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Cynthia Sylvester Whiteman

CYNTHIA S. WHITEMAN, 55, OF NEWNAN, GA PASSED AWAY JANUARY 27, 2010. SHE HAD THE HONOR OF SERVING THE STUDENTS OF THE CLAYTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM FOR 30 YEARS. LIKE HER TEACHING STYLE, CYNTHIA WAS A WONDERFUL WIFE, MOTHER, GRANDMOTHER, GREAT-GRANDMOTHER, DAUGHTER AND SISTER.

MRS. WHITEMAN WAS PRECEDED IN DEATH BY HER MOTHER, GLORIA EDWARDS SYLVESTER IN 1985. SURVIVORS INCLUDE HER HUSBAND MARTY WHITEMAN OF NEWNAN, GA; SON MICHAEL WHITEMAN OF ORLANDO, FL; STEP-DAUGHTER DEBBIE WHITEMAN OF MCDONOUGH, GA; STEP-SON CHUCK & WIFE AMANDA WHITEMAN OF ROSWELL, GA; 7 GRANDCHILDREN, I GREAT-GRANDCHILD; FATHER ROBERT “BUD” SYLVESTER OF COVINGTON, GA; SISTERS CAROLYN & HUSBAND BOB GODDARD OF WINDER, GA; AND CHERIE & HUSBAND GREG HECHT OF ATLANTA, GA AND SEVERAL NIECES & NEPHEWS.

FUNERAL SERVICES WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, JANUARY 30, 2010 AT 10:00AM AT THE PEACHTREE CITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WITH DR. HERZEN ANDONE OFFICIATING. BURIAL WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE WESTMINSTER MEMORIAL GARDENS, PEACHTREE CITY, GA. THE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SERVICES.

CHILDREN OF THE WORLD WOULD BE VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE HAD CINDY AS A TEACHER. EVER SINCE SHE WAS IN THE FIRST GRADE, SHE WANTED TO BE A TEACHER AND NEVER WAIVERED.

ALL THROUGH HER CHILDHOOD, CINDY COULD ATTRACT SMALL CROWDS OF CHILDREN WHEREVER SHE WENT. SHE WAS ONE OF THOSE SPECIAL TEACHERS WHO LOVED WHAT SHE DID AND TOOK GREAT PLEASURE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN. DURING HER TEACHING CAREER, SHE WAS FREQUENTLY VOTED THE MOST OUTSTANDING TEACHER OF THE YEAR FOR HER SCHOOL.

IN ADDITION TO HER PROMINENCE AS A LOVING TEACHER, CINDY WAS A TRUE DAUGHTER OF HER ANGELIC MOTHER, GLORIA. HER PLEASING, UP-BEAT MANNER WAS COMBINED WITH A SWEETNESS OF PURPOSE WHICH LENT ITSELF EXCEEDINGLY WELL IN HER PROFESSION AS A HIGHLY INTELLEGENT EDUCATOR.

CINDY CONSIDERED MICHAEL, HER SON, TO BE HER GREATEST ACHEIVEMENT. SHE TOOK GREAT PRIDE IN HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS, CHARACTER AND THE OUTSTANDING YOUNG MAN HE HAS BECOME.

FOR OVER TWO AND A HALF YEARS, CINDY WAS SERVED 24/7 BY HER LOVING HUSBAND, MARTY WHITEMAN, NO ONE COULD HAVE SERVED HER BETTER. THEIR RELATIONSHIP WAS ONE OF TRUE LOVE- BEYOND COMPARE. DURING THE DAYS OF HER STRUGGLE FOR LIFE, CINDY AND MARTY DAILY EXCHANGED LOVE LETTERS.

THE CHILDREN OF CLAYTON COUNTY AND CINDY’S FAMILY MEMBERS WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN THEIR HEARTS FOR THIS DEVOTED, LOVING LADY.

