Connie Lee Thobe
Connie Lee Thobe, age 80, passed away peacefully on Jan. 24, 2025, at Chardon Woods (Heather Hill Care Communities) in Munson Township, surrounded by the care and comfort she so often gave to others.
Born on Feb. 5, 1944, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to Phillip Gene and Doris Nadine (nee McDonald) Wright, Connie’s warmth, compassion and strong will left a lasting mark on everyone she encountered.
Connie dedicated her life to caring for others, a calling that spanned her entire career as a nursing assistant. She spent many years at Blossom Hill Nursing Home, where she worked with dedication and kindness, bringing comfort to countless residents. Even as her own health declined, Connie’s nurturing spirit never wavered.
During her final years as a resident at Chardon Woods, she continued to offer guidance, support and encouragement to fellow patients and staff, always putting others’ needs before her own. Her compassionate heart and selfless nature were a testament to her remarkable character.
Connie also had a special fondness for the Quarter Horse Congress in Columbus, where she enjoyed the atmosphere and her love of horses. Outside of this, Connie embraced a love for travel and adventure.
One of her proudest accomplishments was fulfilling a long-time dream to visit Memphis and see Elvis’ home, a trip she had always hoped to take and was thrilled to finally experience.
She created lasting memories with her family on other trips, including to Nashville and camping adventures. She also cherished her time living in Dallas, Texas, where she embraced the warmth and spirit of the city.
Known for her fierce independence, Connie faced every challenge with courage and determination. Her family was her greatest joy, and she poured love into her three children, Heather, Chad and Michael.
Connie also found comfort in life’s simpler pleasures — relaxing, reading, shopping, and spending time with her beloved family. She had a deep love for animals and cherished every opportunity to connect with them.
Her signature sense of humor, especially her eye roll, will be fondly remembered by those who knew her. Connie’s presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love, strength, and care will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
She is survived by her three children, Heather Thobe, Chad Thobe and Michael Thobe, all of Chardon; grandchildren, Allison Thobe and Zachary Thobe; siblings, Danny Wright, of Chardon, Barbara (Dale) Jurgens, of Chardon, and Amy (David) Podojil, of Mentor-on-the-Lake; nieces, Sara Jurgens, Ashley (Brandon) Smith and Emily (Dan) Mangan; as well as many friends and loved ones who were touched by her warmth and kindness.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and ex-husband, Michael Thobe.
Visitation for friends and family will be held from 1-3 p.m. Jan. 29, 2025, at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon, with the funeral service beginning at 3 p.m.
Arrangements entrusted to Burr Funeral Home. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
