Sharon Louise Connally

Sharon Louise Connally, 71, of New Haven, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 12, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Jesse and Pauline (Kreischer) Wilson born on July 6, 1948 in Fort Wayne, IN. She graduated from South Side High School in 1966. Sharon was a life-long member of the Missionary Church and attended Northside Missionary Church. Sharon loved people. She was always sewing and crocheting. Her hands were rarely still. She also loved to bake and share her baking with her grandchildren. For many years Sharon worked in the cafeteria for East Allen County Schools where she retired from. After retirement, she enjoyed being with her grandchildren and worked part-time at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum. Sharon is survived by her husband of 49 years, Don Connally; children, Robyn (Jerry) Grider of Fishers, IN, Scott (Kristina) Connally of Leo, IN, and Amber (Linn) Minnick of Fort Wayne, IN; grandchildren, Tristan, Cassidy, and Delaney Grider, Sam and Emma Connally, Cadence, Jacelyn, and Jaxson Minnick; sister, Bonnie (Deryll) Zurcher of Berne, IN; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her son, Brian Matthew Connally and her brothers, Gary, Rex, and Dale Wilson. Funeral service will be on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 am with visitation one hour prior at Northside Missionary Church (736 Lillian Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808). Visitation will also be on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Hockemeyer and Miller Funeral Home (6131 St. Joe Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46835) from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Burial will follow the service at IOOF Cemetery, New Haven. Memorial contributions may be made to Northside Missionary Church.