Carolyn J. Conner age 74 of Leesburg passed away peacefully January 19,2019 under the care of Hospice.  Carolyn was born in Lutz, Fl. and has lived in Lake and Sumter counties for the past 60 years. She was active as an owner and waitress in the restaurant business for over 50 years. Carolyn's favorite hobbies included cooking, gardening and antique collecting.

Carolyn is survived by her son, Tony W. Stephens, three daughters Vicky Garcia, Sheila Cotton and Donna (Dommie) Veasey, three step-sons Robert and Ernie Mitchem and Terry Lee Conner, two step-daughters, Calaya Jones and Teffannie Bailey. Carolyn also has 20 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.