Connie Deborah Valliere

Connie Valliere, (nee: Benigno) of Saint Charles, MO, passed away Tuesday, July 30, 2019 at the age of 63. Beloved wife of Steve Valliere; devoted mother of Lindsey (Ryan) Adams; cherished daughter of Sal (Barb) Benigno and the late Billie Benigno; dear sister of Rick (Janice) Benigno, Christy Benigno (Shirley Wingo), Sheila (Gary) Diepenbrock, and Matt (Marie) Benigno. Connie is also survived by loving nieces, great nieces, nephews and furry children Carlie and Teddi.

Connie was warm, compassionate, bright, always finding the good in someone and a woman that people were immediately drawn to. When she smiled, her eyes had a joyful twinkle which came to be known as the “Connie Sparkle” by her husband and family. She was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by those who knew her because she invested a piece of her heart with every person she knew.

Most of Connie’s friendships were lifelong beginning with her days at Normandy High School, the Suburban Journal, Porlier Outdoor Advertising and SSM Health where she was a business team leader for more than 10 years. Her character and personality were a perfect fit for the SSM mission. When she saw the result of her work benefit a patient or a co-worker, her spirit soared.

Among her favorite things to do were sitting in the sun, getting to the beach when she could and shopping, especially for shoes. However, by far, family and friends were the most important things in her life. She will be remembered as a loving, dedicated mother and a cherished wife, sister, aunt, great-aunt, cousin and friend.

On Saturday August 10, 2019 family and friends will gather and visit with each other from 5pm to 6pm. A “sharing memories” memorial service will follow from 6pm to 7pm.

Memorial contributions may be made in Connie's honor to the SSM Cancer Care, Kisker Campus.