Tribute Wall
Plant a tree in memory of Connie
An environmentally friendly option
Provide comfort for the family by sending flowers or planting a tree in memory of Connie Woebke.
Guaranteed hand delivery by a local florist
Loading...
T
Terry posted a condolence
Thursday, June 3, 2021
She was my favorite teacher. She was my 7th grade and 9th grade English teacher. She was my 9th grade teacher just before she got married. She held me after class and told me something that I have tried to do ever since she told me. It was nothing bad but something that has made me think more times than I can count. Thank you for keeping me after class and talking to me. I have thought about what you told me more times than I can count. Thank you so much for helping me throughout my life.
D
Dagmar Black donated to PEOPLE FOR PETS--MAGIC VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY INCORPORATED
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
My deepest sympathies to your family
Please wait
S
Sharon Meeks posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Connie -- the original fashionista! It was always a motivation to get to school at TFHS to see what Connie might be wearing and how her entire ensemble matched. She certainly brightened up B hall. I always liked hearing stories from my sister-in-law Dr. Lynn Meeks about the adventures at National English Teachers Conferences; they shared lots of good times. Connie is a great lady and will be missed by many.
Sharon Meeks
R
Ralf Youtz posted a condolence
Sunday, May 30, 2021
Mrs. Woebke showed me and my friends how important it is to share our hearts, and she helped us find our voices.
Today, I share my heart with every one of Connie's family members, friends, and students.
Love,
Ralf Youtz
A
Amy Ellsworth uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, May 30, 2021
/public-file/313/Ultra/b17bb074-562c-4491-9cc5-dcb3e92e2ff4.jpg
My beloved high school creative writing teacher, Connie Lytle Woebke, passed away this week. I happened to be in a classroom that day, teaching a lesson on poetry and reading poems. Some lovely bit of comfort in the poetic symmetry that feels true to our relationship; she had a way of reminding me of the power of moments and words to influence, create, and build relationships.
Mrs. Woebke gave me a place to be when I felt like a misfit. She would let me ditch gym class and hang with her to talk poetry and life. She taught me how to teach writing and gave me very desperately needed confidence when she let me lead AP Creative Writing class my senior year. She believed in me as a writer and made me believe in myself. She made each one of us believe we were better than we really were. She taught me to experiment with words and write fiercely and always encouraged me to be brave when I sought after the known. She taught me a way of looking at my work that deeply affected my world view through the instructive use of her red pen— she only underlined the good lines.
She was quirky and funny and liked things with a slant and a was a rare adult who wasn’t afraid to show their deeply nuanced-self to kids out of fear of judgement. She treated us like the adults we were becoming, not the kids we were, and I found her truly charming.
She gave me a book at graduation and the tender words she wrote to me and the message inside caught me at just the right moment years later. Sometimes saviors are words, written years before, sent in little pink envelopes to a future you who needs it so much more. She was, and is always, teaching me.
Because of her and the things that she taught me, when I am struggling to find my voice, because of the love of the words we shared, that love haunts me and I return to my desk to write, heal and find myself. And there I am, again and again, written on a page, just as she said I would be.
Amy Smack Ellsworth
C
Carrie Duke (Carlock) posted a condolence
Sunday, May 30, 2021
I remember her funky glasses she wore. I had her for creative writing. I looked forward to seeing what glasses she would wear each day.rip
D
Donell J. Short posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
My first memory of Mrs. Woebke was an informal class syllabus / forewarning - my recollection, it went a little bit something like this, ‘Hello, welcome to my class. My hope is that we learn from each other and the only bad writing is what you do not present to me. You will often hear me reminisce about everything Mrs. Dudley taught me regarding living, writing and dying. I miss her. <calmly stifling emotions with a turn of her head> (back to business) Most likely some of you have heard things about me - I am eccentric. I own numerous styles of eyeglasses <smiling, chin up> Yes, I do, sometimes I express my feelings through them. And yes, my husband is Mr. Woebke (glowing ginormous grin). And yes, I will loudly scream to restore order in my classroom.’ She was a 24/7 teacher, mentor and listener. Both Mrs. and Mr. Woebke busted my chops in the most polite of ways, they believed in me more than my parents
J
Judy Marlene Schroeder posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
I am so sorry about Connie's death. I taught with her at Stuart Jr. High and Twin Falls High School. She was funny, creative, and enjoyable to be with. I know her students loved her. My heart goes out to Herman and Connie's family. She will be greatly missed. Judy Schroeder
S
Scott Merrifield (Perkins) posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
I was incredibly fortunate to have Connie Woebke as my creative writing teacher for 2 years in high school. Were I to list the handful of people who shaped who I am today, she would be on that list.
