Connie Lynn Sample, 40 of Aurora, OH passed away April 4, 2010 at the Vitas Hospice in Winter Park, FL.Born May 22, 1969 in Willoughby, OH she was a lifelong area resident. Connie was a Travel Consultant for over 20 years with AAA in Independence, OH.Ms. Sample graduated from Chardon High School in 1987 and received an associate’s degree in travel management from Bryant and Stratton College. Connie loved to travel and spend time at the beach. She was active with her daughter in her Girl Scout Troop. She was a strong willed person who loved life and lived it to the fullest. Her greatest love was spending time with her friends and family, especially her children providing them with many life experiences and joy.She is survived by her parents: George and Patricia (nee: Hecker) Sample of Chardon. Her children Kayla and Bradley Whitcomb of Aurora, Brothers: Robert (Vicky) Sample of Southington, OH and Kelly Sample of ChardonNieces: Morgan and Rachael Sample of Southington, OHUncle: Allen (Liz) Hecker of Painesville, OHShe is preceded in death by her Paternal and maternal grandparents as well as aunts and uncles.Pastor John Dove of the Hambden Congregational Church will officiate services.Private family burial to take place.