Connie Orebaugh Martz, 76 of Glen Allen, VA, transitioned into eternal life February 1, 2022, at VCU Medical Center.  She was born March 13, 1945, in Rockingham County, VA and was the daughter of the late Reuben F. and Ruth S. Orebaugh.

On August 24, 1968, she married Bill Martz who preceded her in death August 29, 2001.

Connie was a passionate teacher of history and loved being in the front of her classroom.  In 1992, she retired after 25 years, as an educator, from Patrick Henry High School in Ashland, VA.  She loved baseball, her Sunday School class, politics, a good book, a cup of black coffee and her home.  She cherished her friends.  Her greatest accomplishment was her daughter.

Connie demonstrated her strong faith in God, as she handled life's challenges with a positive outlook.  She would encourage others with her uplifting spirit and words of inspiration. She allowed her spiritual light to shine for all those who crossed her path.

Connie is survived by her loving daughter, Amy Ruth Carsley, and her favorite son-in-law, Gerald; two sweet grandchildren, Logan and Landry; and brother Mack Orebaugh.  She is also survived by brother-in-law Donnie Martz and wife Nancy, sister-in-laws June Simmers and Sandy Koziel and husband Bob.

Viewing and signing of guest book will be held at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway, Saturday, February 5 th from 10:00 am- 7:00 pm. The funeral service will be at Trinity United Church of Christ in Timberville, Sunday, February 6 th at 2:00pm.  The family will receive friends between 1:00pm and 2:00pm at the church.  Burial will be immediately following (Timberville Cemetery).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hunton Baptist Church, Glen Allen, VA, Trinity United Church of Christ, Timberville, VA or Wounded Warriors.