Cynthia Lynn Ries, 64, of Lakewood, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023 at Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital, with her son by her bedside.
Cynthia was born on August 11, 1959 in Elizabeth, NJ to William and Shirley Ries. Cynthia was raised in Roselle and began her family there with the birth of her eldest son Jason in 1979, followed by Nicholas in 1982. Cynthia raised her children in Toms River before settling in Lakewood 15 years ago to care for her mother. Throughout her life, Cynthia was a devoted single parent and a dedicated caretaker. She selflessly cared for her family and consistently put others before herself. Cynthia treasured spending time with her children. She was an incredible nurturer and an unconditionally loving mother.
Cynthia is survived by her mother, Shirley Ries; her children, Jason Avalos and Nicholas Avalos (Cathy), her granddaughter, Jaylee Avalos and her sisters, Barbara Richards and Sue Eichenlaub. She was predeceased by her father, William James Ries.
A memorial will be held privately at a later date.