Connie, age 96 went to her eternal home in the early morning of March 27, 2021. She was born on Dec 21, 1924 in Molino, Fla. Following graduation from Tate H.S. she moved to Washington, D.C. for employment with the FBI. Upon her return to Pensacola, she met and married Charles Gooden and began her life as a military spouse. Following military retirement, she was a successful business woman, owning and operating a Standard Oil Station with her husband and later owning College Fabric Shoppe where she was a professional seamstress. She made Tate H.S. chorus uniforms for many years, joining them in winning National competitions for “best uniform”. Connie loved and served the Lord in many avenues, including several administrative positions in her church, organizing and assisting in toy and food drives for her community and volunteering for Salvation Army. Connie loved gardening, spending many hours working in her yard and the church yard. She often said that she hoped the Lord would let her be his gardener. She always had a smile on her face and a sparkle in her eyes.
She was preceded in death by fourteen siblings. To cherish her memories, Connie leaves behind two children, Darrell (Debbie) Gooden, Debra (John) Axley; three grandchildren, Nicholas(Brittany) Woosley, John (Page) Axley and Jason (Amy) Axley; three great-grandchildren, Piper Woosley, Jackson Woosley and Grayson Axley; one brother, Harry(Jean) Hassebrock.
Connie will be joining her husband and many siblings. Due to covid restrictions a private graveside service will be held, with a memorial service to honor her later. Memorial contributions can be made to Gonzales Methodist Church or a charity of your choice. To send condolences please visit Bayview Fisher-Pou Chapel at www.dignitymemorial.com
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