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Kirksey-Edwards, Connie Ann

December 26, 1966 –
 September 16, 2021

Obituary

Connie Kirksey-Edwards, a native of Mobile, AL and a current resident of Dallas, TX was born December 26, 1966 in Mobile, AL to the late Quillar Kirksey III and Lillie (Portis) Kirksey. She passed away on September 16, 2021 with her family by her side. Connie was a very loving Wife, Momma, Nana and Friend. Connie was the family prankster and could mostly be found laughing or joking. She was also the family Historian and Resident Health Guru. She was always sharing information with family and friends and trying something new. She will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her father Quillar Kirksey III. She leaves to cherish her memory a husband Kenneth Edwards, two beautiful daughters Aminah (Femi) Edwards, Anikka Edwards, two grandchildren Malachi Wilson & Maddison Edwards. A Loving Mother Lillie Kirksey; two siblings Quillar Yohonna Kirksey III, Coretta Kirksey, An Honorary Sister Tracy Hunter, two nieces A’kilah Malone, Kayla Malone, three nephews Z’aire Jackson, Antwain Malone Jr, Alston Malone. And a host of other family and friends. Please leave the family condolences and share memories on this website.  

Arrangements under the direction of:

Aria Cremation Service and Funeral Home

19310 Preston Road

Dallas, Texas 75252

(214) 306-6700

    Shauna Stephens-Steel
    17 Sep 2021
    7:29pm

    My Condolences for your loss.. prayers going up for the Family May God give you comfort during this difficult time ❤️❤️ ❤️

    Tracy Hunter
    17 Sep 2021
    7:55pm

    Missing you!!!

    Shirley Giles Clark
    18 Sep 2021
    8:55am

    To the family, my heartfelt condolences. My heart is heavy right now as well. Praying for your strength and look for guidance in our God

    Rodney Lambert
    20 Sep 2021
    8:43pm

    Lord have mercy. We have lost an amazing person in our family.God is good all the time and is in control. Thoughts and prayers are continued for support

    Aminah Edwards
    24 Sep 2021
    6:07pm

    I Truly can’t believe that this happened to you!! You will always be the real first love of my life. This has broken my heart in a way that can never be repaired. I look forward to when Jesus comes back so I can see you again. Until then my love Thank you for all you have this world and me. Xoxo

    The McDonald's
    25 Sep 2021
    8:18am

    Our deepest condolences to the family! We are all heart broken for your loss.

    L. Denise Green
    27 Sep 2021
    2:29pm

    I’m sorry for the pain you are feeling. Only God can soothe your hearts, I know. I’m praying for your strength and that you will remember that you are loved. Until we meet again…

    Kathy Moungle
    27 Sep 2021
    6:19pm

    My deepest condolences to the family, Connie was absolutely a caring person, nothing fake about her, she loved her girls and grandkids unconditionally. We would talk about life and natural health and we also laughed. Just a beautiful sole. She will be truly missed. Look up to the sky she is there smiling.

    Shondra Herrine
    27 Sep 2021
    6:55pm

    To the family I am sending my deepest condolences. I pray God gives you comfort and strength. I am praying for you and the family. I love you all ❤️

    Leslie Edwards
    27 Sep 2021
    6:56pm

    May The God Of All Comfort Be With Your Family!

    Bridgette Ezell Augustus
    27 Sep 2021
    9:16pm

    I Send my sincere
    condolences to your entire family from My family.May my classmate Connie RIH and may God bring you all Peace.Matthew 5:4

    LeNora Wilcox
    27 Sep 2021
    9:28pm

    My deepest condolences to family and friends. May God’s Grace be upon you.

    Miller & Sharon Murff
    27 Sep 2021
    9:28pm

    We pray God will give you strength during your time of bereavement.

    Freddie WilcoxIII
    27 Sep 2021
    9:42pm

    To:The Edward and Kirksey Families May
    Go comfort you in your
    Time of sorrow

    Freddie WilcoxIII
    27 Sep 2021
    9:43pm

    Sorry for your loss

    Kathy Hucks
    27 Sep 2021
    9:49pm

    Pastor Edwards, Aminah, Femi, Anikka, Malachi and Maddison. Our family sends deepest condolences and prayers on the passing of Connie. May God comfort you during this time. Even so, Come, Lord Jesus! I can’t wait to see my friend again!

