Cynthia K. Eamer

**Cynthia Kaye Eamer: A Life Celebrated with Love and Laughter**

Cynthia Kaye Eamer, known affectionately as Cindy, passed away surrounded by her family's love on June 27, 2024. She was 65. Born on November 25, 1958, Cindy grew up in the close-knit communities of Webster City and Altoona, where she developed a lifelong passion for the natural world.

Cindy's professional journey spanned roles that reflected her meticulous attention to detail and her creative flair. She spent a significant part of her career as a dental technician, later finding joy at JAS Concrete before her retirement. Beyond her professional life, Cindy was a dedicated caretaker of her acreage, a sanctuary for horses and a donkey, embodying her deep connection to all living things.

An avid lover of the outdoors, Cindy found solace and joy in camping and horseback riding, especially her treks to Eminence, Missouri. Her spirit shone brightest during her annual "camping trips with the girls," a beloved ritual that mixed laughter, reminiscing, and crafting.
Cindy's artistic talents were diverse, spanning woodworking, ceramics, painting, and was most enthralled with photography. Each creation showcased her dedication and artistic vision. But her roles as a devoted mother and beloved Grammie brought her the most joy. Cindy transformed her home into a playground of wonder for her grandchildren, complete with backyard campouts, sleepovers filled with candy, and late-night frog-catching adventures.

Cindy leaves behind a loving family: her father, Lloyd Hennigar; daughters, Angela Little (Eric), Sara Todd; grandchildren, Koby, Addison, Cameron and Brendan; niece, Amy Van Sickel; and nephews, Ty and Treyc. She was predeceased by her brothers, Rollie Fisher and Mark Hennigar and her son, B.J. Iseminger.

A joint visitation will be held for Cindy and her mother Peggy Hennigar from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 10 also at the funeral home.

Cindy's vibrant spirit and boundless love left an indelible mark on her community and everyone she touched. Her memory will continue to inspire all who knew her to live fully, love deeply, and laugh often. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Easter Seals of Iowa, a tribute to her compassionate spirit.

Cynthia Kaye Eamer's legacy of living fully, loving deeply, and laughing often will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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Addison Selby

07/05/2026

Im her granddaughter and its now been 2 years since her passing. I haven’t came over the grief of her and i haven’t even learned to really live with it. I miss her so much everyday. Theres still not a day that goes by that i just want to see her one more time. Id do anything for that one more time. She was such an amazing person and forever will be. One thing i miss most about her are her hugs. I hate most hugs but the ones from her where different. She was such a safe space for me. I loved her hugs and the when she always had such a bright spark in her eyes. I still think about all of the things ill never get to tell her. Like that im now 15 and that i got a job and the fact that she wont be here to see me grow up anymore. One thing she said to me when i had accidentally broken something, she didnt get mad like most people would have. She looked at me as i was on the verge of tears and says to me “hey no reason to be upset, nothing is ever really broken. It can always be fixed.” Even though it was a mini trailer thingy i had broken, what she had told me stuck with me. I miss you everyday gramie and theres not a day that goes by that i dont think of you. I love you to infinity gramie.

Addison selby

03/15/2026

I was her only girl granddaughter, she was the most amazing person ever. And she always will be. Not a single day goes by that I don’t think of my grandma, she was so filled with joy, jokes, and laughter. I remember all those sleepovers staying up till 3am playing monopoly and then waking up at 7am hearing her alarm but not seeing her knowing she was out feeling donkey and the horses. I’m always thinking of her and can’t help but think about all the new things that have happened in my life I’ll never get to tell her. I love her so much and always will. She was the favorite person ever and forever will be. I love you Grammie and miss you sm.

Mitch

09/26/2024

She was my first love, although brief, she has stayed in my heart through the years, the travels, deployments, and now through eternity. Cindy, rest now for you were truly blessed….