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Cynthia Heffelfinger Obituary

HEFFELFINGER Cynthia L. Heffelfinger, 52, passed away after a year long battle with breast cancer on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at St. Ann's Hospital. She retired from Sterling Commerce where she worked as an Executive Administrative Assistant. Cindy was a Past President and active member of the IAAP. She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter and sister who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Preceded in death by husband Bruce, mother Patricia Paul, brother Joseph Paul, father-in-law and mother-in-law John and Betty Heffelfinger. Survived by daughter, Julie Evans; son, Chris (fiancee, Jenn Penrose) Heffelfinger; grandchildren, Drew and Lily Evans; parents, Joseph and Dorothy Paul; siblings, Debbie (Jim) Rings, Patti Sue (Dale) Simpson and David (Mary) Paul; brother-in-law, Rob Heffelfinger; sister-in-law, Donna (Hal) George; boyfriend, Steve Willis; son-in-law, Andy Evans; along with many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. Family will receive friends Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at SCHOEDINGER NORTH CHAPEL, 5554 Karl Road, where a funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2008. Pastor Bruce Tumblin officiating. Interment to follow at Kingwood Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stefanie Spielman Foundation, c/o The James Development Office, 660 Ackerman Road, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 25 to Jul. 27, 2008.

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Misty Hall

August 18, 2008

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss of Cynthia. Although I didn't know her, I am a member of the IAAP, and appreciate all she has done for our association.

I lost my sister last summer to cancer and she was only 41 years old. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Regards with sympathy to all of your family.

Misty Hall

Forest City Chapter IAAP

August 8, 2008

Dear Family and Friends of Cynthia,
The Forest City Chapter just rec'd the horrible news. We would like to express our sincere condolences to the passing of Cynthia. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Please pass our deepest sympathies on to your family.

Karen Whiteside

August 6, 2008

Heaven must have needed a really good Admin for the Executive. He got one. Such a shock, I just found out tonight. I met Cindy through PSI/IAAP, she was indeed a beautiful person in every way.

The IAAP Metro West Chapter

August 5, 2008

Dear Family and Friends of Cynthia,
We would like to express our sincere condolences on the recent passing of Cynthia. The IAAP Metro West Chapter members send their thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.
There is obviously no good time or way for someone whom you care about to pass away. We can only imagine how difficult it must have been for you to say good-bye to Cynthia. No comfort is quite enough to replace the loss. But at the very least I want you to know that we are out here and care and wanting to support you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Please pass our deepest sympathies on to your family.
Very sincerely,

Tire Town Chapter IAAP

August 5, 2008

I was sadden to hear about Cindy. I met her through IAAP and found her to be an enthusiastic, outgoing person. We shared many conversations, especially at our Ohio Division events.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May happy memories shared bring you peace.

Josephine Johnson Sherard CPS/CAP

Vickie Lewis

August 5, 2008

I am shocked to hear of Cindy's homegoing. We met and became quick friends through PSI/IAAP and enjoyed many times at the Ohio Division Annual Meeting. Your family will continue to be in my prayers.

Vickie Lewis,
Cleveland, OH

Theresa Gilligan

August 4, 2008

Deepest sympathy to Cindy's family. What a dear person and she will be missed. I met Cindy through IAAP and worked with her several times. What a pleasure it was to know her. God Bless you all.

The Medina County Chapter of IAAP

August 4, 2008

Thinking of you during this very difficult time.

Nancy MacMillan

July 30, 2008

Julie, Chris, Steve and The Paul Family,
As you all know, I grew up wi Cindy across the street. I remember so much of those days....the fun, laughter, tears and even us getting in a fight one afternoon and then inviting her for a stay over in a tent the two of us made over the picnic table!! So many memories as children and adults. I shall miss Cindy very, very much. It is very hard to believe she is gone. All of you are in my heart and prayers. I cry as I write this but know the Heavenly Father knows what He does and why. Cindy, you are at peace and with no pain. I love you!

Kathy Honnold

July 28, 2008

Dear Family of Cindy: With deep sorrow in learning about Cindy today, I send my prayers to all of her family. She was a wonderful Columbus Chapter IAAP President. Cindy was so inspirational to me when my husband passed away. I fully feel your loss of someone so special as Cindy. The Lord has gained a very loving Angel. I'm confident you will cherish her memory for years to come, just as all members of a great organization she led. She is at peace with her Father in Heaven. And, He must have welcomed her with, "Well done, My faithful servant". May God Bless and keep you in His care.

Janette Johnston

July 28, 2008

I worked with Cindy at Sterling Commerce, she and I were fellow Admins. I will miss her warm personality and great attitude. Cindy always made me laugh because of her great sense of humor. God Bless all of her family. She will be greatly missed.

