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Cindy McDow Obituary
Cindy Marie McDow passed away on August 5, 2010 in Santa Cruz. She was 42 years old. Cindy Marie Mendez was born on February 7, 1968 to Santos and Trine Mendez. She spent some of her childhood in Watsonville, but grew up mostly in Santa Cruz. Cindy attended Santa Cruz Gardens for elementary school, Branciforte Junior High School and graduated from Santa Cruz High School.
Cindy loved playing soccer and enjoyed bowling. But her favorite sport was baseball, which she was good at playing. Cindy also loved to watch her daughter Kristie in Cheerleading Competitions where Kristie was the flyer she was thrown up in the air and caught. Cindy was so proud of her. Cindy belonged to Resurrection Church in Aptos. While growing up, she attended Holy Cross Catholic Church in Santa Cruz where she did her First Holy Communion and Confirmation.
Cindy is survived by her parents, Santos and Trine Mendez of Santa Cruz, former husband, Kevin McDow, daughter, Kristie who is 19 years old from Soquel, son, David who is 25 years old from Aptos, sisters, Martina and Cary of Santa Cruz, brother, Mitch of Santa Cruz, grandparents, Santos and Mary Mendez of Santa Cruz, granddaughters, Jaylee and Evelyn, 4 nieces, 1 nephew, 4 aunts and 10 uncles. Cindy was preceded in death by her uncle, Jesse Chavez in 2005.
A Mass will be held for Cindy at Resurrection Catholic Church, 7600 Soquel Dr. in Aptos on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. A reception will follow the Mass in the hall. Contributions can be made to Comerica Bank, 25 River St. in Santa Cruz, under Trine Mendez, account 9412-70812-6, to help with funeral expenses.
Arrangements are under the direction of Benito & Azzaro Pacific Gardens Chapel. Please visit www.pacificgardenschapel.com to sign the online guest registry.
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for Cindy McDow
Mark Guluarte
August 27, 2010
Cindy is an amazing person and my little sister. It was with incredible sorrow that I found-out of her passing. My love, prayers and embraces go out to the entire Mendez family, especially Trine and Santos, the best parents a child could have.
I will always consider you my extended family and will always carry Cindy close to my heart.
Debbie Gribble
August 20, 2010
Having met Cindy a couple of times, first time a birthday trip to Reno, the second at a wedding, it was easy to be her friend. Her easy laugh and smile were very warming. I am sorry for you loss, but just know that you now have an Angel. Prayers for your family.
JEANA & GABBY
August 20, 2010
R.I.P. CINDY YOU WILL BE MISSED !!! LOVE ALWAYS, JEANA & GABBY XOXO
Cathy Texeira
August 20, 2010
May you take comfort in knowing an Angel is watching over you...
Peace, prayers and blessings to the McDow & Mendez Family
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Karen Martinez
August 18, 2010
I met Cindy one time through my sister, Sherry Surwald. We had gone to Reno for a birthday party. I don't think I have ever met someone with so much spirit. I fell in love with her sense of humor and laughter instantly! I'm so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Mendez family.
John & Peggy Bowen
August 15, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Bowen
August 14, 2010
Cindy I will miss your beautiful smile and sweet happy laugh...May God bless the Mendez family...
Shirley Mendez
August 14, 2010
To the Mendez family and the McDow family, We are so sorry about your loss. Everyone who knew Cindy loved her. She is with God now and he will take good care her. We will all miss her.
Lots of love,
Frank, Shirley, Francisco, Diana, & Eric Mendez
Kerry Kinsey
August 13, 2010
Very sorry to hear of your loss. May God guide you through this difficult time and the love of family and friends be with you always. Much love, Kerry Kinsey
Desiree Moreno
August 13, 2010
Dear Kristie and family my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Cindy will be deeply missed.
Leora Gaspar
August 12, 2010
Dear Kevin & family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.
Love,
Leora
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Leora Gaspar
August 12, 2010
Dear Kevin & family,
You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Love ,
leora
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tammy hall
August 12, 2010
my heart goes out to the mendez and mcdow familes. cindy was a good friend friend she always had a smile I am proud to have called her my friend she will be missed love you and miss you cindy
Tammy Tremaine
August 12, 2010
Im gonna miss her wonderful way's ...She was always so kind to me and had a great sence of humor.And always made me feel welcome in her home.She was just a joy to be around.She really is a angel. Cindi I love you & im really Going miss you.
Davina quitevis
August 12, 2010
Cindy, I love you so much you are such an amazing person! Thanks for always being there to support us and always taking care of me when I needed you. Your house was the hang out spot none of our friends had any problem being around you.you were fun! I will never forget all the things you did! Love you and miss you! RIP CINDY
Patty Alvarez-Garcia and Family
August 12, 2010
Our prayers our with you and your family. Lots of love to you.
August 12, 2010
Cindy, you will be missed greatly, growing up with you basically as a sister was memorable. You touched everyone's heart, and I love you, you will be missed greatly. Memories of you will last forever in my heart. Good bye sister/family friend/amiga. Diana Baeza & Family Santa Cruz, California
Sasha Ramirez
August 12, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about Cindy Jeff and I send our love to the friends and family. Jeff, Sasha Ramirez & Family
Cheri Rutherford
August 12, 2010
Cindy is now in a safe and wonderful place. May god welcome her with open arms. I am sorry for your loss McDow family. Stay strong and know that your mom is loved by many and that she will no longer be in pain. Prayers and healing to all of the Cindy's friends and family. And to her children, know that her memory will always be with you.
Doyle Singer
August 12, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Meloni Gomez
August 12, 2010
My heart goes out to both The Mendez & McDow familes at this time and the days to come. I will miss her smile and that giggle of hers. She was a loyal and wonderful friend to me and I will miss her deeply. I am happy and proud to have had her part of my life. Love you Kristie xoxo
Penny Cotter
August 12, 2010
So sorry to hear the Angels have called Cindy home so soon...Thinking of you guys and sending lots of Love, Prayers and Healing thoughts to all of Cindy's Family & Friends.
Meloni Gomez
August 12, 2010
We weren't prepared for you to go
You were too full of life to be
Taken away from us so soon
It's still hard too believe
How much we'll miss your smile
And your laughter in our ears
Your absence leaves a hole in us
We're filling with our tears
You taught us how to be our best
To in the moment live
To never hold a grudge for long
And loyal friendship give
Your presence was a light and joy...
My deepest condolences to both the Mendez & McDow famlies. I can't express how sorry I am for your loss. I will miss Cindy's bright smile and that giggle of hers so much. She was a very loyal friend to me and I'm happy she was part of my life. I will miss her greatly. I love you Kristie xoxo
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