriegshausermortuary.com
