Konetta Canfield

Konetta Canfield, age 85, passed peacefully on April 5, 2025 surrounded by her beloved children.

Memorial service will be at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at Boxwell Brothers Ivy Chapel, 2800 Paramount. Interment will be private. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.

Konetta was born on November 29, 1939, to Christine and William Anthony Gallup II. Due to her mother's health challenges, she was lovingly entrusted to Leonard “Dunkie Bee” and Floss McClanahan, who happily raised her in the most loving home. Konetta cherished her upbringing with them and shared a close bond with her brother, Butch, who grew up alongside their father, William. She took immense pride in her brother and treasured the childhood visits they shared.

A woman of deep faith, Konetta had an unwavering love for the Lord. She fondly remembered the day she stood before her church alongside her grandmother, Conetta, and her mother, Floss, during her dedication to God at First Assembly of God Church, under the direction of Brother Ralph Foster. Throughout her life, she felt blessed by God's guidance and grace. Konetta actively volunteered at her church, where she sang in the choir and shared her passion for music and faith with her community. Her contributions enriched the lives of many and reflected her commitment to serving others.

At the age of six, Konetta began piano lessons with her best friend, Raylene. They sang when they were little and phaned embarrassment but were happy to be on stage. Their friendship blossomed into a sisterly bond, and the two were inseparable. Mary and Grover Mason, Raylene's parents, embraced Konetta as one of their own, providing her with love and support.

Konetta pursued her passion for music, taking voice lessons for four years and earning several awards for her singing talent. One amusing anecdote she often shared was about a singing contest where the judge had to take away the microphone, as her voice was powerful enough to carry without it. She and Raylene frequently sang together, filling their lives with music.

In 1958, Konetta proudly graduated from Palo Duro High School and cherished the monthly luncheons she shared with her classmates in the years that followed. Shortly after graduation, she went on a double date where she met Charles Canfield. Her friend Jane remarked that Charles was smitten from the very start. They were married by Brother Ralph Foster on July 5, 1959, at the First Assembly of God Church. They moved to California, where they soon welcomed their first daughter, Robin. The family later relocated to Roswell, NM, where they joyfully expanded their family with the additions of Chuck and Brian. Years later, they were blessed with a delightful surprise, their daughter Summer Ann. Konetta took immense pride in her children and their accomplishments, often sharing stories about them with anyone she met.

After Summer’s arrival, Konetta began babysitting for friends in need of childcare, embracing the opportunity to care for many children who affectionately called her “Netta.” One of her cherished memories from this time was inspiring a family to start attending church through her heartfelt teachings about the Lord.

She was later blessed with the title of Nana, Konetta's pride in her grandchildren was boundless. She delighted in singing songs, hosting tea parties, and creating beautiful, delicious birthday cakes. She cherished every moment spent watching them swim, taking them on adventures to the mall and dollar store, and showering them with unconditional love.

Eventually, Konetta moved to Arizona, where she transitioned from babysitting to working for the State. She found great fulfillment in this role and often shared stories about her experiences and the incredible people she met along the way.

Later, she returned to Amarillo and embraced her new role as great Nana. Her great-grandchildren, and the triplets, held a special place in her heart. She loved sharing their milestones and adventures with her cherished friends, the “Palo Duro Girls,” during their many luncheons. She was a member at Quail Creek Baptist and fulfilled many roles to serve the Lord through her work at the church.

Konetta is preceded in death by her parents, her brother, her husband, and many beloved cousins, aunts, uncles, and family friemds. She is survived by her children: Robin Canfield of Amarillo, Chuck Canfield of Tomball, Brian and Christi Canfield of Amarillo, and Summer Canfield and Melissa Williams of San Diego. She leaves behind a legacy of love in her grandchildren: Kyleen, Colby, Ashley, Larry, Joey, Renee, Michael, Georgia, Nizhoni, Charles, and Lacey, as well as her great-grandchildren: Conner, Kaiden, Kendall, Nathan, and Emery.