1965 - 2023
OBITUARY
On October 21, 1965, the world was blessed with an angel in the form
of Cynthia Denise Walker. Cynthia grew up in Queens, NY. She
attended Springfield High School and continued on to attend
Queensborough Community College, where she earned her Associate
Degree. Later in life, She earned a second Associate Degree from
Dominion Theological Seminary School.
Family meant everything to Cynthia. She would often shop, cook,
travel about town and engage in long discussions with her mother
Evelyn Walker- Stovell, her sisters, Sonia and Tanya and her nieces
Nydja and Nia. She loved her mom deeply and was very protective of
her. Every year she eagerly planned and organized a 4th of July
birthday celebration for her mom.
At a young age, Cynthia understood the calling on her life to service
and helping others. Her mother, Evelyn Walker- Stovell, encouraged
and guided her to always keep God at the forefront of her life. In the
late eighties, she accepted Christ in her life and was baptized at One
Way Church of Christ in Queens, NY. With such a magnetic
personality and an outgoing demeanor, people gravitated to Cynthia,
affectionately known as “Cin-Cin”. Naturally, she made a lot of
friends and was always there to lend an ear to support and celebrate
life events.
Cynthia married her childhood sweetheart, James Pereira and together
they shared 32 years of wedded bliss. From their union, they produced
two sons, Dr. Antonio Pereira and Aneicio Pereira. Without question,
Cynthia's sons were the center of her universe. She fought hard and
loved even harder to ensure a strong solid foundation for success was
in place for her sons. She prayed over them daily and always sent a
message of encouragement and bible scripture to their phones every
morning. Cynthia’s passion and commitment to helping others
extended to the NYC Dept. of Correction, where she served over 27
years as a Correction Officer.
During her tenure, she performed above and beyond her role and
responsibilities and was honored as Correction Officer Ambassador of
the Year. She played an active role in National Prayer Day, and
organized and led the annual Breast Cancer Walk for the Dept. of
Corrections, raising the highest amount of funds for the charity.
Cynthia’s charitable spirit did not end after her retirement. She
continued on her God- given assignment and generously shared her
time, resources and fund raising efforts for Toys for Tots at area
hospitals, Shelters, Soup Kitchens, the Veterans Administration
Hospital, Breast Cancer Walks and countless other charities.
Cynthia was a devoted wife, nurturing mother, protective daughter,
dedicated sister, loving aunt and a loyal friend like no other. She was
loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She
was the heart and soul of our family, with a sense of humor that filled
any space she occupied with lots of laughter. Cynthia was a lover of
life, an engaging spirit, a prayer warrior and someone you could
always count on. Above all, she was on fire for the Lord. Weekly, one
could find Cynthia on the prayer line praising the Lord, saying
“Hallelujah” or "Thank God for Jesus” as she opened or closed out
service and engaged in fellowship and prayer.
Cynthia is survived by her husband, James Pereira, two sons, Dr.
Antonio Pereira, Aneicio Pereira, her mother, Evelyn Walker- Stovell,
two sisters, Dr. Sonia Hood, Tanya Walker, two nieces, Nydja Hood,
Nia Hood, and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Words alone
cannot express the void and sorrow that her absence brings. However,
we take comfort in knowing that her absence in the physical realm
means her presence in the loving and safe arms of our Lord and
Savior.
Rest easy our loving Cin - Cin, (Sugalips, Mooka Booka) job well
done; you have earned your wings. Until we meet again, love will
keep us connected in heart and spirit. -The Family
VISITATION
Friday, December 8
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
FUNERAL SERVICE
Saturday, December 9
10:00 AM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home
506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
INTERMENT
Pinelawn Memorial Park
2030 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY