Cindy graduated from Metamora Township High School and received an associates in applied sciences from Rio Salado Community College.
Cindy spent many years working as a CNA and was certified in Arizona, Illinois, Florida and Texas. Outside of taking care of others Cindy enjoyed spaghetti, orange juice, road trips, watching Game of Thrones and spending time with her kids.
She was survived by her three children; Samuel Strehlow, Abby Strehlow, and Gregory Strehlow, as well as her sisters; Deborah Brooks and Lisa Smejkal and her father Larry Hanley.