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Cynthia McKnight Obituary
AGE: 57 • Colts Neck
Cynthia "Cindy" Healy McKnight, 57, of Colts Neck, passed away Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. Born in Middletown, NY, she grew up and lived in Middletown, NJ before moving to Colts Neck 25 years ago. A graduate of the University of Charleston, West Virginia, Cindy retired as a senior probation officer for Monmouth County.
She is survived by her loving husband, Thomas; her mother, Eileen Dietrich; her two sisters, Kathleen Brazas and Patricia Healy; and the two most special people in her world, her nephews, John Joshua and Jay. She leaves behind many dear cousins and friends who will miss the twinkle of her blue eyes and her ability to turn ordinary events into magical moments.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 12 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Colts Neck. Arrangements are under the direction of the Freeman Funeral Home, Freehold. In lieu of flowers, please do a random act of kindness in her memory.
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Lynn
May 21, 2024
I will always miss your smile, sense of humor, generosity, and your loving friendship. You are always in my heart. Until we meet again,
Marty Anisko
May 9, 2024
Miss your laughter and your smiles. Rest in Peace Cindy!
Patricia Healy
May 8, 2024
Always and forever you will be baby Cindy. You are missed and you Our honored often. Jason has you and Gail watching over him. Josh put a picture in his room. We love you and hope you´re rocking out with all the gates Pat, Josh, and Jay.
Lee
May 7, 2024
12 years, cannot believe that. It's still so sad and still have memories of you that were happy and full of laughter......
Joyce Lee
May 5, 2024
I will always remember Cindy. She was such a generous and giving friend. If you needed someone, no matter what time of day, you could call Cindy and she would be there to help you. Cindy was a lot of fun to be with and also very loving and giving. I miss you, Cindy, may you rest in piece.
Mary L Tomaino
May 6, 2021
Cindy I cannot believe that you are not here with me. You meant so much to me and I know as you always told me, " you will always be the oldest". Not a day goes by that I look at our silly "wedding flower arch" picture and think of the happy days we shared. I will miss you and love you always. Until we meet again, and we will. You are loved
SHARON GIRLING
May 6, 2021
Oh Cindy, 9 yrs has almost past, I miss our lunches so much, I miss you my dear friend, Until we met up again...
Beverley Upchurch
May 5, 2021
I remember growing up with Kathy, Patty and Cynthia. She was a great kid, a marvelous person and a great friend. We all miss you Cindy.
Nancy hasson
May 5, 2021
Cindy was a roommate of mine one summer in college, as well as a friend. We lost touch and after I joined Facebook a few years ago, I found out she was gone. I will always remember how hilarious she was , especially with that Donald Duck voice! She will never be forgotten. So sorry for your loss.
Marty Anisko
May 5, 2021
As the years go by, we miss you and your smile, your laughter all the more. Until we meet again, may God Bless you and give you eternal rest.
Patricia A Healy
May 4, 2021
You are missed. You would be wonderful with Jason. You taught me so much. I know you are resting well in heaven xx
Lynn
May 5, 2020
Not a day goes by that I dont think of you. Your funny antidotes and kind heart. I miss you always and read the cards you wrote to me all the time. You will always be my Cindy Loo. I miss you forever. Until we meet again.
Lee Miller-Caruso
May 5, 2020
I still think of Cindy, I worked with her for years in Monmouth County. We also saw each other and talked and laughed at Middletown when she would do her meetings there and I worked there. She is still very missed....
Marty Anisko
May 4, 2020
Not a day or a year goes by that I don't remember Cindy. She will always be remembered as a great person; a dedicated co-worker and friend.
Nancy Sadolf hasson
March 14, 2020
So sad to hear this news. Cindy and I were roommates and great buds at college. I've been looking for her for a few years on FB but I joined too late and missed her. I know she is hanging out with Staffin and having a ball!!! Will forever have great memories!! Love you Cindy!
Karol Hodgkiss/Conrad
May 9, 2019
Cindy, wish we had gotten together one last time before you left. Still think about you and our crazy times together at Morris Harvey and U of Utah.
