She was born October 2, 1948 in Pekin to Donald Edward and Norma Jean (Simpson) Smith. Her parents preceded her in death.
Surviving are one brother, Larry L. (Rae Ann) Smith of Delavan; two nephews, Troy Smith of Bloomington and Trent (Stephanie) Smith of Manito and four great nieces and nephews, Marisa Allday of Bakersfield, California, Chase Smith of Delavan, Logan Smith and Taylor Smith, both of Manito. Her greatest joy was being “Aunt Cindy” and she was adored by them.
She was a graduate of Pekin Community High School and Illinois State University. Cindy loved teaching and her students and was a longtime mathematics teacher at Illini Bluffs in Glasford. In retirement, she continued tutoring and teaching at Illinois Central College, where she had also taught for many years.
Cindy enjoyed shopping, traveling and was a fan of the Chicago Cubs. She also enjoyed taking care of everyone around her.
Her graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at Prairie Rest Cemetery in Delavan. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Preston-Hanley Funeral Homes & Crematory in Pekin.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 4234 North Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614 or to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital Midwest Affiliate, 4722 North Sheridan Road, Peoria, IL 61614.
To express condolences online, visit www.preston-hanley.com
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