Mrs. Woebke was a bright, energetic, eccentric, deeply passionate, committed, and caring educator.
And friend.
We never thought of her simply as our teacher.
She was our friend who taught us things.
And shared her love of the written word, and how we could all express who we were, how we felt, and where we were going, in simple, eloquent text,
and challenged us to strive, to search, and to refine our prose, and our view of the world around us, for the rest of our lives.
Every single time I write, I think of her.
I think of her kindness.
I think of her positivity.
I think of how she sincerely made us all feel that we were the greatest writers of our time
and that we would change the world with a pencil and a piece of paper.
And I'm thinking right now about how she would have me edit this post, which words she would suggest I cut or change, which lines I should reread and rearrange.
Which is exactly what I'm doing as I type this.
C
Carl Starry posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
It was just last week. I was explaining the uniqueness of Connie to my wife and kids. My daughter was sharing some poetry and couldn’t help but remember my time in creative writing. Her positive spirit and confident creative silliness helped someone like me, and many others, embrace their own unique personality. She was a great influence on me and I will always be grateful.
J
Juli Hall posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
What a beautiful soul! She was such a dear mentor to me as I entered the world of TFSD English/Language Arts. Herman, I am so sorry, and I hope you feel my prayers for peace. I thoroughly enjoyed our chance meetings in restaurants even after your retirements. It was always such a joy to chat with you both.
S
Sue Stokesberry posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
I so enjoyed Connie! We would sit together at the Lytle parties & visit & share a lot of laughter!! I loved her quirky glasses, gorgeous nails & fun outfits! She was a lot of fun! ❤️
K
Kari and Tug posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 29, 2021
//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/v2/heart.png
Connie was a very special person and we will miss her ❤️
Kari and Tug Worst
K
Kristen Call Smith posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 29, 2021
//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/Balloons.png
This is sad. I loved this woman. She taught me the power of words. To this day I still make lists of unrelated words and try to write something poignant using them all. So many journal entries are nothing but these writings.
I found myself out shopping with her on more than one occasion - she insisted I was the same size as her dear Mother so I tried on a few outfits for her! And to say she loved to shop, well, shopping was an art form for her!!! She could have won an Olympic event for shopping if there had ever been one! Lol
She made me laugh! Mrs Woebke had a way of expressing herself that was fresh, fashionable, fierce and free. She was one of those powerhouse women that could engage literally ANYONE in conversation and make them feel more alive than ever! Not one to hold back her point of view, I think I learned more from her in casual conversation than anyone else, ever! This very moment I have a huge smile on my face just thinking of the short time we shared. Now THAT is a legacy!
Instead of goodbye, I will say "Cheers to you Mrs Woebke!" I look forward to more delightful conversation with you while we engage in retail therapy together in that great galleria in the sky!!
Much love to the family.
Kristen Call Smith
Twin Falls class of 1989
#tfhs1989 #ktenloveswords
T
Trent LaMarche. Class of 92 posted a condolence
Saturday, May 29, 2021
Mrs Connie Woebke was a remarkable teacher and life mentor. I was lucky to have her for 3 years between her English and Creative Writing classes and her literary magazine class "The Weather Within" She allowed me to come out of my shy shell and become confident and recognize my self worth. I visited her often at TFHS even after graduating and shared my writings. She will always be known to me and all "The Weather Within" alumni as a great mentor and molder of talent in our lives . She will be missed by all. Her Weather Within is now just clear blue skies. We will always remember her
E
Erica Hernandez lit a candle
Saturday, May 29, 2021
//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/Candle7.png
Mrs. Woebke was the greatest teacher I ever had!! My senior year was extremely difficult because my two best friends suddenly passed away. She helped get my thoughts out by writing them down in my Creative writing class. Her guidance helped me to get through a difficult time and helped me keep going. She was truly one of the best and I will never forget her.
M
Michael Cooper lit a candle
Saturday, May 29, 2021
//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/Candle7.png
Such a wonderful teacher and person.
C
The family of Connie Lytle Woebke uploaded a photo
Friday, May 28, 2021
/tribute-images/6298/Ultra/Connie-Woebke.jpg
Please wait
Have a Question?
Email*:
Name*:
Message*:
Please enter the numbers and letters you see in the image. Note that the case of the letters entered matters.*:
There are some invalid fields.
Please wait...
Message has been successfully sent.
