Connie (Constance) Harnisch, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt and grandmother, passed away surrounded by family, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, after a brief battle with lung cancer. Connie was a vibrant, kind hearted and compassionate person who would lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Connie was born on September 2, 1961, to LeRoy Fox and Rosalee (Lawrence) Verette.
Connie was the life of the party. She enjoyed traveling, sailing and driving the sand dunes in Michigan. Connie was the matriarch of her family. She loved spending time with family and friends – especially her grandchildren. Connie was also an avid Packer fan who loved attending games and watching them on TV.
Connie is survived by three children, John H. Harnisch, Christine Thornton and Michael Harnisch; seven grandchildren – Derek Harnisch, Kylee Thornton, Grace Thornton, Caleb Thornton, Gabriel DeLeon, Laialee Harnisch and Brooke Harnisch; six siblings – Debbie (Scott) Schroeder, Brian (Debbie) Fox; Brenda Villarreal; Linda (Randy) Robertson; LeRoy J (Kristina) Fox; Mark (Megan) Fox; and stepfather Earl Verette. Connie is further survived by her dog Chip, many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Connie was preceded in death by her parents, LeRoy Fox; Rosalee Verette, her daughter, Ashley Harnisch and her grandparents.
The family would like to express our sincere gratitude to the staff at St. Catherine’s Medical Center for the loving care they provided Connie. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 10, 2023, from 2:00 – 6:00 pm at the Parkway Chateau in Kenosha WI.
