"To Mrs. Webb, the best science teacher I had. She was so nice. I am Carl Leonard, a former student."
Connie Webb
Lewistown - Connie Webb, 76, of Lewistown, passed away Friday February 28, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
She was born on December 18, 1943 in Canton, to Clarence E. and Virginia L. (Schwartzbaugh) Brown. They both preceded her in death.
Connie married Floyd (Bane) Webb on June 12, 1971. He preceded her in death in 2012.
Surviving is her daughter Beverlee "Bev" Sale, one brother, Eddy (Christine) Brown, two grandchildren, Shawn Sale, Erin Sale, nine great grandchildren, Elliyah, Ellexi, Eriana, Darrick, Ellicity, Ava, Dexavior, Draylin, and Drystin, three nephews, Eddy (Courtney) Brown Jr., Darren (Robin) Brown, and Cory (Martha) Brown.
Also preceding her in death are one brother and one sister in law, Darhl (Susan) Brown.
Connie graduated from Lewistown Highschool in 1961. She later graduated from Western Illinois University in 1965 with a degree in education. She was a science teacher at VIT for 32 years. She enjoyed horses, camping, rodeos, crafts, quilting, playing cards and games, and she also loved her dogs.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday March 4, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton where visitation will be held two hours prior to the service.
A burial will be held at a later date at White Chapel memory Gardens in Canton.
Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.
To leave online condolences, or to view Connie's video tribute, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
"To Mrs. Webb, the best science teacher I had. She was so nice. I am Carl Leonard, a former student."
"So sorry to hear of Connie?s passing. Will be praying for all of your family. She was such a nice lady, I taught with her at V.I.T. many years ago. "
"Mrs. Webb was such a good teacher whose classes I always enjoyed. My condolences to her family. Chris McMullen Wiseman Class of 1971."
"I am so sorry for your loss. Connie was a kind person. I remember your family from when I was very young and my mom went to your house near St. David to get eggs. My sympathies!"
"I'm sorry,I mistook the time of services-I'll probably be eating at a Lenten service,instead of what I had posted previously.Danny Soper-still I'll mention in services at Glasford UMC today."
"To Bev,Eddy,and families:I knew your mother and sister when my mother and I square danced for Skirt and Shirt in Canton,as well as for Tribal Squares in Lewistown and Mapleton.God's blessing be upon all of you in your time of loss.She was a wonderful lady.Danny Soper.Sorry I can't be with all of you,because of work."
"A loving caring woman, she and I had the same anniversary and we shared those times a lot. She will be missed and thought of fondly remembered. Crafting was our biggest bond. Beverly, please know that I am so sorry, and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless."
"Miss Webb was my biology teacher at VIT High School . She was a great teacher and I loved everything she taught us in the class. She cared , she made it fun and interesting to be there and you didn?t want to miss her class. When I taught my kindergarten children I wanted to like her . She had a excellent spirit and love for her students , co workers and all who knew her. My heart thanks you for being a lovely gifted person and showing great love for all. Rest In Peace??? Diana Horwedel"
"Debbie Stremmel Coutre She has touched so many lives and was a shining light to all that knew her. We have so many good memories from the campground and seeing her radiant smile. I will see you in Heaven Aunt Connie."
"So very sorry for Connie's family for her loss. She was a lovely lady and I am sure will be missed by so many people. "
"My deepest condolences to the family of Connie Webb . She was a wonderful teacher and friend . I loved my biology class because Connie made it so easy and fun for me . I was honored to spend the time with Connie talking about our love for music . Floyd and my dad (Bob) enjoyed many years playing music at the Cuba square dances . Those were the best years with many memories we shared . My heart is saddened by her passing . Prayers to all who knew her as a teacher and friend . Class of 78 ??"
"I am extremely sorry to learn of Mrs. Webb's passing. Loved her as a teacher, our first project she assigned us coming in as her Freshman Biology students was our leaf identification books with 75 or 100 leaves we had to identify with common and scientific names. I loved Mr. Webb too when he came to substitute at VIT and he brought his guitar and sang for us. They were awesome teachers and friends and will be greatly missed by many of us.???"
"I?m so sorry for your loss. Mrs Webb was a wonderful lady. My deepest condolences. Susan Green, class of 89"
"My deepest condolences to the family of Mrs. Webb. She was a wonderful teacher and I learned a lot in her classes. I went on to get A?s in my college biology classes, and even became a teacher! She touched many students lives in a positive way. Paula Parks Greuel, VIT Class of 1971"
"Mrs. Webb was an awesome teacher and mentor to many over the years. Some of the best times in high school were our science club trips all sponsored by Mrs. Webb she had the largest club in school for good reason. My condolences to her family Greg Hollenback vit class of '92"
"Sorry such a wonderful lady "
"Connie Brown (Webb) was our class sponsor. The Class of 1970 was in close contact with her from the get go. She was very patient with us and very forgiving and we (I) needed a lot of forgiveness. The world is a sadder placer for her passing, but Heaven has brightened several shades."
"Our deepest sympathy to Connie's family. A wonderful woman. She always smiling can and loved to talk whenever we would see her. Lorenda and Alvin Spilker"
"She was a wonderful teacher. She touched many lives with kindness and guidance. Our prayers and condolences to her family. Mike and Linda Blemler"
"I first met Connie while she at the Presnyterian Church in Lewistown working on a quilt. She was a very special lady. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God be with you all. Prayers."
"Mrs Webb was an awesome science teacher at VIT, I can honestly say one of my favorite teachers back in the early 80?s!! My condolences to all her family. RIP Mrs Webb "
"Sorry to hear of Mrs. Webb?s passing. She was an excellent science teacher. My sincere condolences. Jody (Cox) Class of ?89"
"To Connie's family and friends, This lovely lady was a wonderful teacher with a heart of gold and a smile for everyone. She will be sadly missed by the hundreds of students who benefited from having her for their teacher. We are two of them. VIT Class of '67, John & Sandy Bybee, Vermont, IL"
"I remember Mrs.. Brown as a happy, knowledgeable Science Teacher when I was at V.I.T. High School graduating class of 1976. "
"Sorry to hear this. Mrs. Webb was an excellent science teacher and I learned a lot from her. My condolences to her family."
"I had her for Biology class, the first year she taught, at V.I.T. She always spoke, when I would see her. Mike Hollenback"