Constance Genevieve Penton

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Constance “Connie” Genevieve Barkemeyer Penton, who passed away peacefully on November 7, 2026, at the age of 81, surrounded by her loving family.

Born and raised in New Orleans, Connie attended Holy Angels and carried a lifelong love for the city and its rich traditions. She was proud of her New Orleans roots, which remained an important part of who she was throughout her life.

Connie was a woman of remarkable strength, determination, and conviction. She was strong-willed, fiercely independent, and never afraid to speak her mind. She had a passion for local politics and was actively involved in her community, always standing up for the people and causes she believed in.

Above all, Connie loved her family dearly. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were her greatest pride and joy. She was a devoted mother whose love and dedication to her family knew no bounds.

Connie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jimmie Penton; her mother, Jean Kelly; her father, Herman Barkemeyer; and her brother, Donald "Bucks" Barkemeyer.

She is survived by her five loving children and their spouses: Pamela Meade (James), Robin Peeler (Mark), Michael Penton (Christy), Melissa Andrus (Jordan), and Jennifer Lorino (Dave). She also leaves behind her siblings, Gary Barkemeyer, Peggy Chanove, and Dennis Barkemeyer; 19 cherished grandchildren; and 10 precious great-grandchildren.

Those who knew Connie will remember her strength, her spirited personality, her unwavering convictions, her love of New Orleans, and most of all, the tremendous love she had for her family.

She leaves behind a lifetime of memories and a legacy of love that will continue through the generations. While her absence leaves an immeasurable void, her family takes comfort in the many memories they shared and the love that will forever remain.

The family would also like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the Foundations Hospice and to her devoted caregiver, Paige, for the compassion, kindness, and loving care they provided to Connie. Their dedication and support brought comfort to Connie and her family during a difficult time, and for that, they will always be grateful.

Connie was one of a kind, deeply loved, and will be forever missed.

Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation followed by a memorial service at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd. West, Slidell, LA. on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. until service time at 11:00A.M.

A private interment will be held in the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.