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Cindy Henderson Obituary

Cindy Ann Peltier Henderson passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022. She was preceded in death by her son, Myles S. Henderson and her parents, Guy Joseph Peltier, and Elsie Marie Peltier. She is survived by her beloved husband and partner of over thirty-two years, Barry R. Henderson; her siblings: Kim Peltier (Pam) and Steve Peltier (Lynn); nephews Christopher Peltier and Clifton Peltier; and a very large host of loving family and friends. Cindy earned an Associate's Degree in Cake Decorating and Floral Arrangement. She was always a hard worker and loved helping people. Over the course of her career, she served 14 years at Breaux Mart Supermarket; 18 years at United Airlines; many years at Brother Martin High School as a parent, a PTA member and as an employee. Cindy was very active in her community and was always volunteering with a number of individuals and organizations. She was especially known for creating custom-made, one of a kind Floral, Jewelry and Cake Designs as well as specialty items for numerous Mardi Gras Krewe Organizations. Cindy was the Co-Founder and Co-Chair of the Smyles for Myles Foundation, a 501(c) 3 focused on awarding college scholarships in memory of their beloved son Myles S. Henderson. A service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, Louisiana 70001 at 2:30 p.m. with a repast to follow immediately after. To offer condolences please visit www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com. In lieu of flowers Cindy would ask that you make a donation to Metairie Humane Shelter, 6213 Airline Drive, Metairie, Louisiana 70003 (www.metairiehumane.org).

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 6 to Apr. 9, 2022.

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ELISE MARTIN

April 10, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

George Reimann

April 8, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Cindy was a beautiful person.

Sharon

April 7, 2022

Deepest sympathies from the Gautreau family, Sharon, Boyd, Tiffiny and Tristan. We know that Cindy was welcomed into Heaven and we are praying that the Great God we serve will fill all of your hearts with peace and love at this sad time.

Donna Evans

April 6, 2022

Sending my heartfelt condolences to Barry on the passing of Cindy . She was a great person with a big heart . Keeping you in prayer

Sheeri Slater

April 6, 2022

When I got married, back in 1982, my wedding present from Cindy was a custom made gorgeous wedding cake. She was a master of her craft. My condolences and prayers to Barry and his family.

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