In loving memory of

Cynthia A. Fikany
March 17, 1955 - January 28, 2014

FIKANY, Cynthia Ann (nee Wojtaszek); Age 58; January 28, 2014. Survived by her husband, Michael; loving daughters, Christine Fikany Tracy (Landon), Andrea, Michelle, and Margaret; sister, Pamela G. Witte; brother, Gregory F. Wojtaszek; and many loving nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, cousins and friends. A memorial gathering will take place Saturday, February 8th, from 10:00am until the time of the Funeral Mass 11:00am at St. Clare of Montefalco Catholic Church, 1401 Whittier, Grosse Pointe Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions (monetary or In Kind donations) made to Childrens Hospital of Michigan Foundation, 3901 Beaubien St, Detroit, MI 48201 or http://www.chmfoundation.org would be appreciated. A wish list for the Gifts In-kind donations may be found at: http://www.chmfoundation.org/ways-to-help/gifts-in-kind-donations/Light a candle and share a memory at: www.verheyden.org

Tributes

Elizabeth Dale wrote on Jan 21, 2015:

"On this first anniversary of the passing of a beautiful mother, wife and daughter, I pray for Mike and family to remember the sweet moments of loving and laughing with Cynthia. God Bless you all."

Marilyn and J. D. MacKay wrote on Feb 28, 2014:

"Dear Cindy, You are missed. You counted. When you and your family moved next door (Whittier Road), J. D. and I were ecstatic! Then we came to know you, and were very happy we did. Our memories are of a growing, happy family. Our memories of you, Cindy, are of a bright, vivacious, caring, loving and happy neighbor, woman and mother. You count(ed), Cindy, and you are missed. Marilyn and J. D. MacKay"

Barbara Gruenwald wrote on Feb 27, 2014:

"I only met this lovely, vivacious woman once when she was hurrying in to her daughter's class on Back-to-School night at GP South High School. Cindy seemed to know all of the other parents and everyone was happy to see her. She lit up the room. I had two of her sweet and beautiful girls as students. They are a huge part of the lasting and loving legacy which Mrs. Fikany leaves. My deepest sympathies to Mike and his family, Barbara Gruenwald"

Condolences from the Basile family. wrote on Feb 11, 2014:

"We were recently saddened to hear the news of the passing of Cindy. She was a great woman and we will all miss her. We are sorry for your loss. Mark & Maura Basile"

Loren Schuster wrote on Feb 10, 2014:

"My heart goes out to your whole family. Remember all the good times and laughter. You are all in my prayers. I love you, your cousin Loren."

Shelly Gillette King wrote on Feb 9, 2014:

"Frank, Kelly and I are heartbroken at the loss of Cindy. Condolences and prayers to your entire family. Shelly, Frank & Kelly King"

Jim and Janet Riehl wrote on Feb 8, 2014:

"Jim and I were deeply saddened to bear of Cindy's passing She was a beautiful woman inside and out. Our love and prayers go out to Mike and his family at this most difficult time. "

Melissa Mabarak Gilmore wrote on Feb 8, 2014:

"Fikany family I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My prays are with you at this so very sad time. "

Cindy Teeter-Madigan wrote on Feb 8, 2014:

"So very,very sorry to hear this sad news. Many great memories from our days at Dominican. Cindy was always as kind as she was beautiful. Mike, you and the girls are truly in my thoughts & prayers."

Joanne and Mike Czerny wrote on Feb 8, 2014:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mike and girls, as well as the entire Fikany family. Peace be with you."

Rhonda Kolyer Tocco wrote on Feb 8, 2014:

"Mike, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."

Sara Rubsam wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"Dear Aunt Cindy, my godmother, words cannot express how much you will be missed. Thank you for your presence, your laughter, your gifts wrapped with gold bows and the many, many memories I hold deep in my heart. "

Janet Fallon Miner wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"I will always remember Cindy for her kind words and her upbeat personality. So glad i got to know her during my years at DHS. My condolence goes out to the Fikany family. "

Childress Duffy wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"Andrea & Family, Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time as you mourn the loss of your loved one."

