Connie Eloise

Marquez

Connie Eloise Marquez, daughter of the late William Willard Chitwood and Alice Eloise Flowers, was born in Ellington, Missouri, on November 11, 1953. She departed this life at Claru Deville Nursing Center in Fredericktown, Missouri, on October 6, 2026, at the age of 72.

On April 17, 1996, in Safford, Arizona, Connie was united in marriage to Miguel Marquez. Her hobbies included reading and traveling. Connie worked as a cashier at a convenience store. She was known for being an amazing cook. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family that she loved dearly.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents, and one sister, Sharon Chitwood.

Connie is survived by her husband, Miguel Marquez of Fredericktown, Missouri, one son, Jason Bradley of Desloge, Missouri, one daughter, Shawna Smith and husband Ryan of Potosi, Missouri, four grandchildren, Kylie, Aubrey, Dakota and McKinzey, four great grandchildren, Michaela, Caroline, Charlotte and Willow, one brother, Darel Chitwood of Tarkio, Missouri, and two sisters, Clarice Chitwood of Springfield, Missouri, and Margaret Chitwood of Columbia, Missouri. Connie will be deeply missed by her family and friends who will mourn her passing.

There will be a graveside service held at Pleasant Hill Cemetery on Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:30 AM

Arrangements by McSpadden Funeral Home, Ellington, Missouri