Bakken, Constance Lorraine of New Brighton, MN, was born on October 15th, 1923 and passed away on December 27th, 2021 of natural causes at the age of 98 with family by her side. Connie was preceded in death by her mother Gertrude Olson, father Harold Olson, sister Elaine Hermundslie, former husband Earl Bakken and granddaughter Whitney Watson. She is survived by children, Wendy (Warren) Watson, Jeff Bakken (Linda Shaw), Brad (Mary) Bakken and Pam (Jeff) Petersmeyer; 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Connie was an amazing person! She will be greatly missed by so many who were blessed to know and love her. The family is especially and deeply grateful for the care & love Connie received from Brittany Porter and Sarah McKenzie. Full notice to follow. Washburn-McReavy.com Northeast Chapel 612-781-6828