Cynthia Lee Elliott

Cynthia (Cindy) Lee Elliott, 67, of Bellefontaine, passed away at 10:17 a.m. on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Mary Rutan Hospital in Bellefontaine. Born in Gallipolis, Ohio on the 24th of July, 1957, to George William “Bill” and Barbara Lee (Phillips) Nease, who survive. 

On November 13, 1976, she married Brent L. Elliott, and he survives. 

Cindy is also survived by her daughters, Laura (Brad) Flora, and Melissa (Christophe) Quindroit-Elliott; grandchildren, Mekenzie Flora, Kaeleigh Flora, and Anael Quindroit-Elliott; sister, Sandra (Christopher) Winter; brothers, Richard (Shelly) Nease, and James (Shoan) Nease; sister-in-law, Hollie Cohen-Nease; and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. 

She was preceded in death by a brother, David Wayne Nease in 2016. 

Cindy was a devoted teacher of 35 year at Riverside Local Schools, where she worked tirelessly making a difference in children's education. Since retiring, she spent her time caring for her grandchildren, and enjoyed multiple hobbies, including knitting and sneaking new plants into her sunroom. Recently, she and Brent traveled to France to experience the culture of their grandson. 

Cindy was first and foremost a helper, never not assisting in the need of anyone who asked. She put others above herself and loved to make sure people felt loved and cared for. This attribute will forever be her legacy. She fiercely loved her husband and children, but most of all her 3 grandchildren. She spoiled them with books, special shopping trips, and endless presents even when her daughters told her to stop. Her love will never be forgotten. 

A private gathering will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 5455 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43214, or the National Wildlife Federation, P.O Box 1583 Merrifield, VA 22116, or at https://support.nwf.org/page/64337/donate/1. 

EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CENTER, BELLEFONTAINE is honored to serve the Elliott family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com.

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