Connie A. Drenker
September 4, 1952 - September 21, 2016
Connie Drenker, treasured wife, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and light in our lives, passed away of natural causes on Wednesday, September 21, 2016.
Connie was born September 4, 1952, in Twin Falls, Idaho, to James R. and Gertrude (Vogel) Barnhart. She graduated from Twin Falls High School in 1970 and attended the University of Utah where she received a degree in Physical Therapy. Following graduation, she worked at University Hospital at the University of Utah, where she spent most of her career.
She married Jeffrey Drenker on August 14, 1976. Over the past 40 years they enjoyed skiing, hiking, and fishing together.
Connie loved the outdoors, experimenting in the kitchen, gardening with her very green thumb, travelling to tennis tournaments with Jeff, and sharing and celebrating special moments with her family and friends. She embraced life and the glorious creations of God. She was devoted to her Christianity, enjoyed time with her prayer groups, and never missed an opportunity to venture into the mountains with friends. From work to church to volunteer activities, she found many lifelong friends who could always count on Connie to be their cheerleader, their support system, and to surround them with love.
She was a truly giving person, a faithful and devoted wife, and always put the interests of family and friends above her own.
Connie is survived by her husband Jeff Drenker, of Salt Lake City; her mother Gertrude (Toots) Barnhart of Salt Lake City; brother James (Dorene) Barnhart of Penn Valley, California; brother Bill (Cathy) Barnhart of Salt Lake City; niece Lisa (Mike) Fox of Charlotte, North Carolina; niece Wendy (Kevin) Terrien of Denver, Colorado; nephew Billy (Martina) Barnhart of Redondo Beach, California; niece Amy (CJ) Robandt of Becket, Massachusetts; and nephew Mike Robandt of Salt Lake City.
A memorial service to celebrate Connie's life will be held on Monday, September 26, 2016, at 12:00 PM, at Calvary Baptist Church, 1090 South State Street, Salt Lake City. All are welcome.
In Loving Memory
Connie hired me at the University of Utah and she was an amazing boss, person but more importantly a great friend. I'll miss you Connie! My thoughts and prayers go out to Jeff and the rest of her family.
Kelly Gibson
Taylorsville, Ut
We are so saddened by Connie's passing so young. We will miss her being your cheerleader at tennis events. She is a sweet and kind woman, and I always felt better in her presence. Her energy was giving, and reflected her values. We hope to keep you playing with us. Your tennis community is there for you. Carla and Harrison
Carla Stoddard
Salt Lake City, Ut
Connie's warm and faithful spirit will brighten heaven just as it has brightened the lives of those blessed to have known her.
Joyce Jaixen
Lincoln, NE
Jeff, we are so sorry to hear of Connie's death and am very saddened. I worked with Connie for many years, was in a prayer group with her for over 10 years, and was friends with her. She was a dear friend! She will be greatly missed!
Debby Mylar
SLC, UT