Carma (Connie) Lee Shook Hackett, 90, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026 in Manton, MI.
Cremation has already taken place. A celebration of life will be held at the Coldwater American Legion on June 5, 2026. Family time will be at 2:00 p.m., with friends welcome at 3:00 p.m.
Connie was born June 7, 1935, the daughter of Madeline and Bliss Lines. She graduated from Bronson Community Schools in 1954.
Connie married Robert Shook June 14, 1935. August 15, 1987, she married Gerald Hackett. He preceded her in death February 15, 1999.
Connie was a businesswoman in the community and owned The Coldwater Recreation Bowling Alley, Zodiac Lounge ( inside the bowling alley), Cadet Motor Inn, and The Whistle Stop in Burlington.
Her love for children led her to BISD Head Start, where she worked from 2001 until her retirement in 2021 at the age of 86 years young. Connie loved working with the children and made many friends from the people she worked with.
After retiring, Connie moved to Cadillac to be near her son Rob and his family.
Connie was famous for her prime rib dinners on Friday nights at the Whistle Stop. There was always a crowd with lots of music and laughter. She later made them for the Coldwater American Legion on special Saturday nights.
Her cabbage rolls were legendary and her grandson, Matt Shook, keeps the tradition going every year at St. Patrick’s Day with a dedicated group of friends helping to make a little over 300 each year.
Connie was one of a kind. Always smiling, willing to help, and loved people. She was always up for a party.
Connie is survived by her children, Rob (Ragen) Shook of Cadillac, Grant Shook of Zephyrhills, FL, and daughter-in-law Kim Shook of Coldwater. Her grandchildren, Josh (Rebecca Maschino) Truex, Matt (Kala) Shook, Jessica Shook, Jami Shook, Rachel Cutler, Rhett Shook, and Rilea (Mike) Warchol. 20 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Gloria (Jack) Green and Sherry (Ray) Pelmear, and her husbands, Robert and Gerald.
Memorials may be directed to the Coldwater American Legion Post 52 Drill Team.
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