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Obituary of Cynthia Lynn Reed
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Herkimer - Cynthia (Cindy) Lynn Reed, 57, died suddenly on Friday, September 8, 2023 at her home in Herkimer.
She was born in Ilion on February 8, 1966. She was predeceased by her mother and step-father, Marion and Burton Lawrence and by her brother, David Irving.
She attended school at BOCES and prior to her retirement, worked at Herkimer Industries. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Ilion. Cindy will be remembered for her love of music, sense of humor, her smiles and waves.
She is survived by a sister, Jane and her husband, Gerald Gochenour of Strasburg, VA; sister in law, Sandra Irving of Santa Clara, CA and a brother, James Irving and his wife, Shuli of Sunnyvale, CA.
Cindy will be missed by her many loving and devoted caregivers at ARC, Herkimer and her longtime housemates, Grace, Nova, Phyllis, Sherry and Sue.
Her family, friends and caregivers will celebrate her life with shared memories and stories. Burial will be held privately at Armory Hill Cemetery in Ilion. Arrangements are under the direction of the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home, 100 Otsego St. Ilion, NY 13357.
Anyone wishing to honor Cindy may consider a donation in her memory to ARC Herkimer, 350 S. Washington St. Herkimer, NY 13350.
To leave condolences for Cindy's family, please visit www.whiter-hendrix.com
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