Gwendolyn Streeter Konantz Rand

Gwendolyn Streeter Konantz Rand, 97, of Candler, NC, passed away Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Pisgah Manor.

Born December 25, 1926 in Sioux City, IA, Gwendolyn was a daughter of the late Beatrice Greer Streeter and James Monroe Streeter. She was also preceded in death by her first husband and father to their four children, Harold J. Konantz, second husband, Russell W. Rand, son, Ronald J. Konantz, half-brothers, Gile and Floyd Grooms, and a granddaughter, Teri Hill.

Mrs. Rand was a military wife and housewife. Her life was bigger than words alone can say, and we’ll forever feel her loss. We’ll see her reflection in the eyes of each other and our children as we strive to become better people every day
the same way she did, and in that, hopefully, we’ll find some peace and comfort from her loss.

She enjoyed being around people and never met a stranger. She was dearly loved by her family, friends and all who knew her. Her grandchildren provided her with so much love and joy, and she truly cherished every moment with them. She was the heart and soul of her family.

Surviving are her daughters, Susan Konantz Latta, Michelle “Mickie” Konantz Seligsohn (Howard), and Marty Konantz (Julio Mojita); daughter-in-law, Sue Konantz; 8 grandchildren, Pam Konantz, Leslie Konantz, Judy Rosochacki, Angela “Angie” Boyte (Tina Luketic), Lisa Myers (Frank), Tracy Grey (Mark), Kim Kinard (Bern) and Dena Frye; 8 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter, and 2 nieces and 2 nephews.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, September 1, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Francis Asbury United Methodist Church in Candler, NC.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Gwen Rand’s name to Francis Asbury United Methodist Church, 725 Asbury Rd., Candler, NC 28715.

Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue is assisting the family.