Cynthia L. Reed
Monday, May 13, 1957
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Age:
59 years old
Monday, May 13, 1957
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Age:
59 years old
Monday, May 13, 1957
Date of Death:
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Age:
59 years old
Cynthia L. Reed
Cynthia Lynn (Cramer) Reed, 59, of Rochester, MN lost her battle with cancer Thursday, August 18th, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.
Cynthia was born in Rochester, MN on May 13th, 1957 to John “Merlin” and Donna (Baier) Cramer. She grew up in Chatfield and graduated from Chosen Valley High school in 1975. Cindy continued on to receive her undergraduate degree from Concordia University and her MBA in Organizational Management from Augsburg College.
Cindy married Steven Oldre in 1975 and they had three daughters, Jessica, Rebecca and Sarah. They later divorced and Cindy married Kenneth “KC” Reed in 1988 and they had a son Conner.
Cindy worked at the Mayo Clinic for 41 years where she held several different positions. She served most recently as a manager for protocol development, managing clinical trials at the Cancer Research Center and was the recipient of the Karis Humanitarian Award.
Cindy was a member of St. John’s Catholic parish. In her free time, she was an avid collector of Red Wing pottery and antiques. She was an active member of several quilting groups and loved to share her passion through gifting her creations. Music was also an integral part of her life starting as a young child playing piano, clarinet, and guitar. Of all the things that brought her joy, none compare to the love she had for her children and grandchildren.
Cindy was preceded in death by her grandparents William and Evelyn Cramer and Louie and Mildred Baier.
She is survived by her parents Merlin and Donna Cramer of Chatfield; three brothers Daniel Cramer of Omaha, Michael (Vicki) Cramer of Chatfield, and Brian Cramer of Owatonna; her husband KC of Rochester; her children Jessica Hughes of Rochester, Rebecca Hanson of Mahtomedi, Sarah (Lance) Niehus of Otsego and Conner (Teresa) Reed of Rochester; and her eight grandchildren Jennifer, Sarah, Elliot, Anthony, Matisse, Ethan, Louisa, and Vivien.
The visitation will be held at the River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, Rochester on Friday, August 26th, 2016 at 3:00pm with Memorial Services at 4:00pm.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to establish an education fund for her grandchildren; c/o Sarah Niehus, 15466 77th St NE, Otsego MN 55330.
Condolences
The family of Cynthia L. Reed has received the following condolences.
Connor and KC,
I was very saddened to hear of Cindy's death. What a great loss. I will always remember her as a kind and loving person and mother. If I can help in any way let me know.
Nelle Moriarty
I extend my deepest sympathy to the extended family of Cindy. I remember as a youth back when I was teaching and she always had a mind that wanted answers and a heart that wanted to help and that really cared. I remember well, her love of music and zest for life. I hold her family in my heart and send each one of them a gentle hug. I am sorry that I was unable to make the funeral. My daughter and I had planned to come up, but my daughter received a call that she was needed to visit someone who was in a hospice situation; therefore, we were unable to be with you.
I know that she is very much alive in your hearts and memories and those are both good things. Hold on to those memories and share them regularly with one another. She was a lady that loved life and will be watching to see that you continue to do the same.
Blessings and deepest sympathy.
Betty Lou Balcome and The Rev. Alice Mae Applequist
Hi KC,
So sorry to hear of your loss.. You and Conner are in my prayers...
John
So sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. I worked with her for a number of years and have passed her in the hallways always saying hello many times since then. She was far too young to go through so much. Prayers for your family in this difficult time.
Krista Thompson
Dear KC and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. There are many many wonderful memories that will carry her spirit to wherever you are. Lin Gentling
KC and family our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. Sorry we missed this. May you find comfort knowing she now is at peace. Prayers for you all.
Dave and Donna Mueller
Cindy was a good friend of mine. We were in the same small quilt group for a number of years. We went on retreats together and had lots of laughs. Our group, the Rotary Cut-Ups, was a lot of fun. I will miss seeing Cindy every now and then. She was always smiling and full of life and love. My deepest condolences to her family.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you ... it is never easy to lose a spouse or a parent ... but this was too soon. May God wrap you in His comforting arms during this sad time and give you strength and peace. Prayers... Joanne
KC, Kathy and I send our prayers and love to you and your family. We go back along ways. From one retired P.O. to another you have an angel in heaven. Love you KC
KC and Family,
I am very sorry to learn of Cindy's passing. Know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time!