Joanne Xenakis wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"So very sorry for you loss. Mike, you and your family are in my prayers. With deepest. Sympathy, Joanne Xenakis"

Suzanne Monigold Lieder wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"I will always remember and cherish the fun times at Dominican with Cindy and the rest of the girls. Heaven has a beautiful and spirited angel, and Earth has a definite void. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fikany family during this difficult time. Peace, Cindy."

GPW Building Dept wrote on Feb 7, 2014:

"The entire Fikany family is in our hearts. We're sorry for your loss and hope cherished memories will inspire your strength to pay forward the kindness Cynthia shared with you. "

Roz Therrien Davin wrote on Feb 6, 2014:

"Dear Mike & girls, When I think of Cindy the words love, selflessness, devotion, loyalty, beauty come to mind. Like everyone who knew Cindy, I grieve the loss of such a wonderful person. I am so thankful our paths crossed and was lucky enough to have known Cindy. May she rest in peace and may God bless and strengthen you all. "

Leslie Miller wrote on Feb 6, 2014:

"I remember Cindy from my year of teaching Michelle at a pre school class. Cindy was, by far, the nicest mother in the class."

The Dollard Family wrote on Feb 6, 2014:

"We offer our sincere sympathy on the loss of Cindy. We have written in our hearts our memories of her. Please know, each of you, that we will keep these memories of her in a small library of prayers for her peace and for your peace and comfort as well."

Mr. & Mrs. Edward Angell wrote on Feb 6, 2014:

"Dear Mike, daughters, family, and friends of Cindy. We are so sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Cindy. We have many wonderful memories of spending time with your lovely family when we were neighbors on Audobon in the Park. Cindy taught us how to make the best Lebanese holiday meal that we still prepare and enjoy. She was such a good and thoughtful person. God Bless you and yours. Please know that good wishes and heartfelt sympathy is sent for your deep loss. Sincerely, Ed and Fran"

Michael and Ellen Rancilio wrote on Feb 6, 2014:

"Mike and Girls we are so sorry for the loss of " Beautiful Cindy " when you look out at all this snow look at the "diamond glints on the snow "and think of Cindy and know that she is always with you . "

Elizabeth dale wrote on Feb 5, 2014:

"Mike and family, I was shocked to learn of this untimely passing of your beautiful wife and mother to her children. Your whole fikany family is such a blessing to the Detroit/ grosse pointe community and this comes as a terrible shock. Please know that Lewis and I will keep you and your family in our prayers especially for Saturday. Elizabeth "

Wendy Ewen Dabish (Stanglewicz) wrote on Feb 5, 2014:

"You were such a beautiful woman inside and out!! Heaven has gained an amazing angel!"

Catherine Finn wrote on Feb 4, 2014:

"May God Bless and support you through the love of your family and friends. "

Pat Arpino (Martino) & Michael Llaneza: wrote on Feb 4, 2014:

"Mike: Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this very difficult time. Our prayers to you and your family."

D'Arcy Danaher wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Sending all my love and prayers during this difficult time. "

JeTaun E. Taylor wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"It seems so cruel to lose one so dear. Time may dull the pain, but your mother's love will always light your way. "

Barney Nowicki wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Mike.......So very shocked, saddened and sorry to hear of Cynthia's terrible, untimely passing. Even though I never met her, I know she was a magnificent human being, wife, mother, sister and so much else. Please accept my most sincere sympathy and know that I'm sending you, your daughters and all the rest of your family endless light, strength & love. Bless you all."

Rachel and James De Marte wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Christine, Thinking of you in this difficult time. May memories of your Mom and the love of family give you strength in the days ahead. XO"

Tiffany and Graham Thomas wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"You have our deepest sympathy, please know we are thinking of you in this trying time."

John& Karen Miller wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Mike, please know that you and the girls are in our hearts and prayers. Cindy was a lovely person, her beauty and kindness is reflected in your daughters. Our deepest sympathy."

Jim Ruth (Norm) wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"To the Fikany family....We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. -Jim and Sam"

Martha Fedirko and Kelly Meldrum wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. "

Vickie Wiggins wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Rest in Peace Cindy. Gone too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time."

