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Cynthia Jean Wardlow-Sylvan

April 17, 1946 -- February 22, 2025
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
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L. Davis March 09, 2026

My condolences on the passing of Mrs. Sylvan. She was one of my teachers at D.A. Holmes Elementary in Kansas City, MO. She was a very good and very kind teacher. She was the only adult during who ever comforted me about the loss of my mother. She shared her loss with me and she tried her best to help me. I will never forget her gentleness, compassion, sympathy and empathy. I deeply appreciate her to this day and I will carry her care with me always. Thank you, Mrs. Sylvan. Sincerely, L. Davis

Jessie Watkins June 11, 2025

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

My prayers for Chris and Alan in the loss of your mother.

Nancy-Jo Nunez March 09, 2025

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 😇🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️ https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=Hso7a2CdCsA&si=mROb6TLrShbrhFm5

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