Cynthia Gay York

March 4, 1961 - February 13, 2021

Cynthia Gay York, surrounded by loved ones, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2021. Cynthia was born in Saint Louis, Missouri in 1961. She was the fourth child of six born to Ozie and Charlie Collins. Cynthia graduated from Laboure High School in 1979, an all girls catholic school at that time. In 1980, she enlisted in the U. S. Army and served in duty at Fort Hood, Texas and Germany until 1987. During her time in the service, she met her beloved husband of forty years, Stephen York. Shortly after, Cynthia received her nursing license as an LPN. She had a true passion in the medical field and enjoyed serving her community. Cynthia loved spending time with her family and friends. Though, in her free time, she was found in the comfort of her home watching her favorite old movies, and cooking for her family. Cynthia was known for her great cooking and 7-up cakes that was loved by all. Cynthia’s smile and laugh was infectious and her personality was unmatched. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ozie and Charlie Collins and her son, Charlie York. Those left to cherish her memory are: her husband ~ Stephen York; two children ~ Eddie York (Shene) and Rachel Bradley; three sisters ~ Velva Pryor (Charles), Cheryl Finley (James) and Lori Moten (Tony); two brothers ~ Ozie Collins, Jr. and Dale Collins; two grandchildren ~ Evan and Evelyn York; a loving mother-in-law ~ Cynthia Fogle; four sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law; one goddaughter; and many nieces, nephews; other family and friends.