Cynthia Sue De Goa

Cynthia Sue de Goa went to be with our Lord on January 21, 2023. She passed away surrounded by her loving husband and children after a courageous battle with Dementia.

Cindy was born on December 19, 1947, in Gladwin, Michigan. She graduated at the top of her class from Gladwin High School in 1966. She then attended nursing school through Hurley Hospital in Flint, Michigan, graduating in 1969 as a registered nurse. Cindy worked for many years as a nurse in hospitals and then spent a majority of her career as a nurse and manager of her husband's medical practice.

While she was attending nursing school in Flint, Michigan, she met a dashing physician who was completing his residency program. On December 13, 1969, she married Dr. Oscar de Goa and honeymooned by traveling around the world for several years. After extensive traveling, Cindy and her husband moved to Newberry in the Upper Peninsula and started a family. In 1972 they moved to Hastings, Michigan where they built a life and raised five children.

God blessed Cindy with many talents and gifts. She was bright, strong, nurturing and a natural born leader. Her zest for life was diverse and multi-faceted. She loved traveling and went on adventures all over the world exploring museums, major landmarks, and natural wonders both near and far. Cindy is an accomplished pianist and organist who served her community by accompanying at church services and both Hastings Choir practices and performances. For many years she was a member of a local Bridge club. Cindy gave back to her community by volunteering and serving on many boards and committees.

Gardening brought her great joy, and she was known for the beautiful gardens that she had created around her home. For enjoyment, some of her favorite past times were enjoying the beauty of beaches and sunsets, being an avid reader and mastering cooking, including Indian cuisine. The door to Cindy's home was always open and at her kitchen table you were promised good food and good times. Children held a special place in her heart, and she sacrificed anything to be there for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Cindy's deep and lasting imprint on many people will be felt for generations. Amongst those privileged enough to have her touch their lives are her loving and devoted husband of 53 years, Dr. Oscar de Goa, children Tia de Goa, Kamell de Goa, Malyka de Goa (Tim Birkmeier), Damian (Sara) de Goa and Mylea de Goa. Grandchildren: Alexandria, Landon, Meli, Xavier, Seri, Lia, Callie, Emery, Josie and John Damian. Great grandchildren: Azaria, Adalind, Jax, Alivia and Hendrix. Siblings: Connie Merrick, Candace Hetherington, Jim (Michelle) Merrick, Brian (Jill) Merrick. She was loved and will also be missed by many cousins, aunts, nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Marjorie Merrick, and several other loved ones.

Visitation will be at Girrbach Funeral Home on Friday, February 3, 2023, from 5 to 7 PM. Catholic Funeral Mass shall be Saturday, February 4th at 1 PM at St. Cyril Mission Parish, 203 N State St, Nashville, MI 49073, luncheon to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Hastings, MI.  Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home, to leave an online condolence visit  www.girrbachfuneralhome.com  .