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Cynthia Riley Obituary
Cindy was born on July 29th, 1964, in Methuen, MA. She enjoyed walks on the beach in any weather conditions and long car rides listening to her favorite music. An avid reader and great writer, Cindy could spend days writing papers. She found joy in spending time with her family and playing creative games with her grandsons, cherishing the differences she observed due to the two daughters she raised. She will be remembered by family every time the sun is shining or whenever a beautiful butterfly passes by.
In her professional life, Cindy worked at Mass General for years in the Neurology department, performing administrative duties. She loved working in the healthcare field helping people and was greatly adored by her coworkers. Additionally, she had experience in the dental field and legal secretary work. Cindy spent a great deal of her time volunteering and mentoring for those suffering from substance abuse. She also enjoyed tutoring young adults in writing college essays as well as teaching English as a second language. She always dreamed of living abroad one day teaching English in foreign countries.
Cindy is survived by her brother, Michael Knox; her brother, Eddie Jacques; her sister, Lisa Knox; her sister, Vicki Jacques; her daughter, Nicole Riley; her daughter, Danielle Sullivan; and her grandsons, Jacob, Brody, Liam, and Charlie.
A Memorial Service will be held on March 4th, 2024, between the hours of 10:00 am and 12:00 pm at Boston Cremation, located at 287 Main Street, Malden, MA 02148.
Boston Cremation in Malden, MA, is assisting with the arrangements for Cindy's passing.
May her soul find eternal peace, and may her memory forever be a blessing to those who knew and loved her.
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Patricia Johnson-Dilkey
March 3, 2024
Sending you all hugs and Peace!!!I first met Cindy in 6th Grade, Emerson Elementary school. We became friends right away and remained so until now. We shared so many adventures together. I loved her like a sister. we may have not hung out all the time through the years but we never lost touch. She had a smile that could light up the room ,made everyone feel special. We helped each other through some rough times. I am going to miss you my oldest and dearest friend.
Jenifer Abbott
February 23, 2024
So sorry for your Loss of this beautiful sweet soul..I met Cindy in High School and the first day we met we hit off. We became the best of friends. We ate lunch together everyday and we would hang out after school too. When we graduated high school we went our separate ways but years later we ran into each other and she had just had Nicole and I got to hold her baby girl for the first time. We picked up where we left off and when I had my son we took the kids on playdates and to the park. We always had a fun time when we got together and she will be sorely missed.
Joe Jacques and Ann
February 14, 2024
Dear Lisa,Michael, Vickie and Eddie, Ken told us the sad news today. So sorry for your loss.
Uncle Joe and Ann
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Brenda B Silva
February 13, 2024
I didn't know Cindy that long but she was very caring I truly miss her I pray for family
Brenda Silva
February 13, 2024
I only knew Cindy for short but she was very caring person always asking how I was doing I pray her family have peace she will truly be missed
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