Celebration of Life for Metamora business owner Saturday

(METMORA, Ind.) – Community members are invited to a Celebration of Life for a beloved Metamora business owner this weekend.

Connie Ragle passed away at the age of 67 on October 18. 

She is best known as the owner of Grannie’s Cookie Jar & Ice Cream Parlor which opened in 1988.

Grannie’s Cookie Jars holds the Guinness World Record for the most cookie jars with more than 3,200 different ones inside the store.

Ragle was also heavily involved in programs such as Historic Metamora, the Lions Club, Merchants of Metamora, I Love Metamora and Haunted Village of Metamora. 

This past summer, she was instrumental during the August flood as she volunteered countless hours to assist the most vulnerable in the community. 

In 2025, Connie was honored with the Franklin County Impact Award, recognizing her extraordinary service and contributions to Franklin County, Indiana. 

The Celebration of Life will be held at the Metamora Opry Barn from 2-7 p.m. on Saturday, November 14. 

“Let's come together to remember Connie, share stories, and celebrate the memories she leaves behind. She will forever hold a special place in our hearts,” said community member Robin Murrell.