H. Lucinda Shurelds

H. Lucinda Shurelds, of Westerville, OH, peacefully passed away on 3/24/2025 at the age of 71. Cindy was a kind and passionate women who touched the lives of many with her warmth and generosity.

Born on 9/24/1953 in Gallipolis, OH, Cindy was the child of Charles L. Stanley and H. Mildred Pealer. Cindy is survived by her children Jeremy (Anna) Hubbell, Dana "DJ" (Jaclyn) Shurelds, and Savannah (Jimmy) Erwin; her grandchildren Aidan, Harper, Parker and Emma; and her brother Charles "Chuck" Stanley.

Cindy was a graduate of Bluffton College where she earned her degree in Education and later, earned her Master's Degree from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. She worked as a teacher for 37 years in the cities of Ada, Lima, and Delaware, OH with most of her career teaching Science at the Delaware Area Career Center.

Cindy was a member of the Blendon Township Senior Center and was dedicated to God and the church. She always volunteered in community programs, local pen pal programs, and had a very special place in her heart for animal rescue. Cindy enjoyed wood craving, sunning at the pool or beach, and expressing herself through arts and crafts.

Throughout her life Cindy had a love for animals of all shapes and sizes. Upon retirement from teaching, she even created her own pet toy and snack business. Although she enjoyed her hobbies and being involved in her church and social organizations, Cindy found her true passion in being "Gammy" to her grandchildren. She was a devoted mother to her three children and a beloved grandmother to her four grandchildren.

A memorial visitation will be held at Moreland Funeral Home at 55 E. Schrock Ave. in Westerville, OH on Tuesday April 8, 2025 between 5pm and 7pm. Cindy wished to be cremated before being interred with her mother at Mount Vernon Memorial Gardens.

Cindy will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She loved hard and cared deeply about others. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and compassion. She truly was a stranger to no one.