PIGFORD
Cynthia Ann “Cindy” Pigford, 59, of Sparta, IL; born February 18, 1964 to the late Norman and Marie (Korando) Poenitske; passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.
Cindy worked as a LPN at different long term care facilities in Freeburg, Belleville and Columbia. Her last job was as a Supervisor in Cape Albeon Assisted Living in Valley Park, MO. Cindy loved working in geriatrics because the elderly brought her so much joy. The grandchildren were the highlight of Cindy’s life. She loved to spoil them because when they were happy, it made Cindy happy. Some of her favorite hobbies were planting flowers in the yard and decorating the front porch for every holiday.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband – Tom Pigford of Sparta, IL to whom she married November 7, 2009 in Sparta, IL; one son – Lance Phelps of Waterloo, IL; two grandchildren – William Norman Phelps and Teagan Elizabeth Phelps; two stepsons – Nathan (Jenni Bornick) Pigford of Franklin, TN and Ryan (Stephanie) Pigford of Owensboro, KY; eight step grandchildren – Aidan Pigford, Hunter Pigford; Isaiah Pigford Jonathan Pigford, Otis Pigford, Augustus Reed, Thatcher Reed, Clementine Reed; three brothers – Gerald (Kathy) Poenitske of Walsh, IL, Gary Poenitske of Steeleville, IL, and John Poenitske of Percy, IL; two sisters – Donna (Dennis) Schilling of Taylorville, IL and Tammy (Brad) Hayes of Edinburg, IL; other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters – Ruth Ederer and June Runge; nephew – Michael Poenitske; niece – Darla Ederer; great niece – Lydia Long.
Condolences may be left online for the family at www.heilschuessler.com.
Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or St. Boniface Catholic Church.
Visitation will be held at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Evansville, IL on Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. The Memorial Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Father Iheme Iuvenis officiating. Committal Services will be held at St. Pius V Catholic Cemetery in Walsh, IL.
Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Sparta, IL is in charge of arrangements
My sweet friend I will never forget the good times,so many laughs . To the family may God bless and comfort you. One of the things I always admired about Cindy was her family so glad she had all of you
ReplyMay you Rest In Peace my sweet friend! We had some good talks about this ole cancer thing which truly sucks but thanks for listening and talking about it with me. You fought a good fight which showed how strong of a woman you were. Prayers & Sympathy to your hubby, Lance and kiddos and all your family & friends! We’ll talk again some day. Love ya
ReplyHer obituary message says it all about her she was a great sweet person who was Loved by many, my prayers for Lance, grandchildren, Tom and family and friends. May God give you all strength! Love and Hugs to Lance!
ReplyRest in peace Cindy, I known you most of my life, riding the school bus. working together etc. You were so tough. my prayers for your FS
ReplyRandy and I express our sympathy to the family.
ReplyCondolences to your family from cousin Wayne Poenitske’s family.
ReplyCondolences, sympathies, and prayers for all.
ReplyI had the pleasure of working with Cindy in a few places over the years. She was always a favorite to work with. I’m sorry for your loss.
ReplyI am so sorry for your family’s loss. Cindy was so much fun to be around and will be missed.
ReplyI had the pleasure of working with Cindy at Cape Albeon. She was one of the sweetest, kind & hard working nurse. I have missed her at work & so sorry now to hear of her home going. May God bless your family & they feel the love of God extra during this sad time. Until we meet again one day forever, rest in peace sweet friend.
ReplyCindy was one of the sweetest, nicest girl you would ever to meet. She was a great cousin and no matter where you were so would talk to you. RIP Cindy!!!
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Cindy was one of the sweetest, nicest girl you would ever to meet. She was a great cousin and no matter where you were so would talk to you. RIP Cindy!!!
I had the pleasure of working with Cindy at Cape Albeon. She was one of the sweetest, kind & hard working nurse. I have missed her at work & so sorry now to hear of her home going. May God bless your family & they feel the love of God extra during this sad time. Until we meet again one day forever, rest in peace sweet friend.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Cindy was so much fun to be around and will be missed.
Condolences, sympathies, and prayers for all.
I had the pleasure of working with Cindy in a few places over the years. She was always a favorite to work with. I’m sorry for your loss.
Condolences to your family from cousin Wayne Poenitske’s family.
Randy and I express our sympathy to the family.
Rest in peace Cindy, I known you most of my life, riding the school bus. working together etc. You were so tough. my prayers for your FS
Her obituary message says it all about her she was a great sweet person who was Loved by many, my prayers for Lance, grandchildren, Tom and family and friends. May God give you all strength! Love and Hugs to Lance!
May you Rest In Peace my sweet friend! We had some good talks about this ole cancer thing which truly sucks but thanks for listening and talking about it with me. You fought a good fight which showed how strong of a woman you were. Prayers & Sympathy to your hubby, Lance and kiddos and all your family & friends! We’ll talk again some day. Love ya
My sweet friend I will never forget the good times,so many laughs . To the family may God bless and comfort you. One of the things I always admired about Cindy was her family so glad she had all of you