Cynthia L. Hollingsworth

Cynthia L Hollingsworth passed away on April 27, 2026. She was 89 years old. Cynthia was born on October 27, 1936, in Cleveland Ohio, the only child of Neale H Stewart and Marcia Mead Bowser Stewart. In 1943 at the age of seven, she traveled with her parents across the country to Sunnyvale, CA where her father had accepted a position as a design artist on the defense contracts with the Hendy Iron Works. A lifelong learner, Cynthia first earned a teaching degree and taught physical education and social studies for several years. Her passion for education and science later led her to pursue a career as a Medical Technologist. She went on to enjoy a long and respected career working as a Med Tech. Cynthia also proudly served her country in the United States Marine Corps during the Cold War era. Commissioned a Lieutenant, she served as an Administrative Officer, completing two years of active duty followed by two years in the reserves before her discharge in 1960. At a time when few women served in the Marine Corps, Cynthia truly embodied the spirit of “The Few. The Proud.” On August 27, 1970 she married Charles “Charlie” Hollingsworth, whom she had met at a skating rink where Charlie was her instructor. In 1979 Cynthia and Charlie moved to Cashmere, WA where they bought a 1904 farm house and began remodeling it. After years of remodeling projects, they moved in 1991 to a newly built home at the North end of Western Ave. in Wenatchee, happily leaving major renovations behind. In the early `1980’s Cynthia joined Wenatchee Valley Clinic, now Confluence Health, and worked in the laboratory as a generalist rotating through all the departments. She was respected by her co-workers and made many long lasting friendships throughout her years there. Cynthia’s hobbies included photography and reading. Following her own battle with breast cancer and a mastectomy, she compassionately volunteered her time counseling and supporting other post mastectomy patients. She had several rescue dogs over the years and loved to put them through the paces with agility training. She was particularly fond of Border Collies, but her faithful friend to the end was her dear friend Skyla, an Australian Shepherd. Cynthia was known for her walks around the neighborhood, always accompanied by her very best friend, Skyla. She loved to visit with her neighbors about flowers and gardening and was noted for her lively discussions about current events. She was preceded in death by her husband Charlie and her parents. Cynthia is survived by a host of friends who will miss her giggle and smile. A special thank you goes out to the many care givers who supported Cynthia over the last three years. She was a strong and independent lady who found it difficult to enlist the help of others. Thank you to Merryn, Jason and their wonderful staff at Caring at Cordell. You were a blessing to her during her final days. A memorial service is planned for May 22, 10:00 am, at Columbia Grove Covenant Church in East Wenatchee where she was a member. Memorials in Cynthia’s name may be given to the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society and Serve Wenatchee. Please express your thoughts and memories on the online guestbook at jonesjonesbetts.com. Arrangements by Jones & Jones – Betts Funeral Home.

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Cynthia L. Hollingsworth

October 27, 1936 - April 27, 2026