Cynthia is preceded in death by her parents, James and Marcia Pauly, devoted husband of 28 years, Benjamin Neil McCluskey, infant son John Charles “Chuckie” Kennedy; her brother and sisters Doug Pauly, Diana Kerwin and Judy Sager; and her best friend Shirley Nopper.
She is survived by her two children and six grandchildren: Marcia (Brandon) Dalton, whose children are Chad Michael, Kennedy and Benjamin; and Michael (Desiree) McCluskey, whose children are Riley, Mason and Maddox. She is also survived by her sister, Linda Tenanus; special sister-in-law, Linda Wells; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would also like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of MHHS Critical Care Unit.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 in Hamblen Memory Gardens at 11:00 am. Michael McCluskey and Rev. Fletcher Porter will officiate.
