A 20-year battle with breast cancer ended with the passing of Cindy Bridges on November 11, 2016 at her home surrounded by family and friends. Cindy was born on January 7, 1952, to Vivian Hovatter and Joseph W. Hovatter, both deceased. Cindy is survived by her husband, David, of 39 years of marriage; daughter, Krista DeSocio and son-in-law, Mike DeSocio of Knoxville, TN; sister, Pam Michelson and husband Dr. Barry Michelson and niece, Sydney Michelson, all from Knoxville, TN; her aunt, Sandra Kirtley of Roanoke Va.; and her uncle, Robert Dorsey of Keyser, WVa.
Cindy’s philanthropic efforts were felt by so many in and around her community. Knowing first-hand the struggles one goes through after surgery, she began sewing small pillows and taking them back to Georgetown Hospital to pass out to other patients going through surgery. Cindy was an amazing supporter of the Relay for Life after her original diagnosis of breast cancer. After her recovery, she spent the next nine years organizing teams and participating in the events that raised over $65,000 for cancer research. Cindy would also volunteer her time at the oncology unit at her local hospital.
Only nine years later, Cindy suffered a stroke. She may have been left without a voice, but it did not dampen her spirits. Raised by a strong woman, self-pity was not allowed in our family, and her will to not only survive but thrive grew even stronger. Cindy turned her struggle into a positive by volunteering at the Romney School for the Deaf and Blind. Daily, she would visit the school to work with the children making arts and crafts. The stroke may have taken her voice, but everyone could hear the great joy in her heart.
Cindy was thankful for everyday of life. She enjoyed listening to a cat’s purr or a bird singing, smelling the fragrance of a flower, or enjoying a sled ride down a hill, but most importantly, spending time with friends and making new ones. Her charisma was infectious, her optimistic outlook would draw people in, and anyone who met Cindy immediately made a connection. She had a way of making everyone feel important and loved. She never missed a birthday or holiday; if you were Cindy’s friend you would be showered with personalized, handmade greeting cards.
Scrapbooking became even more of a passion after her stroke. Taking pictures of every outings and every adventure became her way of communicating. Cindy was known across the tri-state area for her passion of scrapbooking. Cindy was a graduate of Fort Hill High School, Class of 1970.
Cindy’s wish was to be cremated and her ashes to be returned to the earth, scattered in the wind, and so it will be. Anyone who knew Cindy would agree, she was an angel on earth.
Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday November 14, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 4 p.m.
At Cindy’s request, a picnic dinner will be served at her beloved church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist, 128 Wesley Chapel Drive, Ridgeley, West Virginia. Her desire was for those who cared to wear comfort clothes of jeans and favorite sweatshirt which was her favorite attire.
Flowers are always appreciated, but if you prefer, a donation can be made to her church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist or to Allegany County Animal Shelter, 716 Furnace Street, Cumberland, MD 21502, in Cindy’s name.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.
Cindy’s philanthropic efforts were felt by so many in and around her community. Knowing first-hand the struggles one goes through after surgery, she began sewing small pillows and taking them back to Georgetown Hospital to pass out to other patients going through surgery. Cindy was an amazing supporter of the Relay for Life after her original diagnosis of breast cancer. After her recovery, she spent the next nine years organizing teams and participating in the events that raised over $65,000 for cancer research. Cindy would also volunteer her time at the oncology unit at her local hospital.
Only nine years later, Cindy suffered a stroke. She may have been left without a voice, but it did not dampen her spirits. Raised by a strong woman, self-pity was not allowed in our family, and her will to not only survive but thrive grew even stronger. Cindy turned her struggle into a positive by volunteering at the Romney School for the Deaf and Blind. Daily, she would visit the school to work with the children making arts and crafts. The stroke may have taken her voice, but everyone could hear the great joy in her heart.
Cindy was thankful for everyday of life. She enjoyed listening to a cat’s purr or a bird singing, smelling the fragrance of a flower, or enjoying a sled ride down a hill, but most importantly, spending time with friends and making new ones. Her charisma was infectious, her optimistic outlook would draw people in, and anyone who met Cindy immediately made a connection. She had a way of making everyone feel important and loved. She never missed a birthday or holiday; if you were Cindy’s friend you would be showered with personalized, handmade greeting cards.
Scrapbooking became even more of a passion after her stroke. Taking pictures of every outings and every adventure became her way of communicating. Cindy was known across the tri-state area for her passion of scrapbooking. Cindy was a graduate of Fort Hill High School, Class of 1970.
Cindy’s wish was to be cremated and her ashes to be returned to the earth, scattered in the wind, and so it will be. Anyone who knew Cindy would agree, she was an angel on earth.
Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday November 14, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 4 p.m.
At Cindy’s request, a picnic dinner will be served at her beloved church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist, 128 Wesley Chapel Drive, Ridgeley, West Virginia. Her desire was for those who cared to wear comfort clothes of jeans and favorite sweatshirt which was her favorite attire.
Flowers are always appreciated, but if you prefer, a donation can be made to her church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist or to Allegany County Animal Shelter, 716 Furnace Street, Cumberland, MD 21502, in Cindy’s name.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.
