Connie K. Fountain passed peacefully at her home on December 12, 2023.

Connie was born in Adair County Missouri on July 8, 1944, the daughter of Frank & Abigail Leota (Lewis) Ladwig. On May 1, 1959, she was united in marriage to Herman J. Fountain Jr. in Kirksville.

Connie touched the hearts of many with her passion for various interests and unwavering love for those around her. Connie was an avid gardener and found solace in tending to her garden and greenhouse. She nurtured not only plants but also the souls of those who surrounded her. Beyond her green thumb, Connie possessed a great talent for sewing, quilting, and various crafts. She poured her creativity into every stitch, creating intricate and beautiful pieces that brought joy to many. Connie's amazing cooking and baking talents brought people together, creating cherished memories over shared meals and delicious desserts. In addition to her creative pursuits, Connie was a dedicated bookkeeper for the many family businesses. A true fan through and through, Connie held an unwavering devotion to the St. Louis Cardinals. She cheered for the Cards with an unmatched passion.

We remember Connie as not only someone with a wide range of talents and interests but also as a beacon of love, kindness, and selflessness. She touched the lives of all who knew her. In these precious memories, she will forever live on.

Those left to honor her memory include her Husband: Herman J. Fountain Jr., 5 Sons; David (LaDonna) of Davenport, Iowa, and Douglas, Daryl (Tammy), Dale, and Darin Fountain of Kirksville, Missouri. 9 Grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her Father; Frank Laudwig and Mother; Abby Laudwig of Greentop, MO, Sisters; Frenchie Elaine Meador of Bettendorf, IA, Evelyn Schooley of Seattle, WA, and Brother; Wayne Laudwig of Kirksville, MO.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Travis-Noe Funeral Home in Kirksville, with Pastor Alan Coonfield presiding. A Celebration of Life event will follow at the Novinger Firehouse at 11:30 a.m.

The family requests expressions of sympathy be made to Jewel Cemetery and they may be left at or mailed to Travis-Noe Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Kirksville, MO 63501.