Hello to Tom, Cindy adored you, sooo patient she'd say. Hope to meet you one of these days. Love you Cindy, always, Karol
May 9, 2019
Hoping you are all having a great time up there.....
thomas mcknight
May 8, 2019
Still miss you and Love you! Love Tom. I know that you are at peace with God and that makes me happy. Still wish you were here with me.
love
Mary Lynn Tomaino
May 4, 2019
Hi Cindy - I still cant believe youve gone to heaven without me. I look at our pictures and videos and remember what a great time we had and how much I love you. I know youre at peace and I cant wait to see you again
Martin Anisko
May 4, 2019
Cindy, you are sorely missed. Your smile, your laugh. I pray that you are resting in peace.
Mary Lynn Tomaino
January 30, 2018
Will miss you forever Cindy! Your influence on my life will be always in my heart. I will miss you forever and we did have DR. Keep dancing!
Karol Conrad
January 29, 2018
Cindy, I think about you all the time, fun and adventures at Morris Harvey, University of Utah and many more. Best friend ever, I miss you!
Hello to Tom.
Martin Anisko
January 29, 2018
I can't believe you have been gone 6 years . You are sorely missed Cindy.
thomas mcknight
January 28, 2018
miss you and always will.
Dennis Berube
May 30, 2012
Dear Tom, i just heard the sad news. Cindy was truly a 'shining star'. always a kind and cheerful "hello' from her.my prayers are with you and your famiy.
May 30, 2012
Remembering all of our great times..
Mochito Ishii
May 29, 2012
I was saddened and shocked by the news of your passing, Cindy! What happend? You found me on FB last year and sent me heartfelt messages. I was so excited to reunite with you after so many years. You promised me you would visit me in Japan some day. You will be missed so much. May you rest in peace.
Danielle Stanley
May 16, 2012
Cindy,
I love you...I will miss all the great times shopping and hanging out with you when I come back to new jersey. It will not be the same anymore. Love, Danielle
Karen Stanley
May 16, 2012
Cindy,
I miss you so much, the days are getter harder then better...you are missed so much by me. I know as times goes by it will get easier. I understanding you are resting and with Mom, Dad, John, Gail and all our other loved ones...I think of you each and ever day. I will cherish all our great memories. I love you Cindy .
jayne weingarten
May 16, 2012
Dear Kathy and family, Dee Egizi just told me about your passing of your sister, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. With Love Jayne Bellezza Weingarten and family(work with you at MHSS)
Ursula Carkhuff
May 15, 2012
Tom
So Sorry to hear the news about Cindy.My thoughts and prayers are with you during this diffcult time. Take Care. Ursula Carkhuff
Anthony Manzo
May 14, 2012
To Cindy, my friend and buddy from a long time ago. I'm sorry to hear of your untimely passing. I have thought of you often since the days of probation and miss the times that you, Sara and I had many laughs together.
to Tom, my former supervisor and mentor...stay strong my friend....Anthony Manzo
gretchen jordon
May 14, 2012
To Cindys family, My sincerest sympathies. I was blessed to get time with Cindy last summer.
May you rest in peace sister Cindy
Kaathleen Moynahan
May 13, 2012
Cindy rest in peace. I am so glad I had the chance to reunite with you after so many years of our own paths in life. I believe that you are in fine hands. Thank you for your support during my son's rough times, you were an inspiration. RIP. My thoughts and prayers to all Cindy's family.
May 13, 2012
Cindy's sisters from Gamma Delta Phi would like to extend our deepest sympathies and let you know that we are mourning your loss. We loved Cindy and recognized that she was a fragile, loving and caring woman. We loved her and her generous spirit. You are in our prayers.
