Cynthia Parish's Obituary
Decatur-Cynthia Parish, 56, of Decatur, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2015 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Memorial services to celebrate Cynthia’s life will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at First Baptist Church 1320 West Arbor Drive, Decatur, IL 62526.
Cynthia was born on May 7, 1958 in Decatur, IL., the daughter of Clayton D. Dudley and Shirley A. (Painter) Dudley. She was a member of the First Baptist Church. She was an avid Cubs fan, enjoyed canoeing with her husband, and hunting. She married Garry Parish on February 10, 1982 in Decatur, IL. They shared 33 wonderful years together.
Surviving are her husband Garry Parish of Decatur; mother, Shirley Painter of Decatur; daughters, Rebecca Balvanze of Decatur, Christin Parish of Decatur, Shawnea Parish of Decatur; stepdaughters, Angie Reinstorf of Springfield, Trena Parish of Decatur; stepson, Jason Parish of Cerro Gordo; brother, Richard Dudley of Decatur; sister Debbie (Mike) Morlock of Decatur; three nieces Lindsey, Kari, Alicia; and numerous grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by, father, Clayton D. Dudley.
The family of Cynthia L. Parish is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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