YiS,
Jeff Roepke
KC:
Denise and I were sorry to read of Cynthia's passing in the Post-Bulletin the other day.
Having lost relatives and parents under similar circumstances, we wish to extend our sincerest condolences to you and your family and will keep you in our prayers.
I am sorry for your loss of Cynthia L Reed and want to wish you comfort Cindy was a great person and will be missed
I am sorry for your loss of Cynthia L Reed and want to wish you comfort Cindy was a great person and will be missed from Robin L Reed
KC and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
KC and Conner our family shares our deepest condolence with you on your loss. We only met Cindy once but loved having gotten to do so although so brief. Our hearts go out to you both for your loss.
The Reed Family Aurora, CO
Chris, Judy, Sidney, Kiana Reed
please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of Cindy we only met her a couple of times with KC but know she was a terrific wife, mother, daughter, sister , friend and co-worker. May you all find peace in knowing what a truly wonderful person she was.
I worked with Cindy for awhile in Research. She was always pleasant and nice to me. I am blessed to have known such a wonderful person.
She will be missed by so many. My deepest sympathies to all who knew and cherished her.
Our deepest condolences to you & your family. Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers. Peace.
KC - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in the loving memories that you have.
KC, I would like to express sincere condolences to you and your family.
My sincerest sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
KC, Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the passing of your wife Cindy. Hugs and prayers to you and your family
Jerry and Sally Johnston
KC-please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your wife. We shall keep you and your family in our prayers. Pam and Jack
I was a co-worker of Cindy's. She found me in an office she passed by often and took the initiative to stop in and introduce herself. We were fast friends from then on. She talked often of her children and grandchildren at our weekly lunches and various coffees we'd take together. Family was everything to her. I can't even say how much I miss her popping in to see if I have time for coffee (or water as it was later). She was always a bright spot in my day and I miss her so terribly much. I know she is not in pain anymore, and that helps.
Jerry & I have known Cindy since she was a child, spunke she was. She was a classmate of our son, Jan and his wife, Mona's for all their school years in Chatfield. Attended all her important events, gave wedding shower, cut her wedding cake, seen the babies many times at grandma, Donna Cramer's home. Than we were again over joyed when she attended our Anniversary's, the last one just a year ago. How wonderful of her being ill even than to want to share time with us. Cindy loved her girls and that special son, plus all those wonderful grandbaby's that came along. Her family was every thing to her, and they gave their love and time, caring for her, so she could be at home, as was said, caring for their beautiful Mother. and beautiful she was. Our Sympathy to her whole family, and also Mom, Dad, Dan, Mike, Brian.
Jerry & Joanne
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Our family is out of town on Friday. We will be with you in spirit.
Chuck and Linda Willihnganz
May the family in friends of Cindy find comfort in our promised hope for the future. Isaiah 33:24 and Revelation 21:3,4
Cindy was a student of mine in the Augsburg MBA program. She lit up the room and always had a positive outlook about her challenges and her fellow students. I am saddened to learn of her passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to her family. God bless!
I worked with Cindy for a number of years on the Sponsorship Research Committee - she worked tirelessly to provide excellence in both service and leadership for that group, which later became the Values Council Research Committee. I always perceived her as a private person who definitely did not want her illness to stand in the way of her work and her family! She is one of the most courageous women I have had the honor of knowing. May she now be at peace - her smile and great spirit will be missed!
Dear Reed family,
I was a classmate of Cindy's at Augsburg College. We worked together on several group projects spending a lot time together. I hold Cindy in such high regard and was so saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
With deepest sympathy, Jenny Dusso
As a 1975 Chosen Valley High School classmate of Cindy's, I have fond memories of our band "challenges" in the clarinet section. I have smiled so much thinking about them in these last days. We battled each other for the higher chair. Mr. Anderson would let her win, then let me win, and then we'd do it all over again. I remember how nervous we would be. But always with our friendship in mind, whether one lost or won the challenge. She was a good person. Always with a smile and kind word. I'm so very sorry for your lose. It's way too soon for this young grandma. In our brief conversations as we passed in the hallways and elevators at Mayo, I know she was a proud mom and grandma. My heartfelt sympathy, thoughts and prayers to her family.