Cynthia K. Shideler

Cynthia K. Shideler, 65, of Huntington, passed away peacefully at 3:15 am Saturday, November 19, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family after a short illness. Cynthia was born on September 21, 1957, in Bluffton, IN, the daughter of Larry Chapin and Elaine (Richardson) Chapin. She graduated from Huntington North High School with the class of 1975 and continued her education at Indiana Wesleyan where she received her associates degree in business administration. Cynthia married the love of her life Dennis M. Shideler on August 23, 1975, in Huntington, IN. She was employed for many years at Wal-Mart, in the human resource department and pharmacy. Cynthia was a faithful member of the Faith Community Church of God in Huntington, IN; and a lifetime member of the V.F.W. post 2689 of Huntington, IN. Cynthia had a bigger than life personality, she was outgoing, feisty, ornery, and always had a good sense of humor. She was an avid crafter, the master of monster cookies and enjoyed making plates of Christmas goodies to share with others. Cynthia’s favorite places to go included her countless trips to craft stores. She always looked forward to autumn and the changing of the leaves. Cynthia absolutely loved to go camping with friends and family. Her main passion was her grandchildren and the time she spent with them. Cynthia was devoted to her family and a true matriarch. Survivors include her loving husband of 47 years, Dennis M. Shideler of Huntington, IN; mother, Elaine M. Chapin of Huntington, IN; son, Travis W. (Kasey) Shideler of Farmersville, OH; daughter, Kathleen "Kat" A. (Kortney Hum) Shideler of Roanoke, IN; two sisters, Melanie S. Jones of Pennsylvania, Johanna (Damian) Sigman of Colorado; and five beautiful blessings she called her grandchildren, Holt, Lanie, Lily, Addie and Sadie. She is preceded in death by her father, Larry A. Chapin, son, Christopher H. Shideler, brothers, Rodney R. Chapin, and Dennis A. Chapin. Visitation will be from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Faith Community Church of God, 3615 North Norwood Road, Huntington, IN. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 pm Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Faith Community Church of God with Pastor Micah Mobley officiating. Preferred memorials to the Riley Hospital for Children or Eleos Hospice, in care of Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Cynthia K. Shideler.

Cynthia K. Shideler

September 21, 1957 - November 19, 2022