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Cynthia Maddox Obituary

Maddox, Cynthia Ann (nee Parry) b. 1944, beloved wife of Michael Maddox, devoted mother of Katherine and Patricia Maddox, cherished sister of Marion and Eugenia Parry, died December 2, 2011 from complications following liver surgery. A graduate of South Shore High School, with a B. A. from the University of Michigan and an M. A. T. from Brown University, Cynthia was a docent tour guide for the Chicago Architectural Foundation and Secretary of ARCS (Achievement Awards for College Scientists). More notably she served for thirty-three years as Dean of Students at Truman College. After her retirement, she continued as an education advocate, becoming an energetic volunteer for the National Council of Jewish Women. A CELEBRATION of the life of Cynthia Maddox will be held on Sunday January 15, 2012 at A New Leaf Studio and Garden, 1820 N. Wells Street, Chicago at 2:30 p. m.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 18, 2011.

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Josie Rodriguez

January 17, 2012

I wish I could have been there on Sunday. Just got out of hospital. But my thoughts will always be with her. Cynthia will be missed A LOT!

January 16, 2012

A wonderful warm and gregarious human being. For the 40 odd years I have known her she was a very unique and special person. My condolences to Michael, Marion and Eugenia.
Tom Yanul

Barry Ferner

December 23, 2011

We are deeply saddened by Cynthia's death. She was a great friend for many years and a person we were delighted to know!

Ruth Anne Unik

December 22, 2011

To the Maddox Family - ARCS Foundation members send our deepest sympathy and sorrow, upon this very sudden illness and death of our friend and long-time recent member of our foundation. We all enjoyed knowing Cynthia and appreciated her many years of service on our Board of Directors. Again, our deepest sorrow and sympathy to her husband, children, sisters & families, many friends, and collegues.
On behalf of ARCS Foundation Members -
sincerely - Ruth Anne Unik, ARCS Corresponding Secretary.

Ann Cookman Walsh

December 22, 2011

Mike,Eugen1a and Marion,
What a shock! And just yesterday I got my Christmas card returned because forwarding had expired and i was ready to dash it off again..hoping to get it there before the holidays..though I remember making that deadline was not always one of Cynthia's priorities...her cards -once composed-often arrived in springtime but I always enjoyed the family updates even though you all kept missing opportunities here in SF Bay Area!
Cynthia was my very best friend through high school and we shared all those wonderful and unforgettable experiences of that time.
If there is some way I can make a trip to Chicago on the 15th work, I will.

Kay McSpadden

December 22, 2011

I was deeply shocked and saddened at the news of Cynthia's passing. I worked with her on many projects at Truman and always admired her creativity and sharp intelligence and wit. My sincerest sympathy to all her family.

December 19, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Cynthia's family through these trying times. Rebecca L. Slagle Homewood, IL.

December 18, 2011

I was devastated to hear this news. I worked with Cynthia at the ARCS Foundation. I am deeply sadden and my heart goes out to her family.
Beth Tolva Oak Brook, Il.

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