Cynthia Irwin

1952 - 2019

Cynthia Irwin obituary, 1952-2019, Ann Arbor, MI

Cynthia Irwin Obituary

Irwin , Cynthia 10/3/1952 - 12/23/2019 Ann Arbor, Michigan Cindy Irwin passed away unexpectedly at home on December 23, 2019. Loving wife of Michael Irwin (dcd) and devoted mother of Krystie Irwin (dcd). Cindy was born in Detroit to Charles and Virginia Okarski. She is survived by her brother Robert (Jane) Okarski and nephews Brian and Andy Okarski. She was a Registered Nurse for 45 years, receiving her B.S.N. from Mercy College of Detroit and M.S.N. from Wayne State University. She was very active at St Francis of Assisi Catholic church. She felt her faith was her strength throughout life's trials and tribulations. Her wisdom, insight and expertise guided many friends and family over the years. Her positive outlook on life and tenacity touched everyone that knew her – she will be greatly missed. A Funeral Mass will be held Saturday January 18, 2020 at 12pm at St Francis of Assisi Church, 2250 E. Stadium Blvd, Ann Arbor. Burial at Bethlehem Cemetery. Funeral arrangements by Nie Family Funeral Home www.niefuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Saint Louis Center – Chelsea MI, Make-A-Wish, The Leukemia And Lymphoma Society or Hope Clinic in Ypsilanti MI.

Published by Ann Arbor News from Jan. 10 to Jan. 12, 2020.
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My remembrance of Cindy was from our teenage years working at Holy Cross Hospital in Detroit. We stayed in touch all these years sharing life experiences. She dealt with so much in her life but was always positive and upbeat. She was always a pleasure to talk with. She will be missed.

Tim Schultz

January 15, 2020

I remember Cindy from St. Francis Parish, very friendly and upbeat.
My prayers and thoughts go to her family and many friends in Christ.
God love her forever.

Fr. Mike Petroski

January 12, 2020

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