Deidra Nicole Conner
January 14, 1985 ~ September 15, 2016
Deidra Nicole Conner, 31, Mooresville, passed away September 15, 2016. Deidra was born January 14, 1985, in Beech Grove, to the late Donald Conner and Christie (Kriese) Conner, who survives.
A brave and strong person, Deidra battled many health issues during her 31 years, including a heart transplant at 16. She attended Neil Armstrong Elementary, Paul Hadley Middle School and graduated from Mooresville High School in 2004. She worked at the airport for a period of time, but really enjoyed working at a local daycare. Deidra loved children, was an accomplished photographer, swimming in the lake on the family property, and riding around on the golf cart. She had a great sense of humor, and despite all of her own challenges, she was a master at making other people feel better. Although Deidra’s 31 years were all too brief, she leaves a lasting impact on her loving family and many friends.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by grandfather, Ronald Conner.
Survivors include her mother and step-father, Christie Conner and David Sexton of Mooresville; brother, Christopher Davis of Plainfield; sisters, Ashley Davis of Mooresville and Abby Conner of Indianapolis; maternal grandparents, Jacquelyn and Steven Hunt of Mooresville; paternal grandmothers, Linda Conner of Indianapolis and Pat Wolf of Florida; boyfriend, Matt Lessman; a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Friends and family will gather to celebrate the life of Deidra Conner on Monday, September 19, 2016, 4 to 8 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 20, 2016, in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Riley Hospital for Children. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory, view Deidra’s Life Story video, or to sign the online guest registry.
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Oh DeeDee I am so beyond sad to hear of your passing. We’ve known each other for a very longtime starting in early elementary years..you’ve always had such a kind and loving soul. Your passing tho very disheartening, I am sure is somewhat of a hidden blessing. I am So sorry, to your family and your closest of friends, please know that You will be missed. RIP.
We went to school together and you always had the way About you that made everyone Smile. We will Miss You so much . Rest in Heaven
It’s so shocking to hear someone so young pass, but even more when you know who the person is… I didn’t know you well, but I do remember you and have high school memories with you in them. I’m so sorry, thoughts and prayers to all her family and friends!
I am so sorry to hear the news so young such sadden news my heart and my prayers are with may God guide you thou your. Saddened very sorry for your loss
So many amazing memories that I will never forget. This is heartbreaking :'( Praying for your beautiful family, DeDe. You are finally free!
Dear Family: We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Deidra’s passing. The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220. If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings. We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends. The Compassionate Friends Central Indiana Chapter (317) 250-0351 (Jodie) http://www.tcfcentralindiana.org http://www.compassionatefriends.org larry.gardner@tcfcentralindiana.org
I’m still in shock. I’m glad I got to talk to you and hang out with you within the last year Dee. Its just so heartbreaking. you are whole and healthy now. May you rest easy now deidra.
I still can’t believe you’re gone!! I just talked to you!!
I’m so sorry to hear of your passing away so young. We had lots of classes together at middle school and high school. You were a Beautiful person inside and out. God Bless you rest in Heaven with Jesus. Also my condolences to your family.
I’m very sorry for your loss. The Bible camp provide much-needed comfort at this difficult time. John 5:28, 29 says, “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life. “