It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, Connie Karney, 78, of Quincy, Michigan. She died at Cameron Hospital in Angola, Indiana, in the presence of her loving family.
Connie put her family first from her childhood until literally the day she passed. She was known for her boundless love, grit, and unwavering spirit.
Connie was born in Hillsdale, Michigan, the daughter of Richard and Ruth (Richards) Compton, and the eldest of five children. She grew up in Jonesville and graduated from Jonesville High School.
Connie and her husband, Gary, were married January 25, 1964. They had a true love story and adored each other from the time they started dating in high school. They were happily married 55 years, raising two sons and two daughters.
Gary and Connie started multiple successful businesses together, including Karney Plumbing and Heating and Olde Village Antiques, and created a beautiful home that Connie lovingly decorated. She was savvy in purchasing and selling antiques.
Connie truly had a servant’s heart and was a strong advocate of Quincy Schools. When Connie and Gary moved to Quincy in 1971, she quickly got involved in her new community. She volunteered for the Quincy Academic Boosters Club and also organized community support to pass needed school millages.
As a 48 year member of Quincy’s NIKA Club, she was devoted to supporting the Quincy Public Library. She was a proud member of the library board, serving as treasurer for many years.
In addition, after serving for 32 years as the elected Quincy Township Treasurer, she retired in 2023. Throughout her tenure as treasurer, Connie took the responsibility of public service to her community seriously, basing her decisions on what was best for the community.
Connie valued relationships. She was a faithful wife, devoted mother, and loving sister. She was a doting grandmother to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She attended hundreds of sporting events, theatrical performances, and concerts. She lovingly prepared her family’s favorites: chocolate chip cookies, cole slaw, apple pie, and homemade rolls.
Surviving family members include: her four children and their spouses, 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her three sisters, two sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and many friends. Connie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, her parents, and her brother.
Care is entrusted to Eagle Funeral Home-George White Chapel in Quincy.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 24 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and 10:00-11:00 a.m. Friday, April 25. The funeral will be held following the visitation Friday at 11:00 a.m. with interment to follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Quincy. A luncheon will be hosted at the Union Church in Quincy.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Quincy Public Library.
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