Cynthia Eade "Cindy" Nolen, 52, of Las Vegas passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2011, at home with her beloved "boys," Moose and Charlie by her side. Born June 27, 1958 in Olean, N.Y., she attended school in Alleghany and Saratoga Springs before earning her associates degree at Albany Business College. Cindy moved to Las Vegas in 1977 and was employed by Clark County Community College before going to work for the City of Las Vegas in 1980, retiring as the assistant to the City manager. She was also the human resources manager for Nevada Title and volunteered on many political campaigns. Proud to be a "conservative Democrat," her intelligence and balanced perspectives created admiration and respect from those lucky enough to know her. It was at City Hall that Cindy met the love of her life and future husband, Councilman Robert "Bob" Nolen. The two traveled, embraced life and spent time with family and many wonderful friends. Along the way they raised grandson, Kyle. Cindy was diagnosed with scleroderma in 1999, a disease that forever changed her life but not her will to live. Having battled her way back from death on more than one occasion, family and friends credited the "Cindy factor" with the miracle of her many recoveries. Always a leader, Cindy received the Volunteer of the Year award in 2005 after playing a leading role in the Scleroderma Foundation's Advocacy Efforts in Washington, D.C., serving on the Foundation's National Board of Directors, as the president of the Southern Nevada chapter, and volunteering to be the "face of scleroderma" on the cover of the Foundation's literature. A three-year hiatus in Green Bay, Wis., brought her even closer to her third love (behind her husband and cats), the Green Bay Packers. A loving daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt, she was preceded in death by husband, Bob; and mother, Janice Mae. She is survived by her father, Robert Eade (Carolyn) of Allegheny, N.Y.; stepfather, Tom Griffith (Dee) of Las Vegas; sisters, Nancy VanVreede (Allan) of Green Bay, Barbara Robertson (Bruce) of Green Bay, Elaine Kelley (David Gay) of Las Vegas, and Alicia Jankowski (Gene) of Alleghany. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and cousins. Viewing will be from 11 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 2, with memorial services following, both at Palm Mortuary-Summerlin, 7400 W. Cheyenne Ave. Graveside service and internment will follow at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, 1500 Las Vegas Blvd. N. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Cindy's name to the Scleroderma Foundation, 300 Rosewood Drive, Ste. 105, Danvers, MA 01923, or the Arthritis Foundation .
Arrangements under the direction of Palm Cheyenne Mortuary, Las Vegas, NV.
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April 5, 2011
God has opened His loving arms to welcome dear Cousin Cindy into His heavenly home where she is no longer suffering. Cousin Vickie Eade Eddy (Yuma, Arizona and Olean, New York)
April 5, 2011
Rich and Sheila Gray
Cindy was an inspiration to all of us living with scleroderma. She will always be remembered in our prayers for her generous spirit. Our condolences to Cindy's family.
April 4, 2011
Jodie Martin and Family
My prayers and condolences go to Cindy's sisters, cousins, parents and friends. I miss my cousin so much and love her. She was so special, strong and she will always be in my heart. Rest peacefully, Cindy xoxoxo
April 4, 2011
Lynn Belli
My thoughts and prayers continue for the Eade family. I live in Ferdinand, IN now but did not mention in my previous message I knew the Eade family in Allegany, NY. May the joy and generosity, Cindy bestowed on so many people, give you peace.
April 3, 2011
Bergreen-Johnson Lynn
Even as a young girl, Cindy had both outer and inner beauty. She also had a lively spirit that drew you to her. She will live on through all those magical moments giggling girls share with each other. I am grateful to have known her and wish all her family and friends peace in your hearts.
April 3, 2011
Mike Schaefer
Dear Mrs. Kelley and to the family of Cynthia Nolen, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. From the students of Diskin Elementary School.
April 2, 2011
Sandy VanSkiver Fluent
I had the pleasure of knowing Cindy when we were growing up in Allegany, NY. What a fun, wonderful girl she was! It doesn't surprise me for a second that she would touch the lives of so many people and make a difference in this world. Love to you, Cindy. You will be missed, but you will certainly never be forgotten.
April 2, 2011
I was very sad to hear of Cindy's passing. I am thankful to have known her during this earthly life. The scleroderma world will most certainly miss her contribution.
Sherlyn D. Delaney
April 2, 2011
Lynn Belli
Special thoughts and prayers for the Eade family. As a child I remember Cindy and her sisters. We had fun playing together. I remember Cindy as a kind and thoughful person. It has been a long time since I have seen any of the family, but my heart goes out to them as they grieve their loss.
April 2, 2011
Kyle Nolen
Cindy, the most giving selfless person I know. She affected and helped so many people just by sharing her story and by showing not only how to get by but how to live life. I know that she will be missed by many and am proud to be able call her my grandmother.
To my dearest Cindy Love always Kyle
April 2, 2011
RAYMOND RUCHEL
Tom; please accept my deepest condolences
If there is anything I can do, don't be afraid to ask. My PH.(702)4529825
April 1, 2011
Leslie Reilly
Dear Barb, although we did not know your sister our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Jim and Leslie
April 1, 2011
We here in Green Bay are mourning with you. I feel honored to have gotten to know her, and her nieces and nephews are the luckiest spoiled relatives in the world. We love you all.
Peggy, Karen and Leslie.
March 31, 2011
Connie Elliano
Cindy, you will be sooooo missed by our families. You are such a dear wonderful woman and we are all blessed for having known you. Much love.
March 31, 2011
Andrea Oakland
Cyndi was the first person I met in Green Bay with Scleroderma. She was so warm and friendly. She made me more comfortable with the disease. Such a strong and loving woman will never be forgotten.
March 31, 2011
Frannie Waldron
So many memories, so much fun, such great support, I love you dear Cindy, I will miss you, may your family and friends find some comfort in knowing how much you were loved.
Frannie
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