Born in Chicago to Ralph and Anita Bowers in October of 1946, Cynthia “Cindy” Bowers grew up in New Mexico alongside her two brothers, Jeff and Richard. She met the love of her life, Terry, at Phillips University in Oklahoma, and together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and service.

Terry and Cindy spent most of their married life in Kansas City, Missouri, where they raised their two daughters, Lauren and Rachel. Cindy helped start a church preschool and remained deeply involved in every aspect of church life, offering her time, energy, and heart wherever it was needed.

Cindy and Terry purchased a Sylvan Learning Center franchise and nurtured it into a thriving business. Cindy was the heart of the center; her patience, encouragement, and belief in each child helped students find both success and confidence.

Cindy loved to read, to cook, and gave the very best hugs in the world. Her warmth and love touched everyone who knew her.

She passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026. Cindy is survived by her husband, Terry; her daughters, Lauren (Craig) and Rachel (Byron); her grandchildren, Cora and Crosby; and her brothers, Jeff and Richard.  

In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor may be made to Mid-Continent Public Library or the Alzheimer's Association.