Connie Lou Gardner, 85, of Toledo, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024 at Brooklyn Community Estate under the care of Essence of Life Hospice. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, January 11, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Living Faith United Methodist Church in Tama with Pastor Clint Anderson officiating. Following a luncheon at the church, interment will be at 3:00 PM at Sorden Cemetery in rural Webster, Iowa. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 11, 2024 from 9:30 until the time of service at the church. Memorials may be directed to Living Faith United Methodist Church in Tama or Essence of Life Hospice, 606 39^th Avenue, Amana, IA 52203. Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home, Tama-Toledo, is assisting the family with arrangements.