Vicki Webb

July 28, 2008

Cindy was such a special person. I always enjoyed speaking to her because of her warm personality and her sincerity. She always spoke so well of her family and was so thankful for her boyfriend. They were everything to her. She will be missed.

Rachel Martin

July 28, 2008

Cindy had such a sweet soul that was obvious to anyone who met her. She will missed and always remembered by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones.

Valerie Cupp

July 26, 2008

To Cindy's family and Steve, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She will be missed by all. I enjoyed her infectious smile and laughter.

Rosalynne Taylor Woods

July 26, 2008

To Cindy's family,
Cindy was a wonderful person, always smiling, joking and happy. I've known Cindy many years through IAAP where she was a dedicated member. I will certainly miss having her around. Everyone loved her. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Athena Giovrekos-Steve

July 26, 2008

To the Heffelfinger and Paul family:
I had the pleasure of knowing Cindy in high school and our days of being marjorettes.
I was so sorry to hear of Cindy's passing and will always remember the good times I had with her and Bruce during the early 70's.
She is now in a better place where there is no more pain, sorrow or suffering.
With my deepest sympathy,
Athena

Karen Richards

July 25, 2008

My deepest sympathies for the loss of someone so dear. My prayers are with you. Love Karen (Baughman)

Debbie Moore

July 25, 2008

Cindy was an amazing person! She had the most wonderful sense of humor, a BIG heart, was strong and was always there if I needed a helping hand or an ear to bend. Meeting her through IAAP, I soon looked up to her as an incredible mentor...any task she took on, was done to perfection. I will miss her and feel so blessed and honored to have known her and to call her my friend. My heart goes out to the family and I will keep them in my thoughts and prayers.

Pamela Cooper

July 25, 2008

Cindy was one of my favorite people to work with -- always cheerful, willing to help, kind, thoughtful, funny and a joy to be around. She will be greatly missed. "The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace." Numbers 6:24-26

Chuck McCrory

July 25, 2008

Cindy was my old former boss at Sterling Commerce for 4 1/2 year. now she is in peace. What a shock me this morning Friday.
O God, present in every place, look down with mercy upon those whom I love, now absent from me. Give your angels charge over them, and defend them from all dangers of body and soul. Bring us together again, if it be your holy will. Grant that we, drawing nearer to you, may draw nearer to one another, and that finally, united in your presence, we may evermore rejoice together in our heavenly home. Through jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen

Chuck McCrory of Administrative Support Assist of Sterling Commerce

Deborah Bose

July 25, 2008

To Cindy’s family,
Cindy had a such a great heart; she was kind to everyone and a great mentor.

Your Mother will be truly missed by all.

Bose Family

Allison Ramkey

July 25, 2008

Cindy's laughter was infectious. She always had a shoulder to lean on and an ear to listen. She will be deeply missed. Sending warm thoughts and prayers to all of her family...

Debbi Foster

July 25, 2008

To the family, we are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a terrific woman as was your father. We have missed her since moving in 2005. She was always so kind and was a true inspiration. You are all in our prayers. Jerry Kaler and Debbi Foster

Jenifer Green

July 25, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cindy was one of the sweetest people I knew and she will be missed by all who knew her.

Christy Myers (Baughman)

July 25, 2008

Cindy is now with Bruce and her Mom (Aunt Patty). No more pain. Can you hear the laughter, the music, feel all the love from everyone that met her at the river? I do! You all know we will see her again, and she will thow the biggest party ever when we get there. You have my deepest sympathy. Love, Christy

Dion Norman

July 25, 2008

To the family, You have my deepest sympathy. Reflect on the good times, she is in good hands, no more suffering. We have all benefited from knowing her and being a part of her life!!

Ryan Curatti

July 25, 2008

Cindy will always be on my list of favorite people, and I will miss her dearly.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Janet Cole

July 25, 2008

Cindy was a beautiful lady! She was kind, gentle, funny, bubbly, generous and always willing to help. She was a great mentor and a true friend. I learned so much from Cindy and respected and admired her! I met her at IAAP and she was one of my first contacts. My heart goes out to all her family and friends. The World will be a sad place without her!

Deborah Knight

July 25, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I enjoyed working with Cindy. She will be missed.

Crista Tompson

July 25, 2008

There is comfort in friendship,
hope in prayer,
peace in love.

With Sincerest Sympathy,
Jersey

Mike & Ginny Short

July 25, 2008

Your mom always had a smile and a wave - we will miss her. We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying or your family.

Lyndsay McCarthy

July 25, 2008

Cindy was loved by so many people. I do not think that their was a single person who met her that had anything less of a kind word to say about her. My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time. Cindy will be greatly missed by all.

Michelle Meade

July 25, 2008

Cindy was one of the sweetest people ive ever known. So hard to believe she is gone. I will miss her smile and bubbly personality. Im blessed to have known such a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and Steve.

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