    Namon /Brenda Latson
    27 Sep 2021
    10:06pm

    So sorry for loss please accept our condolences Pastor Smith.

    Sandra Mills
    28 Sep 2021
    12:51am

    Sis.Connie will be dearly missed. My deepest condolences goes out to the family. Pastor Edwards I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.I feel your pain.God will bring you through it all one day at a time.

    Carlos McConico
    28 Sep 2021
    1:32pm

    Praying for your entire family and may God strengthen everyone. Connie was always a lot of fun and kept us laughing. Pastor and Mrs. McConico

    Rita Johnson
    28 Sep 2021
    4:27pm

    Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship.
    Words fall short of expressing our sorrow for your loss. May your memories give you peace and comfort at this most difficult time. Praying for the family.
    Pastor Ennis and Rita Johnson

    Ellareen Moore
    29 Sep 2021
    8:36am

    Willie and I are so sad to hear of your loss. We can’t imagine your pain. Just know that we will miss her aswell. Our prayers and best wishes goes out to you and your family continuously.
    You have our sincerest sympathies
    Ellareen& Willie Moore, Members of the Coushatta Frist S.D.A. church, Coushatta Louisiana
    Sending our LOVE!

    Samuel Perkins
    29 Sep 2021
    11:50am

    My deepest sympathy for the loss of a friend. Blessings and prayers to the family and loved ones.

    Rhonda Herrine
    29 Sep 2021
    4:44pm

    To My Family, we are sending our sincere condolences in your time of sadness. The passing of a mother is one of the deepest sorrows a heart can know. But her goodness, caring and wisdom live on like a legacy of love that will always be with you. May that love surround you now and bring you peace. Please know that we love you and are continuously lifting you all in prayer.

    Cynthia Cooks-Tate
    29 Sep 2021
    4:58pm

    May God comfort you all at this time. Im praying for you all

    Gregory Carroll
    29 Sep 2021
    9:36pm

    It seems like yesterday when we were young teenagers. Cynthia, Anthony, you and I would sit on the curve in front your house until the street light come on and we all would talk about our future. Well after we hear about the gossip at school from you. Connie, you would always have that laugh that no one could interpret. We all grew up and left with families of our own. Those are some of the great childhood memories I cherish today. We were a closed group on Gulf Field Dr. We all have left the neighborhood but when I go to my mother house. I always look at the light pole in front of your mother house where we all hung out until Mrs. Cook call for Cynthia. Those days will never be forgotten and that laugh which gave the silent street life. While you are flying high continue share the laugh and smile. You will be missed deeply. I know your wings will take you to a place of joy.

    Mrs. Sandra Clemons
    29 Sep 2021
    10:22pm

    To the Edwards Family: The students, faculty and Board Members of Bethel Adventist Church School in Texarkana, TX send our condolences to Pastor Edwards and family. You are continually in our Prayers.

    James Gooch
    30 Sep 2021
    12:29am

    I miss her so much. Connie was the sister I never had. She cared about me and Prayed for me. We shared so much
    I loved her so much but I can’t wait to see her again what a Glorious day it will be Thankyou Jesus for sharing her with me. I’m truly Blessed. In Jesus Christ Name. Love you Connie

    Jackie Mitchell
    1 Oct 2021
    12:47pm

    Dear Pastor Edwards and family. May God surround each of you with comfort and peace as you remember your precious Connie. Love and Prayers, Pastors Allen and Jackie Mitchell

    Electra and Jonah Thomas
    1 Oct 2021
    5:20pm

    Even through, we buried our mother in August of this year, we still don’t know the pain, loss, and hurt your family feels. There’s not words we can express that can change your loss. Only the words of God and the prays in your behalf will heal as times pass. We along love her spirit and laughter she had. We were always greeted with those things when we saw her. Our hearts are still in disbelief that she has took her rest in Jesus. Rest in peace my sister and will see you on that great getting morning. Love always.
    Jonah and Electra Thomas
    Cedar Grove SDA Church, Shreveport,LA

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