A Life Well-Lived: Celebrating the Enduring Spirit of Cynthia Lynn Daniels

West Hartford bids a heartfelt farewell to Cynthia Lynn Daniels, a beloved daughter, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and dedicated pharmacist, who passed away peacefully on April 21, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on January 2, 1960, Cynthia brought light, compassion, and a steadfast spirit to everyone she met, leaving an indelible mark on her family, friends, and the countless lives she touched throughout her distinguished career.

Cynthia's journey began in West Hartford, where she blossomed into a bright and compassionate young woman.

A proud alumna of Hall High School, Class of 1978, she carried her academic excellence and community spirit forward to the University of Connecticut, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy in 1983. This marked the beginning of a fulfilling career characterized by unwavering dedication and a genuine desire to care for others.

For many years, Cynthia served her community as a highly respected retail pharmacist.

Her patients knew her not just for her professional expertise, but for her warm smile, kind words, and the comforting reassurance she offered. For the last 18 years, she was a familiar and cherished face at the Stop & Shop Pharmacy in West Hartford, where her commitment to her profession and the well-being of her community shone brightest.

Her colleagues admired her, and her customers trusted her implicitly, often turning to her for guidance and support.

Beyond her professional life, Cynthia's greatest joy and most profound devotion were reserved for her family. She was the loving daughter of Howard and Beverly Daniels, a bond she cherished deeply.

Though preceded in death by her dear brother Gregory H. Daniels, she leaves behind her beloved brother Douglas R. Daniels, who will carry her memory in his heart. Cynthia was a truly devoted mother to her daughter, Jessica Lynn Daniels, and an adored grandmother to her three precious grandchildren: Chloe Lynn, Christopher Allen, and Jordan Michael, all residing in Florida.

Her grandchildren were the light of her life, and she embraced every moment spent with them, creating a tapestry of cherished memories filled with laughter, love, and unwavering support.

Cynthia also possessed an infectious enthusiasm for life, especially when it came to her beloved UCONN Huskies.

An avid fan, she passionately followed both the men's and women's basketball teams, celebrating their triumphs with genuine zeal. Her kind, loving, and caring nature was her hallmark, and her beautiful smile had the power to brighten even the darkest days. She will be remembered as a woman of immense warmth, whose quiet strength and boundless compassion resonated with everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during calling hours on Friday, May 3, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Molloy Funeral Home, 906 Farmington Ave., West Hartford.

A funeral service will follow at 6:00 PM, celebrating Cynthia's remarkable life and the beautiful legacy she leaves behind. The burial will be private.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Cynthia's memory to the Connecticut Children's Foundation, 282 Washington St., Hartford, CT 06106, or online at connecticutchildrens.org/ways-to-give/donate/.

This gesture will honor her caring spirit by supporting a cause dedicated to the well-being of children, a cause close to her heart.