Connie Ann Bennett

She was born on Sept. 30, 1937, in Century, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Louis Boni and Ida (Pokas) Boni. On Jan. 7, 1956, she was united in marriage to Jackson Olen Bennett, who preceded her in death on Sept. 10, 2019.

Connie is survived by her children, Ann Stoey and husband, Kevin, and Brad Bennett and wife, Patty; grandchildren, Sierra Stoey, Desiree Stoey and Wesley Jacobs; step-grandchildren, Rhonda and husband, Michael Williams, and Jagger Stoey; and step-great-grandchildren, Natalie Williams, Curtis Williams, Zachary Stoey, and Brentley Stoey. She is also survived by her sister, Marti Stevens and husband, Steve; nephew, Chris; great-nephew, Allan; and brother, Jim Boni and wife, Karen; and nephew, Stephen.

A 1955 graduate of Philippi High School, Connie retired from AT&T after more than 30 years of dedicated service as a telephone operator. She was a member of Crim Memorial United Methodist Church, where she volunteered often and was known for her caring heart and willingness to help others.

Connie enjoyed life’s simple pleasures–she rarely missed an episode of Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, or her favorite soap operas. She was an avid fan of Philip Barbour High School football and WVU football, and she especially loved cardinals, her favorite bird.

Friends may call at Wright Funeral Home and On-Site Crematory, 220 N. Walnut Street, Philippi, on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to noon. A funeral service will be held at noon with Pastor Sam Haught officiating. Interment will follow in Mountain State Memorial Gardens in Elkins.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com.