Cynthia May, Tipton
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September 15, 1930 - February 22, 2023
Mothers are one of God’s blessings in our lives. Mothers teach us to have confidence and believe in ourselves. They love us with all their heart and soul. Mothers know from experience how important it was for her people to believe in themselves in order for her children to be whole, strong, and grow in healthy relationships. She lived with faith and courage. She was an inspiration and blessing to us all.
Cynthia Marie May, the second child of Louis and Marie Brummer, was born on September 15, 1930. She passed to her heavenly home on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the Resident Care Center at the Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas.
Cynthia attended St. Boniface Grade and High School. Following graduation, she taught at Holy Corner School for a number of years.
On October 21, 1953, Cynthia was wedded to Arthur May at the K of C Hall, Tipton’s temporary Catholic Church. They worked together hand in hand and enjoyed a happy wedded life. They were blessed with six children to complete their lives. Art and Cynthia were privileged to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with family and friends. One day after their 56th anniversary, Cynthia lost her devoted husband and soulmate.
Our mother wasn’t a strong woman, but a woman of strength kneeling in prayer to keep her soul in shape and her family and soul safe. She knelt in prayer as each storm passed, for each family member in war and at home and for her community. Although we can’t hear her voice or see her smile, she walks and kneels beside us daily.
Our mother was a woman of strength, showing courage in the midst of her fears. Never will I forget how she led the rosary at Cyrena’s bedside, never wavering after Grandpa Brummer laid his hand on her shoulder, or caressing my hand after my first brain surgery, or being at dad’s side after his accident until God took him home. Mom listened to us. She wiped away our tears and wrapped her arms around us, understanding how scared we were.
Mom never let anyone get the best of her, but was a woman of strength, giving her best to everyone. She gave us the virtues of giving of one’s self, enjoying simplicity, determination, happiness, love of family, and our faith in God and his blessed mother.
Mom made mistakes in her life but always realized them as one of God’s blessings and grew with each one.
Mom wasn’t always sure-footed. She had Dad by her side and always knew that God was walking with her and would catch her if she fell. Mom found strength in her rosary and her devotion to the Miraculous Medal. One bead, one decade at a time. Mom’s faith kept her strong while the world around her was in turmoil.
A strong woman wears the look of confidence on her face, but a woman of strength wears grace and pride. Mom was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her faith and family were the center of her life. Her unfailing support and tender care carried many family members through trials and difficult times. No, we can’t see her with our human eyes, but she will always answer us when we talk to her.
A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey, but a woman of strength has faith that in the journey she will become strong. Mom was very independent, or should we say determined? She was devoted to fulfilling her family needs. She offered comfort when needed, was liberal with praise, yet firm and uncompromising in her guidance and discipline.
Mom suffered a stroke in 2016 in Colorado, leaving her left side paralyzed. Heaven was not ready for Mom yet, so she moved to Beloit to be closer to family. She enjoyed visits from her children, grandchildren, and siblings, while all along never doubting God’s love and plan for her.
Left to cherish her memory is son Curtis and wife Christine; five daughters, Carmel and husband Steve Dlabal, Crystal and husband Jim Maguire, Cheri and husband Meredith Marrs, Cyrena and husband Steve Criswell, and Cyrilla and husband Todd Fahlsing. Also surviving are 19 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren, as well as two sisters, Sylvia Budke and Michelle Murrow, and three brothers, Victor, Harry, and Kenneth Brummer.
Cynthia was preceded in death by her husband Arthur; son-in-law Jeff Dunn; her parents Marie and Louis Brummer; a sister, Twyla Remus; and brothers Charles and Melvin Brummer.
Mom, when you closed your eyes and soared to Heaven, we could hear the faint flutter of your wings as you left and felt your love in our hearts and souls. Thank you for all your understanding, love, and support you have given us. Thank you for teaching us the true meaning of family. We love you, you will be forever in our hearts.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 25 at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Tipton. A rosary service will be at 7 p.m. Friday, and visitation will be from 5 p.m. until the rosary service begins at the church.
Memorials may be given to the St. Boniface Memorial Trust Fund or Tipton Schools.
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