Catherine Lee (Cromley) Conner, 81, of Ashville, OH, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Pickaway Manor in Circleville. She was born on September 25, 1939 in Circleville, OH to the late Leroy Hewitt and Martha (Eakin) Cromley.
Catherine was a graduate of Ashville-Harrison H.S. and attended The Ohio State University. While going to college she worked at Battelle Institute and O.S.U. Growing up on the family farm as sixth generation, she showed Angus cattle and sheep at many local and state fairs. While attending The Ohio State University, she met Thomas Conner, DVM. After marriage, they moved to Remington, IN where they raised their family. Both children were active in 4-H and FFA. During this time, Katie started her own business as an Interior Designer which she operated for many years in many states.
Katie was an active board member of Jasper County Fair Board and Tippecanoe Girl Scout Council. In the early 80's, she was appointed by former Gov. Bob Orr as Director to the Indiana State Fair Board. Later, they moved to Indianapolis.
Katie's love for agriculture, livestock and youth continued to grow resulting in her acceptance from The Commonwealth of Kentucky the "Honorary Commissioner of Agriculture" Award in 1986. Katie was a Director of Lead Line and various youth contests for may years at the North American Livestock Exposition.
She enjoyed traveling and oil painting in Deruta, Italy with Susie Astleford. She also enjoyed decorating, sewing, arranging cut flowers and farm projects. One of the many goals she achieved was soloing in flying a private airplane.
Survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas F. Conner; one son; one daughter; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the family farm, 15304 Cromley Rd, Ashville with a graveside service at 1:30 PM on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the farm.
Catherine was a graduate of Ashville-Harrison H.S. and attended The Ohio State University. While going to college she worked at Battelle Institute and O.S.U. Growing up on the family farm as sixth generation, she showed Angus cattle and sheep at many local and state fairs. While attending The Ohio State University, she met Thomas Conner, DVM. After marriage, they moved to Remington, IN where they raised their family. Both children were active in 4-H and FFA. During this time, Katie started her own business as an Interior Designer which she operated for many years in many states.
Katie was an active board member of Jasper County Fair Board and Tippecanoe Girl Scout Council. In the early 80's, she was appointed by former Gov. Bob Orr as Director to the Indiana State Fair Board. Later, they moved to Indianapolis.
Katie's love for agriculture, livestock and youth continued to grow resulting in her acceptance from The Commonwealth of Kentucky the "Honorary Commissioner of Agriculture" Award in 1986. Katie was a Director of Lead Line and various youth contests for may years at the North American Livestock Exposition.
She enjoyed traveling and oil painting in Deruta, Italy with Susie Astleford. She also enjoyed decorating, sewing, arranging cut flowers and farm projects. One of the many goals she achieved was soloing in flying a private airplane.
Survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas F. Conner; one son; one daughter; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the family farm, 15304 Cromley Rd, Ashville with a graveside service at 1:30 PM on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the farm.
Catherine Lee (Cromley) Conner, 81, of Ashville, OH, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Pickaway Manor in Circleville. She was born on September 25, 1939 in Circleville, OH to the late Leroy Hewitt and Martha (Eakin) Cromley.
Catherine was a graduate of Ashville-Harrison H.S. and attended The Ohio State University. While going to college she worked at Battelle Institute and O.S.U. Growing up on the family farm as sixth generation, she showed Angus cattle and sheep at many local and state fairs. While attending The Ohio State University, she met Thomas Conner, DVM. After marriage, they moved to Remington, IN where they raised their family. Both children were active in 4-H and FFA. During this time, Katie started her own business as an Interior Designer which she operated for many years in many states.
Katie was an active board member of Jasper County Fair Board and Tippecanoe Girl Scout Council. In the early 80's, she was appointed by former Gov. Bob Orr as Director to the Indiana State Fair Board. Later, they moved to Indianapolis.
Katie's love for agriculture, livestock and youth continued to grow resulting in her acceptance from The Commonwealth of Kentucky the "Honorary Commissioner of Agriculture" Award in 1986. Katie was a Director of Lead Line and various youth contests for may years at the North American Livestock Exposition.
She enjoyed traveling and oil painting in Deruta, Italy with Susie Astleford. She also enjoyed decorating, sewing, arranging cut flowers and farm projects. One of the many goals she achieved was soloing in flying a private airplane.
Survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas F. Conner; one son; one daughter; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the family farm, 15304 Cromley Rd, Ashville with a graveside service at 1:30 PM on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the farm.
Catherine was a graduate of Ashville-Harrison H.S. and attended The Ohio State University. While going to college she worked at Battelle Institute and O.S.U. Growing up on the family farm as sixth generation, she showed Angus cattle and sheep at many local and state fairs. While attending The Ohio State University, she met Thomas Conner, DVM. After marriage, they moved to Remington, IN where they raised their family. Both children were active in 4-H and FFA. During this time, Katie started her own business as an Interior Designer which she operated for many years in many states.
Katie was an active board member of Jasper County Fair Board and Tippecanoe Girl Scout Council. In the early 80's, she was appointed by former Gov. Bob Orr as Director to the Indiana State Fair Board. Later, they moved to Indianapolis.
Katie's love for agriculture, livestock and youth continued to grow resulting in her acceptance from The Commonwealth of Kentucky the "Honorary Commissioner of Agriculture" Award in 1986. Katie was a Director of Lead Line and various youth contests for may years at the North American Livestock Exposition.
She enjoyed traveling and oil painting in Deruta, Italy with Susie Astleford. She also enjoyed decorating, sewing, arranging cut flowers and farm projects. One of the many goals she achieved was soloing in flying a private airplane.
Survived by her husband of 60 years, Thomas F. Conner; one son; one daughter; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; one sister; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 PM on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the family farm, 15304 Cromley Rd, Ashville with a graveside service at 1:30 PM on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the farm.
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