With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved matriarch, Lucinda “Cinda” Rusin, who departed this Earth on July 9, 2024. At the age of 72, she rested in her final moments surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a woman of strength, deep faith, and strong conviction who cherished every moment she spent with her loved ones. Her unwavering spirit will always be remembered. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community in Fort Smith, leaving behind a legacy of faith and fortitude.
She was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven by her beloved son Scott, her mother Rita Scherrey and her father Louis Torres. She leaves behind her husband of 48 years Ken Rusin, son and wife, Pete and Katie Rusin of Fort Smith, daughter Michele Rusin of Fort Smith, step-sons Brad Rusin of Australia and Kevin and Nicole Rusin of Southern California, and grandchildren Adriana Rusin, Karlee Rusin, and Presley Rusin all of Fort Smith, Adam and Adi Rusin of California, and Bennett Damon-Cannava of California.
Cinda began her life in Southern California and sought to travel the world as a flight attendant for Continental Airlines. After meeting Ken in 1974, she knew their love would sustain them through the journey of life. Ken and Cinda moved to Arkansas in 1976 and she dedicated many years working beside Ken as they built Spray Rite, Inc. from the ground up and raised their 3 beautiful children. Cinda was a wonderful hostess, and everyone was welcome at her table. She showed us all her love through her amazing cooking. A woman of devout faith, Cinda would commit herself to prayer for her family and her extensive web of friends who she loved as family.
To commemorate her remarkable life and the memories we cherish, A visitation for Cinda will be held Sunday, July 14, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel, 201 North 12th Street, Fort Smith, AR. A rosary will occur on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 6:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home Chapel.
A funeral mass will occur Monday, July 15, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fort Smith, AR., with burial at Holy Cross Cemetery to follow.
We welcome all who knew her to join us in remembering and celebrating the life of a truly remarkable woman who is deeply loved and will be missed.
A pillar of strength and beacon of love, her absence leaves a void in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving in Cinda’s name to Heart to Heart Pregnancy Support Center, 417 South 16th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901, or Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1301 Frank Street Barling, AR 72923.
Online condolences may be sent to: www.edwardsfuneralhome.com
