Connie Smith

“God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be… so he put his arms around you and whispered…Come to me”

 Connie Jean Smith, 61, of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband, daughters, and grandchildren. Born on September 22, 1963, in Scottsburg, Indiana, to Harold and Christine Gunter, Connie’s vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

Connie attended George Washington High School and went on to embrace life with a joyful heart. She cherished the simple pleasures in life—shopping, enjoying good food, getting her nails and hair done, and most of all, spending time with her beloved husband, George Smith. Connie’s love for her family was unwavering, and one of her greatest joys was caring for her granddaughter, Brooklyn. For thirteen years, she provided a nurturing, loving, and guiding hand as she helped raise Brooklyn, ensuring that her granddaughter knew nothing but unconditional love and support. Connie’s devotion as a grandmother was immeasurable, and the bond they shared will forever be cherished by those who witnessed it.

Connie was a proud mother to her daughters, Christian and Jessica, and a devoted grandmother to Brooklyn, Tyler Hornung Jr., and Donovan Martin. She was a loving and caring presence in their lives, and her memory will live on in their hearts.

She is survived by her husband of 44 years, George Smith; daughters, Christian Smith (Tyler Hornung) and Jessica (Nicole) Garmon; grandchildren, Brooklyn Hornung, Tyler Hornung Jr., and Donovan Martin; and siblings Ricky (Vicky) Gunter, Joe (Laraine) Gunter, Bobby (Elaine) Gunter, Jim (AnnaLou) Gunter, and Rosie Puttoff.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Christine Gunter; her son, George Jessie Smith Jr (pumpkin); and siblings Geraldine Blaire, Linda Lemaster, Phyllis Lira, Carolyn Sifuentes, and Michael Gunter.

Her family and friends will forever remember her spicy nature, her wonderful laugh and her giving heart. Her memory will live on with all of those who knew and loved her.

A celebration of Connie’s life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist with final expenses.

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