Memorial Service
Lakewood Funeral Chapel
98 N. Dixie Drive
Lake Jackson, TX
77566
Saturday, October 18, 2014
2:00 p.m.
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of Angleton, TX
August 15, 1950 - October 14, 2014
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Connie Jean Gaubatz, of Angleton, Texas passed unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the age of 64. Connie is survived by her mother, Etta Joyce Gaubatz, of Lake Jackson; sister, Sheryl Broaddus (Mark), of Freeport, sister, Donna Leist (Danny), of Lake Jackson; and brother, Michael Gaubatz (Kelley), of Huntsville. She has three nephews; two nieces; seven great-nieces; and four great-nephews.
Connie grew up in Lake Jackson and after graduating from Brazosport High School class of 1968, she attended Stephen F. Austin University. She spent the next phase of her life working in Houston, Texas. It was there that she found her life long passion for helping others. She volunteered with wheelchair bound individuals and was instrumental in helping them obtain wheelchair accessible sidewalks, bathrooms, and housing in Houston. These efforts set the foundation for passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Her experience and leadership later led to her employment with the Social Security Administration where she continued to assist individuals in need.
Upon retirement, Connie enjoyed traveling, spending time with family and friends, going to the beach, and sleeping late. To know Connie was to know that her special gift was her kind heart and compassion for others. She will be greatly missed by family, friends, and anyone that was fortunate enough to know her.
A memorial service will be held at Lakewood Funeral Chapel, 98 N. Dixie Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas on Saturday, October 18, at 2:00 p.m.
The family requests donations be made in Connie's memory to: Memorial Hermann Foundation, Benefitting Mischer Neuroscience Institute, 929 Gessner, Suite 2650, Houston, TX 77024.
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20 Condolence(s)
Beverly Wideman Bennett
San Antonio, TX
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Dear Donna & family,
I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you have many treasured memories of Connie to draw on to ease the pain - and to keep her close.
Much love, and God Bless,
Bev (Brazoswood '74)
Lucinda Johnstone
Lake Jackson, TX
Thursday, November 20, 2014
I just learned today of Connie's passing. I'd been trying to reach her for about a month when someone thought to check Google. I'm saying this as an apology for not having attended her funeral. Connie is a dear, sweet person who loved her family so very, very much. She had such a kind heart. Please know she was loved and she is missed. Please let me know you got this message. I am so saddened by her passing, but I know she is rejoicing with her daddy.
Bonnie & Harry Andersson
College Station, TX
Monday, October 20, 2014
Dear Gaubatz Family,
We were so very sorry and shocked to learn of Connie's sudden passing! She was always such a sweet & warm-hearted person ~~ and so friendly to us & everyone she was around!!!! It was quite evident how much she genuinely loved each & every one of her family members and know you all have many special memories of her to treasure forever!!!!!! Just know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers!!!
Sincerely,
Bonnie & Harry Andersson
Charlotte Taggart
Brazoria, TX
Monday, October 20, 2014
All I can think about is how excited Connie was to see her daddy and he see her! So unexpected! Connie was a sweetheart! She had a heart of gold, She sure loved her family and friends. It was an honor to have known her.
Rest in Peace my friend..you will be missed!
Verna Davis
Simonton, TX
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Sheryl,
I am so very sorry to hear about Connie. I know this is hard for you and your family. You are on my mind and in my prayers.
Jody (Jepsen) Bridges
LIncoln, NE
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Connie truly was the yellow rose of Texas(friendship) to me, a transplanted Ne. "Husker"...one of the best people I've ever known...Thank you for the many both happy and sad times we've shared...I'll be watching the stars, my friend...next time at the beach I'll bring you flowers! My thoughts & prayers are with her family & friends...who I now are missing her as well...Hugs!
Pam Drury
Housston, TX
Saturday, October 18, 2014
I am in shock to hear of Connie's death. My entire family loved her and will miss her. She was one of the kindest people I have ever known.
Donald@Joyce Hancock
Tahoka, TX
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Etta Joyce, Sheryl, Donna,Mike and family.
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and love go out to each of you at this time.
So glad we got to visit with her at the reunion. Will always remember her sweet and loving smile. Donald and Joyce Hancock and family.
Norma Johnson
Hot Springs Village, AR
Friday, October 17, 2014
My heart is heavy at the loss of my beloved and cherished friend. From the moment we met over 40 years ago, we became like sisters. Connie's kindness, thoughtfulness and sincerity were never ending. She was warm and loving. She had a huge heart and willingly shared it with others...never expecting anything in return. She saw the good in everyone and only wanted the best for all she knew.
Connie I will miss you terribly. I know you are in heaven but it is still hard. George and I love you dearly.
Patricia Kay
Houston, TX
Friday, October 17, 2014
So sorry to hear of Connie's passing. She will be missed. Prayers and sympathy to her family.
Pam Moore
Houston, TX
Friday, October 17, 2014
Connie was always up for a new adventure. Now she's on the greatest of them all. I know she has greeted this one as enthusiasticly if not more than any before. My heart goes with her. She will forever be in me and has been sorely missed. For her family and loved ones I grieve.
ed oliver
angleton, TX
Friday, October 17, 2014
YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US AS YOU TOUCH SO MANY LIVES IN A VERY POSITIVE WAY. YOU WERE THE PERFECT NIEGHBOR.
louanne harvey cantrell
richwood, TX
Friday, October 17, 2014
I miss you. I love you. I am so sorry you are gone.
Nancy Wilsford Moss
Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Dear Connie,
Your absence has left a void here on earth but I know you have taken your place in heaven with the angels and will be watching over us.
I love and miss you,
Nancy
Margaret Nowak
Houston, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
I'm so sorry for your lost. I feel so fortunate to have known Connie. She was a good friend with a heart of Gold. I will miss her dearly.
Michaela and Dave Hyland
League City, TX, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Connie's sudden passing was a total shock to us. Our prayers and utmost sympathy are with Connie's Family during this time of great sorrow. Connie and Michaela worked together at the Angleton Social Security Office for many years. She was a very dear friend. She will be sorely missed.
Andrea & Danny Adaway
Brazoria, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Sleep well Connie.
Cynthia Devens Orendorff
Pipe Creek, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
For Connie's family.....I'm so very sorry for your loss. She was a doting daughter, loving sister, and a great aunt. God Bless you all! My heart hurts for the loss of this wonderful friend! Connie and me have known each other since about first grade. We were always friends but truly connected as "sisters" about 4-5 years ago. She is one of "our Girlie Girlfriends". From the luncheons to the road trips Connie was always such a great friend to all of us. We were supposed to go on the BHS cruise in 2016 and be parasailing partners! I'll miss doing that with her. Always smiling, always there for all of us that needed her.......and you know what.....We were there for her, too because that's what Girlfriends do for each other! A Guardian Angel for the Girlfriends. I love you, Connie! See you when it's time! xoxoxo
Pam McKee
Wharton, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
You will be forever missed. You had a heart of gold. Good bye my good friend.
louanne harvey cantrell
richwood, TX
Thursday, October 16, 2014
I love you, my dear sissy. I miss our running around and going places together. I enjoyed growing up with you. I miss you so much. Smooth journeys