May 13, 2012
Although I didn't know your sister, I imagine she was vibrant and loving like you, Kathy. I am thinking of you at this sad time. With love, Cathy Easton
Marty Anisko
May 13, 2012
Tom,
Jeanne and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 12, 2012
Dear Cindy, rest in peace my old friend I think of you often and remember all the good times we had.There will always be a place in my heart for you. Love Kathy Gordon
Karol Conrad
May 12, 2012
Cindy I'm so very sad to have lost you after so recently
reconnecting. The reminiscing chats were so much fun and meant so much to both of us. I love you and miss you, best friends
and roommates forever! Staffin watch over her and watch out for flying Dr. Scholls. My heart goes out to Tom, her mom, Patti
and Kathy. I knew you all through Cindy.
Love,
Karol Hodgkiss Conrad
Peggy Whiteside
May 12, 2012
Kathy and all the family
I am so sorry for your loss you are all in my prayers.
With love Peggy Whiteside
Mindy Dinburg
May 11, 2012
Tom, I am so sorry to hear about Cindy's untimely passing. My sympathy to you and her family. She will be missed.
May 11, 2012
Dear Kathy,
We are so sorry about the loss of your Sister, please know that you and your lovely family will be in our prayers. Tom and Nancy Torchia
Rick Gray
May 11, 2012
Tom, I was very sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. As you know, we began at probation on the same day and became good friends while I was there. I know that her good humor and kind spirit will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
DONNA WURTENBERG
May 11, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dee and Tom Egizi
May 10, 2012
Tom, Kathy, Patti, Mom Eileen, and family...We are so sorry about your loss and are keeping you all in prayer for God's healing and comfort. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4 We love you, Dee and Tom
May 10, 2012
Dear Tom,
I was so so sorry to hear about the passing of Cindy. We shared many fun times together in H.S and stayed in touch over the years. I will always remember her laughs and funny stories she liked to tell.I pray she is at peace now with the Lord. May God grant you all comfort and peace during this sorrowful time.
Love and prayers,
Laurie Sparrow Gentry
jeanine ferrara
May 10, 2012
My Dearest Cindy
Weve only know each other for a short time...but i soon realized what a sweet, generous soul you are..you made me feel so welcome in zumba...i shall miss dancing with you and the way you always made us laugh....until we meet again....Jeanine Ferrara xox
Michele Whelan
May 10, 2012
Cin-Cin,
Our hearts are so very,very sad. We will all miss you. I take comfort knowing you are now at peace in heaven. Kiss Cumpa Joe for me. We love you.
Mishy, Elaina & Anthony
May 10, 2012
Tom~ was saddened to hear the news today . You and Cindy were a big part of our kids' lives and the Graziano clan over the years. Your pool parties were great fun and Cindy always had us laughing trotting around in her bikini doting on all of us. Frankie and Delia still remember those pool parties and I had a big smile reminiscing about all the good times we shared. I still remember a Halloween party we had at our house..you guys were a cave couple..only Cindy could pull-off the sexy, funny cave woman. Tony is in DC with his job and extends his condolences as well. God Bless Cindy and you too Tom. Fond memories from DeDe, Tony , Frankie and Delia
May 10, 2012
Dear Tom, Ms. Healy, Pat and Kathy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Cindy was a funny, caring person. Our prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Love,
Linda & Greg
May 10, 2012
Tom,
So full of life was Cindy when we "popped in" before Christmas. We are so saddened by your loss and pray that the many beautiful words that have been written will help you to find peace at this difficult time.
Love,
Bob and Rita Labrecque
May 10, 2012
I will always remember Cindy. She was so kind and generous and would give you the shirt off her back if asked. She stayed with me one night when I had my elbow surgery. A perfect nurse. I will miss laughing with her, she always kept you laughing. Rest in peace,Cindy, my prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Joyce
susan
May 10, 2012
Cindy, you were very special and i really will miss you.......
I am glad we got rid of you know what, before you went into the hospital like we said a year ago, jokingly.....but we did it! You did make me laugh...
Ramona Mahan
May 10, 2012
We were shocked to hear of Cindy's passing but we know that she is with her Dad and all those other loved ones that have gone on before her. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Kathy, Patti and the boys and Momma Eileen. We love you all and you're in our prayers.
