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In Memory

Connie Ryker (Young) - Class Of 1971 VIEW PROFILE

Connie Ryker (Young)

Connie Jo Swanson
Oct. 27, 1952 - Jan. 10, 2021
SOUTH BEND, IN -
Connie Jo Swanson (Ferrerya), born to Russ & Ruth Ann Ryker in South Bend, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt & friend who left us suddenly after a short but valiant fight with COVID-19.

Connie was a devoted wife to Mario Ferrerya; they married in March 2020. Prior to that, she was a loving wife to Gary Swanson, with whom she was married for 14 years before he passed, and ex-wife of Vance Young after 26 years; they had two sons.

Connie was dedicated to family. She treasured time with her children, Rusty (Amie) & Andy (Anais) & embraced every moment with her grandchildren, Aubrey, Victoria, James, & Katie. Connie loved visiting with her brother Rick, sister-in-law Linda, niece Shannon (Brandon), & nephew Ryan (Ciera). She regularly kept in touch with her cousins, stepchildren step-grandchildren, & friends she collected over the years.

Connie served as the library director at Walkerton Public Library for more than 20 years where she was passionate about helping people. Outside of work and family, Connie enjoyed sewing and cooking. Being a midwesterner at heart, she made some amazing chicken & noodles over mashed potatoes.

The last few months of her life were the happiest. She moved to Tennessee to be closer to family and was able to make memories with them before her passing.

Connie will be dearly missed by all and forever in our hearts.

A celebration of Connie's life will be held at a later date due to COVID-19.
 
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Published in South Bend Tribune on Jan. 17, 2021.
01/17/2021 JFC



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