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Constance “Connie” R. Bear, 64
September 21, 2017
Constance “Connie” R. Bear, 64, of Millersville, PA, passed away on September 21, 2017 at home with family by her side. Born in Norway, MI, she was the daughter of the late Haybert and Shirley Jean (Greer) Woodall. Connie was the devoted wife of 45 years to Ray Bear.
She was a Penn Manor High School graduate, and she received her cosmetology license from Empire School of Cosmetology. Because Connie loved jewelry, it influenced her to open a store and become owner of Classic Estate Jewelry, Lancaster. Connie loved eating crabs and having campfires. She enjoyed performing homeopathic remedies of all types, traveling and motorcycle riding. She loved being with her grandkids.
Connie was a loving mother to Carrie Bowmaster, wife of Bill, Amanda Greenawalt, wife of Kent, and Tim Shelley, husband of Anya; proud grandmother to Topanga, Bella & Brian Bowmaster, Cole Bear Greenawalt and Nadya Shelley; and sister to Becky Ahlquist, Vicky Meenan, wife of Dr. Alan Meenan, Bryce Woodall, husband of Cathy, and Laura Kline, wife of Pat.
A Visitation will be held from 10 AM to 12 PM on Thursday, September 28, 2017 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 N. George St, Millersville, PA 17551. Following the visitation, A Celebration of Connie’s Life will begin at 1:00 PM at The Waterfront, 680 Millcross Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601. Flower Donations may be made to any local nursing homes in memory of Connie.
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Condolences to the Family
September 29, 2017
Connie, Amanda and Tim,
Sending hugs to all of you. We are very sorry for your loss.
Don and Cheryl Youtz
September 28, 2017
Carrie and Amanda,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Donna Mast
September 28, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Bear family. Connie has such an infectious smile and just made people feel at ease. God bless you all. TOM AND ROSA GINGRICH
September 28, 2017
Vicky,
my sincere condolences to you and your family. I will keep you all in prayer.
Cyndy
September 27, 2017
I am so so sorry for the loss of your most beloved wife, mother and grandmother. I can’t imagine how difficult it has been for you. Sandy S.
September 27, 2017
Dear Ray and Family,
Our hearts were broken when we read of Connie’s moving on to heaven. She was one of God’s soldiers here on earth. Her loving spirit and personality were a light to many.
Ray, we cannot imagine how you are feeling! We are praying that Jesus’ loving arms are surrounding you and your girls and holding you tightly. You and Connie were MADE for each other and everyone knew it from just seeing you together for 40 plus years!
Her life on this earth brought many closer to God. May the love of Christ wash over all of you again and again in this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Tom and Janet Purcell
September 26, 2017
Dear Ray, Carrie and Amanda – my thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Connie’s smile was contagious, and her heart always warm and caring. I have lots of fond memories to cherish.
Love,
Carolyn Slover
September 26, 2017
Sorry to hear about Connie. I am Denise Meisenbach Brubaker and we lived on Poplar Street when you lived on 6th Street. Becky and I would hang around when we were in elementary school and we would make no bake peanut butter/oatmeal cookies that your mom made and I still have the recipe. I remember all the fun times we all had. So sorry for your loss.
September 25, 2017
Dear Carrie and Amanda,
I am so sorry for your lost. Connie was a wonderful person. Thinking of you in this time of loss.
Susan Shertzer
September 25, 2017
Dear Carrie and Amanda, I was so sad to open the paper and see your mom’s obituary. Connie was a lovely person and I enjoyed talking with her at the shop. She was really in her element there. I know your family will miss her so much. I will miss her, too. Sincerely, Sue Wood
September 24, 2017
Dear Ray, Amanda and Carrie,We are thinking of you in this time of loss. Connie was an amazing person, who we loved so much. We are deeply saddened and we will cherish all the memories we have with her. Our hearts go to you and all the family in this time of sorrow.
Love,Audrey, Stella, Charlotte, Katie and Charles
Gambey Family
September 24, 2017
Ray and family sorry for your loss. My prayer’s are with your family.
David Evans
September 24, 2017
Connie was one of the best people I have ever known. She was a special blessing to everyone. She will be remembered as a kind and gracious person who touched many lives. God rest her soul in heaven!
Russell Good
- Visitation
- Thursday, September 28, 2017
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 441 North George Street
- Millersville, PA 17551
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- Thursday, September 28, 2017
- 1:00 PM
- The Waterfront
- 680 Millcross Rd
- Lancaster, PA
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