Lois Valente wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"My deepest sympathies to the girls and the rest of the family. Your mother was one heck of a cook! I'll miss her friendship and cooking advice. "

Clare Conway wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Rest in peace, Mrs. Fikany. You were a beautiful lady and it was an honor to know you. I will always cherish the memories of you and your family that I have from St. Clare. Love, Clare"

Beatriz Parker wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your loved one rest in peace. "

greg wojtaszek wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"with Love to my Sister,,, Greg"

Lita Richardson wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Michelle - My heart goes out to you and your entire family. So very sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, Lita (your LA sister)"

Michelle Borromeo wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Andrea, Thinking of you and your family. Condolences and thank you for sharing this link with us. My prayers are with you."

Shelley Wagner wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"Cindy is now among the other Angels in Heaven and will never truly leave her beautiful daughters. Girls, your mother's spirit will always surround you and be there when you need her. May God give you comfort and strength during this difficult time. Please know how very much you are all loved!!!! "

Alvarez and Marsal wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"From Lanny's from colleagues at A, we wanted to share our deepest sympathies to the Fikany family and let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers."

Mary & Mike Naber & family wrote on Feb 3, 2014:

"You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the love and support that surrounds you. "

Laurie DuMouchelle McCarron and the McCarron fa.. wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Mike and family: We were all so sorry to hear about your loss. God bless and guide your family in the coming months. May you all be comforted knowing that she is with God and watching over you all now. God bless"

Ellen Sadur wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Andrea, My thoughts are with you and your family."

Lauren (Pankhurst) Salah wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Thinking of your whole family during this terribly sad time. praying for your strength, and sending lots and lots of love. "

Patrick, Sean & Ryan Wagner wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Our prayers go out to Mike and Girls, Cindy's family and the entire Fikany family. Cindy, you were a loving and giving person who touched so many lives. You are loved by so many. Until we meet again, my God hold you in His love."

Don and Donna Bramlage wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fikany family. We are so sorry for your loss. "

Debbie Ciaramitaro(Beaupre') wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Mike and girls, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Cindy and I spent many years being, "field trip" moms together and I remember her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with your family."

Danielle Marantette wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Such a beautiful ray of light who will continue shining down from heaven. Sending all my love and prayers."

Jim and Robin Howe wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Dear Mike and girls, We have wonderful memories of Cindy, always so kind and caring. We are praying that God will give all of you the strength to cope with your great loss. Stay strong and always stay close for your beautiful Mother, Sincerely, Jim and Robin Howe xoxo "

Pete Xenakis wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Mike, so sad to learn about your loss. My sincere condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. "

Pete Xenakis wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Mike, so sad to learn about your loss. My sincere condolences and prayers go out to you and your family. "

Dan and Debbie Shumaker wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Your family is on our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. "

Gary and Kathy Marowske wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Please know the entire Fikany family is in our thoughts and prayers."

Anne Taylor Roberts wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"I will always hold dear and treasure those times spent with Cindy at Dominican. I feel honored and blessed to have known her. My deepest sympathy and prayers to her daughters, husband, family and friends. "

Deanna Presnell wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Sending thoughts and prayers from Chicago to all the family and good friends of Cindy and Mike. "

Marchele' Lalena Davis-Mabry...Mabry Family wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"Our children grew up together.. she was a great mother, wife & neighbor.. as we all know she was breath takenly beautiful inside and out she will be missed.. "

Pam Chambers (Filarey) wrote on Feb 2, 2014:

"I will keep your loved ones in my prayers at this very sad time, remembering beautiful Cindy from Dominican High years..."

Nancy O'Keefe wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"I haven't seen Cindy since high school, but I have a lasting memory of Cindy of being kind, fun loving, and beautiful - inside and out. My prayers go out to her family. "

Marisa Polito Tear wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"My prayers are with all of you. I will remember Cindy being beautiful on the inside & out. Cindy was my first friend I met at Dominican. God Bless All of You."

Debbie Coberly wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"I will always remember you my beautiful cousin. Your girls are in my prayers"

The Pfaehler Family wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you."

Verene Tisler Goulette wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"My prayers are with all of you. I will always remember Cindy as a warm and friendly person. I met Cindy at high school and she was a person who was nice to every one."

