Connie, whose parents were James M. and Betty L. Cooper of Cabot, was born in 1948 in Natrona Heights.
Connie graduated from Knoch High School and was awarded a Bachelor of Arts degree by Geneva College. She worked as a program director for the YWCA in Butler. She was widely admired for her “designer’s eye” manifested in her home decorating, landscaping and personal fashion. Later, as a sales associate for Talbot’s (women’s clothing), she earned the loyalty of clients who would only shop at the store when they were assured that Connie would be there to advise and assist them. A naturally outgoing person, Connie held close several long-standing friendships, including her Aunt Margie and Uncle Jake Hoffman. Connie came to love the ocean, especially family trips to Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Bald Head Island, N.C.
Connie was married to her beloved husband, Timothy C. Engleman for more than fifty-three years. She was fiercely devoted to their son, Benjamin Engleman of Lansdale, PA. whose wife, Gretchen and granddaughters Ainsley, Fiona and Kathleen were a constant delight to her. Although an only child, Connie became an integral sister to Tim’s family: Ross Engleman (Paddie, dec.), Diane (Alfred) Macino, John Engleman (dec.), and Rebecca (Theodore) Martin. She was “Aunt Connie” to a number of nieces and nephews, who remember her picnics not only for the food but the gracious and fun way she offered them
Connie and Tim embraced the friendships and remarkable worship experience they shared at Shadyside Presbyterian Church, where they became members in 1999. For those grieving, Connie would recall the comfort in the words of a cherished pastor: When life or death separates you from a loved one, if the Holy Spirit is in the relationship, you get to keep the love.
There will be no visitation. In the Spring of 2025, Connie’s life will be celebrated at a memorial service at Shadyside Presbyterian Church, 5121 Westminster Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15232.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Thomson-Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 E. North St., Butler, PA 16001.
All who knew Connie are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to her unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.