Cynthia Phalen Schlesinger, 61, of Earlville, IL will be sadly missed by her family, friends, and community. Cynthia passed away on Saturday, January 23 with her husband, daughter and sister by her side.
Cindy was born on March 2, 1959 in Peru, IL to Patrick and Elaine (Green) Phalen. She graduated from LaSalle-Peru Township High School in 1977. Cindy recently retired from Illinois Valley Community Hospital where she worked as an ultrasonographer for 41 years where she displayed compassion and devotion to her patients.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband of 28 years, David; daughter, Jayde Schlesinger (Sam Lipp) and granddaughter, Eleanor Lipp of Springfield, IL; mother, Elaine Phalen of Peru, IL; sisters, Lane Bresticker of Elburn, IL and Lori Meadows (Mike Ring) of Lake Villa, IL; sisters-in-law, Connie (Craig) Ganz of Mendota, IL and Connie Schlesinger of Paw Paw, IL; nephews and nieces, Brad (Marcia) Meadows, Blair Meadows (Jesse Furmanek), Michelle (Terrie) Bauer, Jason (Jamie) Ganz, Stephanie Ganz, Diane (Michael) Reppin, Scott (Katie) Schlesinger; and 5 great nephews and 2 great nieces.
Preceded in death by father, Patrick Phalen; father and mother in- law, Cliff and June Adell Schlesinger; and brothers-in-law, Rob Bresticker and Ron Schlesinger.
Visitation will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Compton, IL from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 30th. When arriving to the visitation, please remain in your vehicle and we will instruct you when to enter the church. To respect Covid guidelines we will be allowing three parties to enter the church at a time. Masks are required and we ask everyone to adhere to Covid guidelines and social distance at all times. A private funeral service will follow the visitation. Please visit www.TormanFuneralHome.com to sign the online guest book.
I will miss you friend. Your message *
She was so kind to me as a parent when I had Jayde back in Kindergarten. I still have the letter she wrote to me at the end of the year. You all have my sincerest condolences…
Your message Deepest sympathy and prayers to family! Went to high school with Cindy and remember from IVCH. Ran into Cindy not that long ago. Was good to see her which I had not in a long time. Enjoyed short visit, her smile, strength and happiness. She will be missed. 💔🙏🏻👼🏻
Your message *I will miss hearing her voice in the x-ray department. Cindy was the best teacher and had so much to share with us to make us better so we could take care of our patients in the best way. She is missed by many!!
Your message Cindy and I studied together ,perfected our ultrasound techniques and always put our patients first. We went through everything together.she will be missed.i do remember one funny thing that involved her daughter Jayde.i had a new truck and they were behind me at a stop light. They tried to get my attention but I wasn’t paying attention. Jade thought she should bump me. Not something I would of liked but that’s what they do in the country.i will miss my work wife. Joe
Your message * Finding the right words to express my condolences for a person like Cindy is a challenge. Cindy was an exceptional person who was one of the kindest, most positive and humorous people I’ve known. We always talked when her family joined for celebrations. She endured a difficult struggle before she went Home. I’m going to miss her immensely. She left us far too soon. I hope God’s angels led her Home to Heaven. Cindy, may your soul Rest In Peace.
Your message *I am saddened to read this. Cindy was a childhood friend of mine. Great gal, wonderful family. My deepest condolences. Kind Regards, Lynn Koehler Bernabei
Although we didn’t know Cindy well, we feel like we did as we knew her through her sister Lori. Losing a sister is so hard and our hearts our broken for her whole family. Good Bless the Schlesinger and Phalen families and all who loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
There are no words to express our deepest sympathy. May the love from all of us who loved Cindy surround Dave, Jayde, and Cindy’s family and lift you up during this time of sorrow.. We will always remember Cindy’s beautiful smile and all the fun side by side trips together.
Your message *So many babies shown by Cyndy!! Mine included! My heart goes out to you all. She was so very special and loved her job!
Your message *always so friendly and kind. I enjoyed talking with her many times. She made IVCH so much better fir employees and patients. I am so sorry for your loss.
Your message “Our love and deepest sympathy to all of Cindy’s family. We have a very special connection to her loved and loving sister Lane, we were fortunate to meet Lane, Rob and Lane and Cindy’s wonderful Mum and Dad when we visited over 10 years ago now. Lane has kept us well informed about her beautiful sisters and their families, as I have done with our large family. We feel deeply for you all in your loss of such a vital and gorgeous lady, rest peacefully Cindy. Maree, Barry and all the Phelans in Ballarat, Australia
Your message *Dear David, Jayde, & Connie Ganz: So sorry to see your loss of Cynthia. You all are in my thoughts & prayers.
Cyndy was one of Gods Angels on earth. Always had a smile for everyone and one of the most caring people I know. She will be missed by all. Gif Bless you and keep you in his hands.🙏🙏Your message *
Your message *I will miss my dear friend so very much! Especially the connection we had where one of us knew something was going on so we would reach out. It was spiritual for us both I think. May her spirit be with you always. You are all in my prayers and so much on my heart. Lynn