Renee and Aaron Render wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you Uncle Mike, Christine, Andrea, Michelle, and Margaret. I have so many fond Aunt Cindy memories from our many Fun-Filled Fikany Family Picnics when we were little kids. Aunt Cindy was always there to keep us in line and corral us from the swimming pool to the playground. Love you all, Renee "

Steph Drozer & John Grace wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Sending positive thoughts and love to celebrate the life of a beautiful soul. "

EJ Tracy wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Prayers And Love For Cynthia',Her Girls And Family Aunt EJ"

Fran, David, and Sara from California wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Dear Christine, Andrea, Michelle, and Margaret, We are so very sorry for your loss. I know your mom loved you very much and was very proud of all of you. We are sure the angels rushed her into heaven. Our thoughts are with you."

Bob, Betty, and Amy Zaranek wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Dear Mike and family, We are so sorry to hear about Cindy and send our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you all. Cindy was beautiful, inside and out. She will be missed by all who knew her. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this difficult time. The angels and saints have welcomed her into Paradise. With our love and sympathy, Bob, Betty, and Amy"

Larry St. Charles wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"I am deeply saddened with the loss of our dear cousin Cyndi. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike and the entire family, that they may find comfort during this time of deep sorrow. Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted."

David & Jenny Hall wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Thoughts, prayers and so much love"

Marylynn Kacir wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Remembering her energy and spirit during our high school years."

Jacqueline & Kenneth Brody wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Our love and thoughts are with Christine, Andrea, Michelle, and Margaret. Mrs. Fikany was a beautiful person inside and out. Whenever you saw her around Grosse Pointe she would always take a moment to stop and ask how you were doing. She deeply cared for everyone around her and was a loving, kind, and compassionate person. She is deeply missed by all who knew her. Love, Jackie and Kenny Brody"

Michele Reis wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"So very sorry for your loss and I am sending good thoughts and prayers to all of you."

Kate Gladchun wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Mike and Family: I was so saddened to hear about Cindy. I enjoyed getting to know her on our North Carolina trips looking for furniture. She was sweet. I hope you will recall good memories to keep you warm at this sad time and the years ahead.... With sympathy, Kate Evancho Gladchun"

Laurie and Mark Carter wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Mike and girls, We are so sorry to hear of Cindy's passing. She was a sweet and wonderful mother, and will be deeply missed. We will always remember her marvelous laugh. We are so sorry we will miss the memorial, but we will be out of town. Our thought and prayers are with you all. Love, Laurie & Mark"

Theresa(St.Charles)Alumbaugh wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Our love and prayers are with the Fikany family. God has not promised immunity from sorrow, but he has promised that he will be present with us through it: "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted"(Matthew 5:4)"

Lynn Wood( wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"Michelle, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. I am the same age as her, so it really hits home to me. I will be praying for you and your family that God will comfort you and give you the strength to get through each day. Lynn wood aka(Lyn Charlton)"

Jessica Belmonte wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Fikany was a loving mother and kind person. My prayers are with all of the Fikany girls during this difficult time."

Amanda Shepherd wrote on Feb 1, 2014:

"We are so sorry for the passing. What a sweet woman who made us feel so welcomed at the wedding. Rest in peace and your family is in our prayers. "

Bria Iuliano wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "

Sarah Russell Terpstra wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"To her daughters... I didn't know your mother well, but I do know that she must have been a confident, fun and loving woman because of those qualities that are present in each of you beautiful girls. I hope that each of you will live every day for her, the way that she always dreamt you would. God bless you."

Patti Bolis wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"To my dear friend I will miss you always! Thank you for the memories..love you much. "

Lizzie Schreier wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. "

Alexis Konopisos wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"To the Fikany Family~ I am so sorry for your loss~ May Her Memory Be Eternal! Sincerely, Alexis Konopisos"

Gwenn Koster Lund wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

""There you are Cindy,in our hearts" Thank you for being my friend~Love You"

Linda Galante wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you. I will always remember Cindy's beautiful smile and gorgeous eyes. To her girls, always remember she still walks with you in spirit, ALWAYS! "

Lauren Wolcott wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"In loving memory"

Al Diver wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"I am so sorry to hear this news! My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family."

Roger L. Wolcott wrote on Jan 31, 2014:

"We have lost a wonderful person, mother and friend! Look down upon us and help us on our way!"