Condolences

I am deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Cindy. I always enjoyed talking with her--she was so kind and always had a smile or kind word for you. We often discussed our sons since they were the same age. She will be missed. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy Lassiter on 1/27/2010 at 3:28 PM

I feel truly blessed to have known Mrs. Whiteman! I met her first as my third grade teacher during her third year of teaching. She remained such an inspiration and friend through the years. She always expressed such love and kindness. Words cannot express how much she will be missed. I thank God He shared her with us the time He did. Heaven is more glorious today! Love and prayers for her family and loved ones! Cilla Stultz on 1/27/2010 at 5:53 PM

Our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to you, Marty, and your family. Cindy had the most wonderful, knowing smile and gracious spirit, and the kids and I always so looked forward to our little visits. I am comforted knowing she is resting in a beautiful place of peace. Miranda Graham on 1/28/2010 at 12:21 AM

I am deeply saddened to hear of Cindy's passing. She was an inspiration to the students of Clayton County and a wonderful friend and colleague. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God Bless. Carolyn Crawford on 1/28/2010 at 7:04 AM

Marty, thinking of you and your family at this time of great loss. You have been a wonderful husband and caretaker to her during her illness. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dan & Theda Kirby on 1/28/2010 at 9:48 AM

I am so sad to hear of Cindy's passing. She was one of the most kind, gentle and loving persons that I have known. Patsy Hoenes's poem about a friend certainly will apply to her as well. She was a wonderful teacher and AP. I will truly miss her. Heaven just got a real angel! Gail Shaffer on 1/28/2010 at 10:09 AM

Cindy was a lovely woman. I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Jaye Masters on 1/28/2010 at 11:08 AM

She was a wonderful person. It is our honor to have known her. Carolyn,Gary & Ben Bolton Ruby Cubbedge on 1/28/2010 at 11:22 AM

Cindy was a wonderful person and it was a pleasure and honor to work with her at Mt. Zion Elementary in Jonesboro. I am very sorry for your loss. Cindy will truly be missed by herfamily and friends, as well as her many colleagues. Jackie Hinz Jackie Hinz on 1/28/2010 at 11:35 AM

I was saddened to hear of Cindy's passing. She was an Angel here on earth and will be in heaven. My prayers go out to her husband and her family. Lisa Olmstead Lanning on 1/28/2010 at 1:02 PM

Marty, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. In sympathy- Carole and Dennis Schmitt on 1/28/2010 at 2:46 PM

Marty, We are thinking of you and Michael and your whole family. She was a wonderful women. People in Woodcreek Subdivision are all praying for you. Todd and Michelle Hannon on 1/28/2010 at 2:55 PM

Marty, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Bill and Jessie Bonner Jessie Chen on 1/28/2010 at 3:36 PM

Cheri & Greg, we are so saddened by the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Will & Dawn Tomasello on 1/28/2010 at 4:48 PM

Cindy was an inspiration to students and teachers. It was a pleasure and honor to have worked with her at Mt. Zion Elementary for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with Marty and the entire family during this time. Debbie Adams on 1/28/2010 at 6:52 PM

We were so blessed to have you all in our lives for our short time together on Streamview Court. Marty and Michael, you all are in our thoughts and prayers as is all of your family. What a sweet and beautiful blessing Cindy was and we are so grateful for the time we had together. Bob and Becky Massave on 1/28/2010 at 8:53 PM

It was a joy to work with Cindy at Mt. Zion. She was a wonderful person and the world is a better place becuase she was here with us. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Denise Roach on 1/29/2010 at 7:01 AM

Marty & family, Cindy was a teacher's teacher...always focused on what was best for a chlild. It was a priviledge to have worked along side of her in helping chiildren learn at Mt. Zion Elementary. I'm sorry for your loss... Richard Kelley on 1/29/2010 at 12:51 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Marianne deBondt on 1/29/2010 at 2:24 PM

Marty, I am so sorry for you loss. I have found memories of when Cindy and I were young teachers at Northcutt. Then we had many years teaching together at Kemp. She was truly an outstanding woman. You and Michael are in my prayers. Marsha Hood on 1/31/2010 at 9:19 AM

To the family and friends of Mrs. Whiteman, my deepest sympathy and comfort goes to you during this time. All though I did not know Mrs. Cynthia, she sounds like a breath of fresh air and when we lose someone close like that, it can bring emotional suffering to us. For some comfort, the Bible says at Acts 24:15 that there will be a resurrection of righteous and unrighteous people so, we can have a hope to see dead loved ones again. Julian Clay on 1/31/2010 at 9:32 PM

We offer to you our sincerest condolences. It was indeed a great loss. My daughter, Heather, was in some classes with Michael in elementary school. I knew and respected Cindy as a colleague while we were elementary ILTs. We are praying for you during this difficult time. Patricia and Heather Hale Patricia L Hale on 2/1/2010 at 12:37 PM

Marty, I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Cindy was a wonderful person and an outstanding educator. You, Michael, and the rest of your family will continue to be remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Denise McNair on 2/5/2010 at 4:50 PM

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