Cynthia Francene Anderson

1951 - 2020

Cynthia Francene Anderson Cynthia Francene Anderson passed into everlasting glory on Saturday, January 25th, 2020. She was 68 years old. Cindy was born to Allan and Louise Emmert in September 1951 in Merced, California. She graduated from Merced High School in 1969, and later spent her life between Merced and San Luis Obispo. She leaves a legacy behind in each city, remembered for the joy and energy she brought to those around her. Cindy was a very colorful character, to say the least. She was an outgoing artist who loved the outdoors. Her passion for nature has been passed on through her son's side of the family, while her love for art and creativity has continued through her daughter's side. She will also be remembered for her sense of humor, dancing, ability to yell, and her artistic ability across various mediums, among other things. Before she died, she was excited about beginning the UC Master Gardener program. A loving mother to two, grandmother to eight, and great-grandmother to one, Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Allan. She is survived by her mother, Louise, her two sisters, Vicky and Jenny, two children, Keefe, and Louisa, eight grandchildren, Richard, Casey, Kaely, Kassidy, Keat, Chloe, Jane, and Elliott, and her great-granddaughter, Alice. If you wish, donations can be made in Cindy's honor to the St. Joseph Indian School at www.sjto.org. This organization supports children of the Lakota (Sioux) tribe, of which she was a descendant. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 1st at Calvary Chapel of Merced at 2 PM.