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Connie Jean Buckner, 64, of Lincoln (formerly of Lake Fork) passed away June 16, 2013 at Symphony of Lincoln surrounded by her loving family.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 21, 2013 at Old Union Cemetery in Lincoln, IL. It was Connie’s wish to be cremated. Holland Barry & Bennett Funeral Home in Lincoln is handling services.

Connie was born January 9, 1949 in Lincoln, IL., the daughter of Robert "Bob" Lee and Marcella (Routson). She married John Buckner on April 16, 1964 in Williamsville, IL.

Surviving are: her husband John Buckner of Lincoln, IL.; her children: Michelle (David) Presswood, John Buckner, and Lonnie Buckner all of Lincoln, IL.; her grandchildren: Ashley, Megan, and Christine Presswood, Brittany Buckner, Nicholas Buckner, and Jessica Buckner; her great grandchildren: Cadence Presswood, Keygan Metelko, Kyle Gillum, and Erich Auten; her sister Vickie Buss of Lincoln; her brother Gary Constant of Lake Fork, IL; and her sister Cheryl Lee of Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Connie was an avid antiquer and garage saler. She formerly owned Connie’s Dusty Attic. She was an animal lover and dog rescuer. She was a giver, always putting others first. She was a great cook and loved to have family dinners and carry on family tradition. Above all else Connie was a wonderful wife, mom, and grandma. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in Memory of Connie.