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Cindy S. Henry, 67, of Fort Wayne, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born on June 4, 1956 in Fort Wayne to Clifford O. and Martha M. (Rearick) Kocks.
Cindy was a 1974 graduate of Heritage High School and attended the International Business College.
On June 21, 1975, she married the love of her life, Thomas C. Henry, and together they raised two beautiful children, Benjamin Jerome and Elizabeth Anne.
Cindy was the beloved owner and operator of the Green Frog Inn for many years. There, she never knew a stranger and had a remarkable way of making every patron feel at home.
She was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, past member of the Embassy Theatre board, the Civic Theatre board, and the ABWA (American Business Women’s Association). Cindy was active in the Democratic Party, serving as Vice chair of the Allen County Democratic Party; the Fourth District Democrats; the Indiana Democratic State Central Committee; and the Democratic National Committee.
Additionally, throughout her life, she was tirelessly committed to numerous causes for which she cheerfully and successfully raised funds.
Cindy will forever be remembered for her joyfulness, her style, her beauty, and her warmth. She lived and loved fully and fearlessly, taking great care to treat everyone she met with dignity and respect. She had a deep faith in God and embodied grace and strength all the days of her life.
She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Thomas C. Henry; children, Benjamin J. Henry and Elizabeth A. Guevara; mother, Martha M. Kocks-Hamrick; grandchildren, Anastasia, Nikolas, Alexandria, and Angelina; and siblings, Kevin Kocks, Barry Kocks, Scott (Amy) Kocks, Mark Kocks, Angela Kocks-Schmidt, Jeff (Yvonne) Hamrick, and Jason (Stefani) Hamrick.
Cindy was preceded in death by her father, Clifford O. Kocks.
Mass of Christian Resurrection will be Friday, January 26, 2024 at 11:00am at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, 1515 Barthold Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46808 with visitation from 10-11am. Visitation is also from 1-3pm and 7-9pm Wednesday, January 24 and Thursday, January 25, 2024 at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave. Burial in Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Healthier Moms and Babies or Cancer Services.
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