Constance "Connie" Duckett

She was born to the late John and George Anne Duckett.Educated in the City of Alexandria Public Schools she attended Patrick Henry Elementary, Minnie Howard Middle School, Hammond Jr. High School and eventually Connie graduated from T. C. Williams High School in 1982.

Connie knew at an early age that she wanted to be a Flight Attendant and immediately began to pursue her career. In 1985 she got her first opportunity as a Flight Attendant with Presidential Airways where she worked for 4 years until she joined American Airlines in 1990. Connie worked for American Airlines for 33 years until her passing. During her time at American Airlines her coworkers fondly described her as hard working and kind. She was constantly receiving recognition for her great customer service and professionalism. It was mentioned that she always smelled good and gave great hugs.

Connie was baptized at an early age and had a strong love for God. Although she wasn’t a member of a specific church in her spare time she would often listen to gospel music playing several of her favorite songs including “ I Look to You”, “Never Would Have Made It” and “ I Need You To Survive”.

In 1999 Connie gave birth to her pride and joy, Kelsey Smith. She was passionate about Kelsey’s learning and had her involved in many school and extracurricular activities. At school she would attend almost every field trip and parent teacher conference. Outside of school, Connie was known to be at every game and tournament and blowing horns and shouting on the side, truly an active and sport parent.

Connie was loving and supportive. She truly valued the importance of family and friendship.She had time for anyone and everyone and could be counted on to help you even when she was experiencing health issues herself.

Her civic engagement in her community led her to be President of her Home Owners Association, where she worked tirelessly until her death. Not only was Connie involved in her community at the local level she was involved at the national level as well. She volunteered for Charity events and was heavily involved in the Democratic National Committee. She worked the campaigns for President Obama, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden. Connie’s commitment and hard work earned her a special meeting with Michelle Obama. While doing all of this she was a heavy supporter of her daughter, often canvassing with Kelsey and her friends and instrumental in the success of Kelsey’s Shoe Box campaign from 2020-2022.

Connie transitioned to be with the Lord on December 13, 2023, surrounded by her family.

Her memory is cherished by her only child, Kelsey Smith; her siblings, Geoffrey Duckett, Timothy Duckett, Cynthia Wortham and Shelly Duckett and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A visitation for Connie will be held Friday, December 29, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, 186 Shelton Shop Rd, Stafford, Virginia 22554. A celebration of life will occur Friday, December 29, 2023 at 11:00 AM, 186 Shelton Shop Rd, Stafford, Virginia 22554. A burial will occur Friday, December 29, 2023 at Stafford Memorial Park, 154 Shelton Shop Road, Stafford, Virginia.