Connie Bird, 90, of Byron, MN passed away on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Madonna Summit in Byron, MN.

Connie was born on November 26, 1930, in Kenyon, Goodhue Co, MN to Alfred Johannes and Margaret Schei.  She met Richard Bird at the Pla Mor Ballroom where they enjoyed dancing.  She knew when she first met him that she was going to marry him.  They were married on June 21, 1950 in Rochester.

Connie worked at the Mayo Clinic for 25 years and raised their four children on the family farm.  She enjoyed being outside in the summer and visiting with neighbors, friends and family. She enjoyed getting together with her girlfriends for card games.  Anyone who knew Connie, knew how much she enjoyed going to the Casino.  Connie was active at Christ Lutheran Church in Byron helping with events and getting newsletters put together.

Connie is survived by her four Children; Terry Bird (Julie) of Byron, Rick Bird (Ja-Neen) of Casa Grande, AZ, Cheryl Schaefer (Gary) of Byron, Tracy Winslow (Chuck Hickey) of Rochester; 9 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.  She is proceeded in death by her husband and a brother.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 am, Wednesday, May 26, 2021 at Christ Lutheran Church in Byron, MN. Visitation will be held from 5:00 – 7:00 pm on Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Byron Funeral Home – 1620 Voll Drive SW in Byron.  Visitation at the church will be held one hour prior to the service.

Memorials are suggested to Seasons Hospice and Christ Lutheran Church.

Special thank you to Seasons Hospice and Madonna Summit for all the wonderful care Connie was given.

Online condolences are welcome at www.byronfuneralhome.com.