1950-2026
Connie Dickinson, beloved wife, mother, and friend, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on September 13, 1950, in Hutchinson, Kansas, she lived a life full of laughter, love, and an unmistakable zest for life that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Connie could often be found out and about with friends and family — singing, dancing, joking, and filling every room with warmth and laughter. Her playful spirit and quick wit were hallmarks of who she was. Those who knew her well, knew never to expect a dull moment when Connie was around; she was always the best partner in crime, always in on the joke.
Her love for animals was as genuine as her love for people, and her four-legged companions were cherished members of the family. Over the years, Connie gave her time and talents to a variety of endeavors — including her work at Bank of Kansas, Russ Lyon Realty, and Windy City Management — as well as deeply meaningful volunteer work with hospice, a testament to her compassionate heart and desire to serve others.
At the center of Connie's world was her adoring husband, Roger. It was not unusual to see the two of them together — smiling, laughing, sharing a loving glance, or simply holding hands. Theirs was one of those rare and beautiful partnerships that reminded everyone around them what true love looks like.
When Connie married Roger, she gained not only a devoted husband, but a daughter, Lori, who gave Connie one of her greatest joys: the privilege of being a doting grandmother.
And then there was Chris. Christine Swann was not just Connie's daughter — she was the other great love of her life, her heart, and her whole world. The apple did not fall far from the tree. Christine inherited her mother's fierce devotion to friends and family, her gift for laughter, and that unmistakable spark that draws people in and makes them feel at home. Watching the two of them together was witnessing a bond built not just on love, but on genuine delight in one another. Connie's legacy of joy, warmth, and laughter lives on in her daughter Christine — and that is one of the greatest gifts she leaves behind.
Connie is also survived by her younger sister, Renee King, a cherished and constant presence in her life. The two shared a bond that only sisters can truly understand — a relationship built over a lifetime of joy, grace, and laughter. In Renee, Connie found not just a sister, but a kindred spirit and a forever friend.
Connie (Burton) Dickinson is survived by: her daughters, Christine Swann of Dallas, TX, Lori Dickinson of Newton, KS, and Jayme Phillips of Lyons, KS; nine grandchildren; her sister, Renee King (Jim) of Liberty, MO; brother-in-law, Jerry Dickinson (Kathy) of Hutchinson; and sisters-in-law, Karen Pitzer (Ken) of Rose Hill, Irene Dickinson (Jim) of Hutchinson, Bonnie Swenson of Moundridge, Judy and Jane Dickinson of Wichita, and Noelle Jost (Craig) of Hillsboro, KS. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews whom she thoroughly enjoyed.
Connie was preceded in death by: her beloved husband, Roger, the love of her life; her parents, Kenneth and Nadine Burton; her parents-in-law, Glen and Esther Dickinson; brothers-in-law, Jim and Craig Dickinson; and nephew, Joshua Dickinson.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at First Congregational Church, 3410 N. Plum, Hutchinson, Kansas, with a meet-and-greet beginning at 10:00 a.m. and the service at 11:00 a.m. The service will be livestreamed on the church's website: https://firstcongregationalhutch.org/live-stream/
Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday at Elliott Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to Hospice of Reno County or First Congregational Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501 — or simply asks that you take a moment to dance, share a laugh, and hold the ones you love a little closer, just as Connie always did.
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