A 20-year battle with breast cancer ended with the passing of Cindy Bridges on November 11, 2016 at her home surrounded by family and friends. Cindy was born on January 7, 1952, to Vivian Hovatter and Joseph W. Hovatter, both deceased. Cindy is survived by her husband, David, of 39 years of marriage; daughter, Krista DeSocio and son-in-law, Mike DeSocio of Knoxville, TN; sister, Pam Michelson and husband Dr. Barry Michelson and niece, Sydney Michelson, all from Knoxville, TN; her aunt, Sandra Kirtley of Roanoke Va.; and her uncle, Robert Dorsey of Keyser, WVa.
Cindy’s philanthropic efforts were felt by so many in and around her community. Knowing first-hand the struggles one goes through after surgery, she began sewing small pillows and taking them back to Georgetown Hospital to pass out to other patients going through surgery. Cindy was an amazing supporter of the Relay for Life after her original diagnosis of breast cancer. After her recovery, she spent the next nine years organizing teams and participating in the events that raised over $65,000 for cancer research. Cindy would also volunteer her time at the oncology unit at her local hospital.
Only nine years later, Cindy suffered a stroke. She may have been left without a voice, but it did not dampen her spirits. Raised by a strong woman, self-pity was not allowed in our family, and her will to not only survive but thrive grew even stronger. Cindy turned her struggle into a positive by volunteering at the Romney School for the Deaf and Blind. Daily, she would visit the school to work with the children making arts and crafts. The stroke may have taken her voice, but everyone could hear the great joy in her heart.
Cindy was thankful for everyday of life. She enjoyed listening to a cat’s purr or a bird singing, smelling the fragrance of a flower, or enjoying a sled ride down a hill, but most importantly, spending time with friends and making new ones. Her charisma was infectious, her optimistic outlook would draw people in, and anyone who met Cindy immediately made a connection. She had a way of making everyone feel important and loved. She never missed a birthday or holiday; if you were Cindy’s friend you would be showered with personalized, handmade greeting cards.
Scrapbooking became even more of a passion after her stroke. Taking pictures of every outings and every adventure became her way of communicating. Cindy was known across the tri-state area for her passion of scrapbooking. Cindy was a graduate of Fort Hill High School, Class of 1970.
Cindy’s wish was to be cremated and her ashes to be returned to the earth, scattered in the wind, and so it will be. Anyone who knew Cindy would agree, she was an angel on earth.
Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday November 14, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 4 p.m.
At Cindy’s request, a picnic dinner will be served at her beloved church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist, 128 Wesley Chapel Drive, Ridgeley, West Virginia. Her desire was for those who cared to wear comfort clothes of jeans and favorite sweatshirt which was her favorite attire.
Flowers are always appreciated, but if you prefer, a donation can be made to her church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist or to Allegany County Animal Shelter, 716 Furnace Street, Cumberland, MD 21502, in Cindy’s name.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.
Cindy’s philanthropic efforts were felt by so many in and around her community. Knowing first-hand the struggles one goes through after surgery, she began sewing small pillows and taking them back to Georgetown Hospital to pass out to other patients going through surgery. Cindy was an amazing supporter of the Relay for Life after her original diagnosis of breast cancer. After her recovery, she spent the next nine years organizing teams and participating in the events that raised over $65,000 for cancer research. Cindy would also volunteer her time at the oncology unit at her local hospital.
Only nine years later, Cindy suffered a stroke. She may have been left without a voice, but it did not dampen her spirits. Raised by a strong woman, self-pity was not allowed in our family, and her will to not only survive but thrive grew even stronger. Cindy turned her struggle into a positive by volunteering at the Romney School for the Deaf and Blind. Daily, she would visit the school to work with the children making arts and crafts. The stroke may have taken her voice, but everyone could hear the great joy in her heart.
Cindy was thankful for everyday of life. She enjoyed listening to a cat’s purr or a bird singing, smelling the fragrance of a flower, or enjoying a sled ride down a hill, but most importantly, spending time with friends and making new ones. Her charisma was infectious, her optimistic outlook would draw people in, and anyone who met Cindy immediately made a connection. She had a way of making everyone feel important and loved. She never missed a birthday or holiday; if you were Cindy’s friend you would be showered with personalized, handmade greeting cards.
Scrapbooking became even more of a passion after her stroke. Taking pictures of every outings and every adventure became her way of communicating. Cindy was known across the tri-state area for her passion of scrapbooking. Cindy was a graduate of Fort Hill High School, Class of 1970.
Cindy’s wish was to be cremated and her ashes to be returned to the earth, scattered in the wind, and so it will be. Anyone who knew Cindy would agree, she was an angel on earth.
Friends will be received at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday November 14, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at the Scarpelli Funeral Home, P.A., 108 Virginia Ave., Cumberland, on Monday, November 14, 2016, at 4 p.m.
At Cindy’s request, a picnic dinner will be served at her beloved church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist, 128 Wesley Chapel Drive, Ridgeley, West Virginia. Her desire was for those who cared to wear comfort clothes of jeans and favorite sweatshirt which was her favorite attire.
Flowers are always appreciated, but if you prefer, a donation can be made to her church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist or to Allegany County Animal Shelter, 716 Furnace Street, Cumberland, MD 21502, in Cindy’s name.
Condolences for the family may be left at www.ScarpelliFH.com.
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