Beverley & Michael Upchurch
May 10, 2012
I will always remember the "little sister" that was always around when Kathy and I were together. May God offer you the peace you so deserve and you will always live on in our hearts and minds. Give our love to all of those who went on ahead of you (your Dad, Gail, Little Gene, my parents, etc). Heaven has gained a beautiful lady. We love you. Tom - you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.... Love, Beverley & Michael
Dean Barringer
May 10, 2012
Tom,
Nothing but good memories from having you two in my life if only for a short time. My prayers go out to you both as the journey continues on different paths. God Bless.
Cecelia Truax/Basilotto
May 10, 2012
We were just talking with Cindy last week...we know you are an angel in many ways..You will be missed..say Hello to all of our classmates for us..Prayers for your family.
Cecelia Truax Basilotto ,AZ
Carol Nortrup
May 10, 2012
Memories of our school days are now flowing through my mind, lots of laughs back then. Rest in peace Cindy.
Marg & Bill Strollo
May 10, 2012
Tommy,
We are both saddened by the loss of Cindy. You remain in our thoughts as always.
With love,
Marg & Bill Strollo
Lee Caruso
May 10, 2012
So very sorry for your loss, I worked with Cindy out in the county in the 80's. She was always making me laugh. I'm saddened by the news........Tom, deepest sympathy..... Her sister Pat, I know you from Belford, deepest sympathy
Carole Lindquist
May 10, 2012
Cindy,
You added so much life to the family functions. I shall never forget how you climbed the bleachers at the boys games in your shoes! We have lost you much much too soon and feel safe in the knowledge that you and Gail are watching over us all. Rest in Peace,Cindy Missing you...Love,Carole
Deb Cuming
May 10, 2012
My sincerest and most heartfelt sympathy to Tom, and Cindy's entire family. Since jr. high we were friends. I spent many mornings at the Healy house getting ready for school while singing to the Supremes, Janis Joplin, Dixie Cups and so many others...we were true STARS back then! The wonderful and crazy memories come flowing through smiles, laughter and tears...I will miss you so much Cindy! May you rest in peace; and, yes, when I see that first evening star catching a blue sparkle in the night sky, I will know it is you smiling with all of us.
May 10, 2012
Rest in Peace Cindy. I will always remember you from the Monmouth County Court House. You always were so kind and had a great sense of humor. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sherri Baranowski-McDermott,Little Egg Harbor,NJ
Karen Kelly
May 10, 2012
Dear Cindy, So many have lost a good friend. I will remember your sweetness, kindness, generosity and humor. Exercise class will never be the same.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Rest in peace.
May 10, 2012
My Dear Cindy,
We will always have the Dominican - I love you and will miss you everyday of my life. You showed me how to have fun at the pool, how to shop, how to dress, and mostly how to love - Until we meet again my dear friend and sister - Lynn
Susan Florio
May 10, 2012
RIP Cindy, I will always remember you and always remember our "fun times"...<3
Susan Florio
May 10, 2012
Rest In Peace Cindy, I will always remember you, and I will always remember the fun times we had.....
Bob Hopkins
May 10, 2012
Our time is brief and our journey is enriched by those we meet along the way. Your smile is one of the lamp posts that has lit my path. Rest in peace Cindy. I know that you are in God's hands, basking in eternal love, all earthly challenges resolved.
Love...Bob
May 10, 2012
Dearest Cindy, with the most beautiful blue eyes i ever seen.I am so glad we reconnected after all those yrs. And I'll truly we miss our hrs of lunch together. Be in peace. Love, Sharon G.
Jay Halbfoster
May 10, 2012
Jay Halbfoster
RIP Cindy, you were the best aunt anyone could ask for. I'm sure you're with mom in a good place. Much love...Jay
Pat Healy
May 10, 2012
Cindy, rest in peace. You are a beautiful soul now able to be set free to enjoy eternity. You will be sorely missed. We love you and miss you already.
Patti, Josh and Jay
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