Connie S. Denham

Connie S. Denham

(January 10, 1947 – October 19, 2023 )

Connie Sue Denham , 76, of Strasburg, IL, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023 in her home.

Connie was born on January 10, 1947 in Shelby County, IL, the daughter of Carl and Loraine Robinson Rincker.  She attended Windsor schools and graduated in 1965.  She married Rodney Denham on July 4, 1969 and he survives.  She is also survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Christine and James Matlock of Shelbyville, IL and her son, Ryan Denham (Amber Moreland) of Benton, IL.  Also surviving are her grandchildren, Alex Matlock (fiancée Oliva Beck) of Tulsa, OK, Morgan Matlock of Shelbyville, IL, Evan Matlock of Edwardsville, IL and Chase Denham of West Frankfort, IL.

She was preceded in death by their eldest child, Christopher in infancy, her parents and beloved in-laws, Mary and Eugene Denham.

Connie was tough, solid and was able to keep up with her husband at home and at the business they built and ran together for fifty years.  She could always be found wherever Rodney was and was his right hand. There weren’t many vehicles that she couldn’t drive and one of her favorites was Ryan’s old Mustang. It reminded her that at a young age she could speed shift an old Mustang better than most young men.  She loved being outside and was very much an animal lover, constantly tending to her beloved dog, Anni, and kitties. Her family will miss her dearly but are happy knowing she is at peace with God now.

“When you saw only one set of footprints, my child, is when I carried you.”

Per Connie’s wishes, she will be cremated with private family services at a later date.  Arrangements are by Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, Strasburg, IL.  Memorials may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice and mailed to Howe and Yockey Funeral Home, 415 N. Broadway, Shelbyville, IL 62565.

“He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.” Rev. 21:4