Catherine “Katie” Connell


January 29th

Catherine “Katie” Connell, 94, of Syracuse, IN passed away on January 28, 2012 at Millers Merry Manor in Syracuse.  She was born on July 24, 1917 in Kosciusko County to James & Elva (Miles) Connell.  She was a lifelong Syracuse resident.  She was a bookkeeper for Modern Educational Systems in Goshen for many years.  She was a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Syracuse since 1948.  She is survived by her sister Jean Knisely of Syracuse.  She is also survived several nieces, nephews as well as many great & great-great nieces & nephews. She was preceded by 1 brother & 1 sister.   Services for friends and family will be Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 11:00 am at the Eastlund Funeral Home.  Calling will be 1 hour prior to the service. Pastor Mark Eastway will be officiating.    Burial will follow at the Syracuse Cemetery.


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