Connie Lynn (Harman) Channel, 68, of Richmond, Mo., passed away on April 30, 2025, with her daughters by her side, at North Kansas City Hospital.
Connie was born on April 20, 1957, to Ira and Helen Harman of Sheldon, Mo. She was the youngest of three, with two older brothers, Jim and Tom (Mary Ann) Harman.
She grew up in Sheldon, Mo., and graduated from Sheldon High School. As an adult, she had several career changes, from EMT, to owning her own daycare, to homemaker and eventually settling on moving to Richmond, Mo., where she helped her two daughters with childcare for three grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart.
Connie is survived by her twin daughters, Shannon Braley and Sharron (Jacob) Smith and her grandchildren Auren Smith, Raigan Braley and Everlyn Smith.
Throughout her life she was blessed to be called Mom, “Momma Connie” and Grandma “Mam Ma” by stepchildren Jarrod, Amanda, Dennis and Bob, along with several friends of her daughters whom she welcomed into her heart and home, and all the grandchildren that came with them.
She is proceeded in death by her parents, Ira and Helen (Riddle) Harman and her cousins, Terri Chadd and Travis Denney, along with several Aunts, Uncles, friends and family.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. We ask all that knew and loved her to send their memories and stories of Connie’s life to her twin daughters, so it can be a joyous and lighthearted celebration.In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local animal shelter or charity of your choice in her honor.
Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
Our Sincere Condolences
My last memory of Connie was taking her food last November. Throughout my time of knowing her, I remember taking her shopping or to the doctor’s. I recall many Sundays talking with her in the foyer or nursery as my kids played with her grandson. I know she sure loved her girls and grands. May God give you peace knowing your good hearted momma has found rest, free from all pain.
Stephanie Woolfolk
TO: TWINS Sharron Smith and Shannon Braley
Hi Girls … So wish we could have met … wanted so much to get in touch on the loss or your mom, Connie… I was married to Connie’s brother, Jim Haman and I am so sorry he has not shown due respect… Don’t feel bad, you probably know he did not go to his parent’s services either…. Had no contact # for Tom… so hope you girls see this.
Would love to hear from you …. I am on FB under maiden name GINGER CURRY..
AGAIN. SOOOOOOOO SORRY !!!!! May your memories comfort you during this very difficult time. Great pic of your Mom… We go back to 1968… Lost track of her. Again, would love to hear from you through Messenger. You can still send a message even though not connected on FB.
Virginia Harman (Harris)
