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Cynthia McMorries Obituary
Cynthia Lowe "Cyncy"
Cynthia Read McMorries, also known as Cyncy, passed away on April 16, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 100. She was born on September 24, 1923, in Coral Gables, Florida, and was the beloved wife of a career Naval Officer, Edwin "Skip" McMorries.
Cynthia was a vivacious, formidable, and kind individual. She dedicated her life to her family, survived by her daughter, Melissa (Missi) McMorries; granddaughter, Kerry Read Lawrence; and grandsons, Michael Edwin Loftus and Wickliffe Eliot Simmons. She also leaves behind nieces and nephews. Her husband, Edwin "Skip" McMorries; and daughter, Cynthia Davis "Davie" Loftus, preceded her in death.
In her educational pursuits, Cynthia obtained a Bachelor of Arts in History from Duke University. She was a homemaker who found joy in being an artist and painter, a world traveler, and a lifelong learner.
A proud Episcopalian, Cynthia was a founder of St. Andrew's in the Pines Episcopal Church in Peachtree City, Georgia, where she worshipped for many years.
A service to celebrate Cynthia's life will be held at All Saints Episcopal Church in Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 2 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Canterbury Court Foundation, All Saints' Episcopal Church, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Leaf Cremation in Acworth, Georgia, is assisting with the funeral arrangements.
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Carole Soliday
April 22, 2024
Sending my love and condolences to you, Missy. Cynthia was a wonderful friend and I´m so sorry to have lost touch with her after I moved to North Carolina. We had many good times.
Carole Soliday
Janet Permar
April 22, 2024
Cynthia was a founder of our church, St. Andrew's in the Pines, in the late '70's, and she supported us even after she moved to Atlanta to be nearer her family. She was my inspiration, wickedly funny, smart, kind, and extremely organized. The world is less for not having her in it.
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