With thanksgiving for a life well lived, the family of Constance (Connie) Neales of Bloomfield announce her passing at the Kiwanis Nursing Home in Sussex on Monday June 18th 2018. Born in Bloomfield 93 years ago, she was the daughter of the late James and Nora (Raymond) Neales. Connie is survived by her sister Julia Hughes of Bloomfield, nieces; Shirley (Wetmore) Adshade of River Philip NS, Gillian Urquhart (Percy) of Bloomfield, and Marilyn Johnson-Grealish of Edmonton AB. Nephews; James Wetmore of Edmonton AB, Peter Wetmore of Galahad AB, David Hughes (Deidre Connell) of Saint John, NB and Glen Johnson (Virginia) of Lawrence Station NB along with several great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters; Gertrude Wetmore and Mary Louise Johnson. Connie was a beloved teacher having begun her career at the age of 17 prior to serving in the RCAF as a wireless operator during WW2. Her teaching career continued with her graduation from Teacher's College in 1947 and her degree from UNB at a later date. Connie taught at a number of schools in Quebec and New Brunswick ending her career at Hampton Elementary School for 11 years, retiring in 1983. She is fondly remembered for her love of teaching children, her compassion and her sense of humour which impacted many students. She was a life-long member of Christ Church, Bloomfield and an active member of Christ Church ACW. Her community spirit and generosity was exemplified in her many volunteer activities including Head Start and the Food Basket. She was always one to be involved in community events such as the Bloomfield Strawberry Festivals, organizing fundraising concerts, and any other events that needed a helping hand. Connie was an avid gardener regularly lending her expertise in arranging flowers and decorating for any and all events. Her varied interests also included a love of nature, music, reading, cooking and quilting, just to name a few. Connie was a loyal, proud, and loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend and will be dearly missed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Reid’s Funeral Home (506-832-5541), 1063 Main Street, Hampton, NB, where visitation will be held on Sunday, June 24th, 2018 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm. A Celebration of Connie’s Life will be held 2:00 pm Monday, June 25th 2018 at Christ Church Bloomfield. Donations in memory of Connie may be made to Christ Church Bloomfield or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Personal condolences to the family and memorial donations may be made through ReidsFH.com