"I grew up with the Hanna's Jeff George was my oldest brother. Don and Mary Ann George are my parents. David is like a brother to me. My daughter Emily Laufersweiler went to grade school & St Edmond's High School with Lindsay. I would see and visit with Cynthia at school functions. Our girls graduated in 2003 so few years since I have seen Cynthia. I have been in contact on her family through Nikki, Davids' wife we worked together for 22 years. My heart goes out to Lindsay, Adam and Matt. David & Nikki ,Jeffery & Sue plus their family. Your entire family is in my Prayers. CANCER SUCKS! Hugs , Tim and Lisa"
In loving memory of
Cynthia Hanna
April 14, 2021
FORT DODGE - Cynthia Louise Hanna, 66, of Fort Dodge, surrounded by her loved ones went to be with the Lord on April 14, 2021 peacefully in her home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2021 at Holy Trinity Church. Burial will follow at North Lawn Cemetery. A visitation will be 4:00 to 6:00 Sunday at Laufersweiler Funeral Home.
Cynthia Louise Hanna, the daughter of Wilfred and Frances Hanna, was born on May 17th, 1954, in Fort Dodge. She was raised on the Hanna family farm where she learned her hard work ethics. She graduated from Humboldt High School in 1972, then she attended La James School of Cosmetology to start her career. She opened her own beauty salon in her house in 1976 and one of her great prides was that she remained open until 2021. Over the years, her incredibly loyal customers became like family.
Cindy had a love for her profession, a passion for horses and crafts; and was constantly tackling projects around the house extending her creativity and hardworking nature to build a home for her family. She loved dogs and always had one as a part of the family. She was a great mother that devoted all her time to her children and her grandchildren as well as a loyal a friend that everyone could count on to always be there. She had a fighter's spirit and a huge, generous heart.
She is survived by her two sons, Matthew (Sarah) Lynch of Fort Dodge, IA and Adam (Kristin) Dunphy of Humboldt, IA and daughter, Lindsay Dunphy of Wilmington, NC; five grandchildren Keegan, Kaden, Kaleb, Farrah and Brody; two brothers Dave (Nikki) Hanna of Humboldt, IA and Jeffrey (Sue) Hanna of Humboldt, IA and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents Wilfred & Frances Hanna, brother William (Bill) Hanna and nephew Stevie Hanna.
Tributes
"Lisa George-Bacon"
"Rest in Peace my dear old friend"
"Dear Matt and all- Please accept my sympathy on the loss of your mom. I remember her as such a sweet lady who loved you very much! "
"Cindy was like a sister to me. Always loved going to see and having her cut my hair growing up. She as so easy to talk to and always was concerned and helpful.. Cindy will always be in my heart and will always be my Friend/ sister. R.I.P my friend. "
"Cindy was my best friend she did my hair since she graduated from beauty school which is a long time. She was a friend to everybody and she will be greatly missed. "
"Aunt Cindy had a contagious laughter that lit up a room. I have so many sweet memories with her as a child. One that she laughed about with me on Easter was our ride on Dad's three wheeler and getting stuck and muddy from head to toe! She inspired me to go into Cosmetology. I admired her strength as a woman and single parent. I will miss her so much."
"Cindy and I first met when our daughters started dance 30 years ago. She became like one of my sisters and part of my family. Cindy was always there for whoever needed her, no matter what her situation was at the time. She so loved her children and grandchildren and was very proud of what they have accomplished in their lives. We have lost a wonderful woman and I am so blessed to be able to call her my friend. Hopefully there are phones in Heaven so we can continue our marathon calls. Love and miss you my friend Wanda Shelton "
"Cindy was part of my life since I was young. She was my mother?s hair dresser but more importantly her dear friend. I lost mom 4 years ago and am saddened Cindy lost her battle with cancer. I was just in touch with her right before Easter. I?m confident my mother was one of the first to greet her at Heaven?s door. We both loved her so. Thinking of the kids and the entire family. With deepest sympathy, Susan Rustvold"
"Omgosh I was hoping this was not Cindy. She did my moms hair every week and have known her for so long. My deepest sympathy for the family and her kids... "
"Cindy You were the best beautician I ever had and such a great friend. I already miss you. Rest In Peace. Deepest condolences to your family. Dawn Boland"
"Cindy You were the best beautician ever and a good friend. Will miss you. Rest In Peace, will see you soon. Sympathy to your family. Carol C"
"Cindy was a sweet, kind and thoughtful person. We couldn't have asked for a better mother-in-law for our daughter, Kristin, when she married Cindy's son, Adam. We are so sorry for your family's loss...we know she leaves you with wonderful memories. "