Cindy Bartling

Cynthia “Cindy” Kaye Goble Bartling, 62, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2015 at Unity Point Health Des Moines Methodist.

Cindy was born May 16, 1952 in Des Moines to Vernon and Betty (Canon) Goble. She was fun, good natured, selfless, charismatic, loving, calm and level headed. Cindy could light up a room, draw you in and make you feel special. She was a survivor and never complained about her misfortune or pain. Cindy was a caregiver and dedicated her life’s work to helping others. She had a strong belief in God and let Him guide her through life. Cindy was not judgmental and had an intense passion and love for her family, friends and her animals, especially her Pugs. She was hardworking and completely dedicated to her family. She had made an impact on so many lives and will be dearly missed.

Cynthia is survived by her daughter, Lacey (Scott Knecht) Bartling; grandson, Eben Drake Knecht; sisters, Kate, Julie and Bonnie; brothers, Dan, Mike, Steve and Kenny; and her step-father, Dale Cunningham.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon James Goble and Betty Jean Cunningham; son, Damon Drake Bartling; and her sisters, Sherri Robbins and Pamela Rogers.

The family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2015 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A memorial service will be held Friday March 6th at 12 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family or to www.youcaring.com/memorial-fundraiser/laying-cindy-to-rest/315313.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.

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