Cynthia Ann Whorley, a sweet and loving soul, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, at St. Thomas West in Nashville, Tennessee, surrounded by her family. Cindy, as she was affectionately known, was born on August 11, 1954, in Lincoln County, TN, to JoAnn O’Neal Whorley and the late Clyde Darwin Whorley.
Cindy was a woman of faith, with a heart that radiated love and kindness. She was devoted to her Lord and took great joy in saying her prayers daily. She loved her family dearly and was always a source of positivity and encouragement. Whether swimming, enjoying the outdoors, or simply sharing a smile, Cindy had a remarkable way of lifting the spirits of those around her. She fought with strength and grace through life’s challenges and will be remembered for her unwavering determination and joyful spirit.
A funeral service to honor Cindy’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Higgins Funeral Home, with Bro. Donnie Browning officiating. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to visit from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday, prior to the service, at Higgins Funeral Home.
Cindy leaves behind her loving mother, JoAnn O’Neal Whorley; her beloved nephews, Austin (Josey) Whorley and Jordan (Shelby) Whorley; her cherished niece, Nikia (Dusty) McCormick; great-nieces and nephews, Rhyatt Whorley, Leon Van Whorley, Kynlee McCormick, and Luke McCormick; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, and special friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Clyde Darwin Whorley, and her brothers, Clyde Van Whorley and Steven Earl Whorley. She was also reunited with her maternal grandparents, Cabe and Iva Lou O’Neal, and paternal grandparents, Grady Earl and Kathleen Davis Whorley.
In remembrance of Cindy’s life, may we continue to carry her legacy of love, faith, and kindness in our hearts.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Cynthia Ann Whorley.
What a kind and sweet person she was! My prayers are with Mrs. JoAnn. 🙏🙏🙏
JOANNE, I am so sorry about Cindy. She was such a loving person like her brother Van. May God be with you in this time of sorrow.
So very sorry to hear of Cindy’s passing. Blessed to have known her for many years. She always greeted me with a beautiful smile and was truly excited to see me. Such a kind hearted soul with so much love and positivity to share. She will be missed but I know she will have an everlasting pain free life. 🙏💐😇✝️🩷
May God comfort her loved ones.
Thinking of you, Mrs. JoAnn! Cindy was such a very sweet person. My prayers for you, the family and all her many friends during this time. My sincerest condolences!
Iam so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family she was a very sweet lady. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Jack and I send our sincerest sympathies. Our hearts and prayers are with you, her family, and her friends. May God grant you all Peace and Comfort now and in the future.
Such a sweet sweet soul Her heart was filled with love. Prayers for you.
Ms. JoAnn, We are so sorry for the loss of your precious daughter, Cindy. Cindy always had a smile for everyone . We remember how sweet she would be when I would call to talk to Ms. JoAnn. Our family is very saddened for your family. Our thoughts and prayers go with you as you navigate and adjust to changes in your life. May God give you peace and comfort! Our love, Wanda and Bob Williams and family
Cindy was one of the sweetest people I know. I never saw her without a smile on her face. I loved her. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Cindy was a true sweetheart to so many. She always had that beautiful smile and her loving heart for everyone she met. . Prayers for her loving mom and her family. I worked with Van for many, many years. Such a precious family
Joann I I have never meet a more sweeter kinder person than Cindy. It breaks my heart to read of her passing. I am praying that God will carry you through the loss of your precious Cindy. Love and prayers. Peggy Cobb
Cindy you were a beautiful soul and prayers that your family is comforted during this time.
Mark and I are so sorry, JoAnn. She was such a sweet lady and loved everybody. We pray for peace and comfort for you as you grieve for the loss.
Cindy will be missed such a loving person
We are So Sorry. She was A Beautiful Lady inside and out. God Bless the Family and Friends with Comfort and Peace in the Days to Come. 🙏❤️🙏