Connie (August 8, 1958 – June 7, 2025), a tireless advocate for mothers and babies, served as a La Leche Leader for nearly 40 years. In 2000, she earned her certification as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and began her professional career at Rush Copley Medical Center for the next 23 years. Her deep passion for holistic care, for mothers and babies, left a lasting impact on countless families. Connie’s legacy will live on through her friends and family, and she will be dearly missed.
Submitted by Mary Ann Aromin