"Connie" age 80 of Epsom, NH passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer on July 11, 2026.

Born on September 22, 1945 in Manchester, NH, she was predeceased by her parents Roland Tong, Edna Desjardin Tong and her sister Joyce Wiatroski.

Connie attended the Manchester school system then earned her associates degree in education. She was a beloved kindergarten teacher in Londonderry, NH until her retirement in 1999.

She dedicated her life to her family, pouring endless love into her role as wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Herve Brien, her son Mark Brien and his wife Daniella Bove Brien, her daughter Kelly Halstead and her husband Paul Halstead, 7 grandchildren and 2 great granddaughters along with several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services are pending and will be shared once finalized. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the New Hampshire SPCA online at nhspca.com to honor her deep love for animals.

Assisting with arrangements is the Cremation Society of New Hampshire, Boscawen. To view Connie’s online tribute, send condolences to their family, or for more information, visit www.csnh.com