Constance Lee Theakston – Hampstead, N.C. formerly of Fayette City
Constance Lee Theakston passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 29, 2024, with her loving family by her side. She was born at 1 p.m. March 28, 1938, to Charles and Marjorie Miller in West Brownsville. Constance lived her formative years in Fayette City, with her brother, Charles Aland Miller, along with her grandparents and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends nearby. Family gatherings were very special to Connie, especially when she was able to have all her children together. Connie had five children whom she loved dearly and was forever proud of each for their own special talents and contributions: Bruce Theakston of Uniontown, Vicki Lynne Rygiel of New Eagle, Harry Theakston (who preceded Connie in death), Stacy Morris and husband David of Arnold City, and Scott Theakston and wife Kasi of Hampstead, N.C. Connie lived her first 81 years in Fayette City, but in her remaining years she desired to be closer to the beach and resided in Hampstead, N.C. with her son, Scott and his wife Kasi. Connie had six grandchildren, Dr. Jamie Lynne Rygiel, Jeremy Theakston (who preceded Connie in death), Amber Kibe, Cody Nichols, Rebekah Callihan, Bruce Theakston Jr.; and five great-grandchildren, Kaleigh Kibe, Gianna Theakston, Zylee Nichols, Brynley Nichols and Keslynn Bradburn. Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Charles, in 1987, and Marjorie in 2002; son, Harry, in 2003; and grandson, Jeremy in 2018. Connie was strong-willed, meticulous and had an enormous heart and contagious sense of humor. She was generous, loyal and brave. She was clever, creative and full to the brim with knowledge gained through all her life experiences. Connie was a member of First Christian Church of Fayette City. She will be remembered for her unwavering faith and her unconditional love for her family and friends. She loved crafts and enjoyed sharing them with her family and friends. She carried herself with dignity and strength and was full of love for those who went before her. She will be missed dearly. A service will be conducted for the family and friends at ELEY-MCCRORY FUNERAL HOME at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 7, 2024, and officiated by the Rev. Wayne Boring. Interment will follow in Belle Vernon Cemetery.
