Connie L. Daniel

Constance “Connie” L. Daniel, age 69 of Barronett, WI formerly of Herbster and Clear Lake, WI died on Saturday, August 3, 2013 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire WI with her family at her side.

I showed my daughter my hands, my old, gnarled, wrinkled hands.  I told her that I thought they  were beautiful.  That my hands had made many beautiful things, they have grown many flowers, loved many children and fed many people.  There are hundreds of people out there sleeping under blankets I have made for them. My hands have tended the sick, hugged my loved ones and cheered our life's greatest moments.  I told her my hands hurt but I wouldn't have it any other way because I earned them.  I want my loved ones to remember me and take life's lessons that I help teach them to always love, laugh and enjoy each other.

Connie was born May 1, 1944 in Albert Lea, MN, the daughter of Edward, Norma (Sarver) and Norbert Helstern.  She grew up in Cumberland, WI and graduated from Cumberland High School in 1962.  Connie was married to Gary L. Daniel (Butch) on December 7, 1963 at the First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI.  The first years of their marriage they moved often before settling in Graytown near Reeve, WI.  Together they raised seven children and also helped raise many foster children.  After 13 yrs in Graytown, Connie moved with her family to Herbster where she worked as a cook in various restaurants.  She also started Cabin Fever Quilt Co. and later was the creator of the 911 Victims Memorial Quilt that is on display at Ground Zero in the 911 Museum in New York City. In addition to her love of quilting, Connie enjoyed gardening, cooking, family genealogy, camping, fishing, puzzles and anything creative she could make herself.  Connie was also a very talented and accomplished artist who enjoyed painting and woodworking.  Connie spent her last years in Barronett, WI and winters in Bay City, TX enjoying her gardens, fishing, family and beloved Gussy Russel.  She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Survived by: Husband – Butch Daniel & beloved Gussy Russel of Barronett, WI,
Daughter – Kelli (Keith) Colalillo Rockport, TX, Daughter – Sam (Philip) Beighley  Bloomer, WI, Son – Cory (Penny) Daniel Bay City, TX, Daughter – Mandy (Tracy) Prill Phillips, WI, Daughter – Shelby (Scot) Luoma Yorkville, IL, Son -  Dennis (Shelly) Daniel Washington, IL, Son – Michael Daniel Washburn, WI, Son-in-law Richard (Amber) Glau Herbster, WI.
Grandchildren – Corinne (Elijah), Kimberly (Jeremy), Bruce, Brittany (Clint), Cassidy (Shauna), Matthew (Rachel), Aaron (Diana), Amanda (Jeff), Alaina, Alicia (Dustin), Alex, Ethan, Benjamin, & LeAnn.  
Great Grandchildren – Peyton, Zoey, Daelan, Wyllow, & Hayden.  
Special family  –  Dawn, Sheila and Missy.  
Siblings – Larry (Connie) Croft, John (Deanna) Helstern, Ron (Sue) Helstern, Becky Heintz, Jody (Frank) Raboin,  Lois Campion, Chuck (Bev) Daniel, Jeannette Daniel, Kevin Daniel, Kate (Kevin) McCann and many very dear nieces and nephews.
Many special friends, you know who you are !

Preceded to heaven by her parents Norbert, Norma & Edward Helstern, Charles & Lucille Daniel.  Sister Diane, Brother-in-laws John, Pat & David, Sister-in-law Susan,
and nephew, David.

There will be a Celebration of Life party for Connie, 2 pm, Saturday, October 12, 2013 at The Kennetz family farm located 3.5 mi north of Clear Lake on Hwy 63, turn right (east) on 50th Ave, will be first driveway on the left, Fire# 327.
Delores & Red Swager residence.
327 50th Ave, Clear Lake, WI.


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