Cynthia Jeane Wardlow-Sylvan, 78
Cynthia passed away on February 22, 2025 after a short illness in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She was preceded in death by her parents Claude and Lorene Wardlow and a son Eric Wayne Sylvan.
Cynthia was the loving Mother of Christopher Eugene (Layla) Sylvan of Albuquerque, NM and Claude Alan (Angie) Sylvan of St. Louis, MO. She was also the grandmother of Jabu Wall-Sylvan of Albuquerque, NM and Alexis and Chase Sylvan of St. Louis, MO.
Cynthia was born April 17, 1946, in Kansas City, KS. She graduated from Central High School in Kansas City, MO in 1963. She received her bachelor’s degree from William Jewell College in Liberty, MO. She attended and received her master’s degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Cynthia was a longtime member of Palestine Missionary Baptist Church of Kansas City, MO. Cynthia was a woman of strong faith, finding comfort and guidance in her Christian beliefs throughout her life.
A Memorial service to celebrate Cynthia's life will be held on June 11th at 1pm at Grant Chapel AME Church 7920 Claremont Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Condolences
Jessie Watkins
June 11, 2025
, New Mexico
Enjoyed your friendship Cynthia. Rest in peace
Pamelya Herndon
June 10, 2025
I hope that, even though your world may seem dark right now, you can pride and joy in the many wonderful memories that Cynthia brough to communities throughout New Mexico. On behalf of the New Mexico Black Caucus we are sending positive thoughts and lots of prayers to help you through this difficult time.
Stephen E Astorga
June 09, 2025
My condolences to the family, Cynthia helped with AFSCME functions we were grateful for her help she was a great person. She’ll be missed
NM AFSCME retirees
Robert Sylvan
March 10, 2025
, Missouri
My prayers for Chris and Alan in the loss of your mother.
Nancy-Jo Nunez
March 09, 2025
, New Mexico
To Cynthia's family,
She was my neighbor 8 years and she was pleasant to me. May she rest in peace.
SheilaG
March 08, 2025
RIP & Love, Ms Cynthia 😇🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
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