Cynthia Ellen Cher "Catface" Gardner

Cynthia Ellen Cher Gardner, affectionately known as Catface, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 70 in Tacoma, Washington. Born on February 8, 1955, in Seattle, Washington, Cynthia was a true embodiment of beauty, both inside and out. Her life was marked by her loving and adventurous spirit, her exceptional talents as a guitarist, jeweler, and crafts person, and her fierce loyalty to her family and friends.

Cynthia attended Webster and James Monroe primary schools, followed by Ballard High School. After graduating, she began a fulfilling career at GM Nameplate, where she formed lifelong friendships. She devoted much of her adult life to being a loving wife and mother. Her personal life was marked by both joy and profound challenges, particularly the painful loss of her oldest son at a very young age spirited away by his father and his fathers parents will -as a inexperienced young Cindy,s first marriage crumbled. Cindy suffered more traumatic losses due to the suicide death of her second husband George and the unexpected death of their only daughter infant Mercedes.

Throughout her life, Cynthia was deeply involved in her community and spiritual pursuits. She was a member of the Free Methodist Church Ballard and later embraced the spiritual teachings of the Cherokee nation. Her hobbies were a testament to her creative and nurturing nature; she was passionate about arts, crafts, and caring for a variety of pets, including dogs, cats, reptiles, fish, pet rats, and guinea pigs.

Cynthia is survived by her brothers, Gary Allen and Keith Harrison; sons, Jason, Sam, and Dakotah; aunt, Joyce Eide; and her cherished granddaughter, Shelbie KayAnn. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harrison and Doretta; husband, George Power; and several beloved aunts, uncles, and grandparents.

A graveside urn vault double internment service will be held to honor Cynthia's life on Saturday, May 3, at 12 noon at Bonney Watson, Washington Memorial Park in SeaTac, Washington. Bonney Watson Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her as a brilliant, caring, and adventurous soul.