Connie S. Selman

Connie Sue Selman, 78, of Henderson, Illinois, died Friday, December 27, 2024 at Memorial Hospital, Shiloh, Illinois.

Connie was born January 16, 1946 in Princeton, Illinois, the daughter of Robert H. and Juanita J. (Coyne) Cambron. She attended Visitation Catholic School and Wethersfield High School in Kewanee. Connie later married John R. Selman on June 5, 1971 in Kewanee, Illinois. John preceded her in death on July 8, 2020. Connie is survived by two daughters, Barb Grawe of Altona, Illinois and Brenda (Keith) Albers of New Baden, Illinois; one son, John Blair Selman of Wataga, Illinois; a sister-in-law, Jan Cambron of Kewanee; and many nieces. Connie is also survived by her beloved eight grandchildren, Cassie Grawe, Lucas Grawe, Haley Selman, Bryce Selman, Lily Selman, Lacey Albers, A.J. Albers, and Jacob Albers; and one great grandson, Wyatt. Along with her husband and parents, Connie was preceded in death by a daughter, Diana Wager; a daughter-in-law, Cori Selman; and her brother, Robert Cambron, Jr.

Connie worked for many years as a cook for R.O.W.V.A. School District, retiring in 2000. She later worked at Courtyard Estates in Galva and Royal Oaks Nursing Home in Kewanee. Connie’s generous heart led her to always lending a helping hand to any one in need and serving others in any capacity she could. She had a huge heart for all animals, having many different kinds throughout her life, especially her two dogs, Brandy and Molly, she had later in life. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, often cooking and baking for those she loved. Connie was an avid crafter and enjoyed knitting. She was a supportive member of her communities, serving on both the Altona and Henderson Village boards at different times. Connie was a den mother in Altona when Blair was in Cub Scouts. Connie enjoyed camping and traveling and was an Elvis Presley fan. She was an avid supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 2, 2024 at Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, Galesburg. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2024 at the funeral home. A celebration of life and luncheon will follow services at the Thomas Legacy Center. Private family burial will be at a later date at Walnut Grove Cemetery, Altona, Illinois. Memorial contributions may be made in Connie’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Knox County Humane Society.