Cynthia Harper

On April 18, 2024, Cynthia Marie Harper died at home in Dahlonega, GA after a six-year battle with cancer. She was 68 years old. A memorial mass will be held for her at St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church at 91 Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533 on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11 am. The family asks that a donation be made to the American Cancer Society in Cynthia’s name in lieu of flowers.
Cindi is survived by her father Joseph Brown of Dahlonega, GA; son Michael Harper of North Carolina; son Christopher Harper and daughter-in-law Jennifer of Fultondale; grandson Seth Harper and granddaughter-in-law Mallory of Pinson, Alabama; granddaughter Harley Dennis and grandson-in-law Slade of Birmingham, Alabama; grandson Callen Harper of Fultondale, Alabama; great-grandson Belmont Harper of Pinson, Alabama; brother Tony Brown and sister-in-law Susan Gihon of Monroe, GA; brother-in-law Wayne Boyd of Atlanta, GA; brother Michael Brown and sister-in-law Kathy Brown of Cleveland, GA; sister Denise Banks and brother-in-law Rodney Banks of Hilton Head Island, SC, and a number of nieces and nephews. Cindi was proceeded in death by her mother Loyce Brown, sister Andrea Boyd, and nephew Ryan Brown.
Cindi was born on November 21, 1955 in Memphis, Tennessee. She was the first born of five children to Joe and Loyce. She moved to Georgia shortly after her dad was transferred from Tennessee to Georgia with General Motors around 1977.
Cindi leaves behind a legacy of love and creativity that touched the lives of all who knew her. She had a passion for art, travel, and cooking that brought so much joy to all those around her. Cindi’s craftiness knew no bounds! She helped create so many core memories for her family members by doing everything from sewing costumes, baking cookies, throwing elaborate parties and showers, creating fairy gardens, or decorating and coordinating weddings. She truly poured her heart and soul into every project that she undertook. The creativity and warmth will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Cindi’s life was an adventure. She had multiple careers during her 68 short years on this earth. She was a travel agent; a wedding planner; worked in non-profit writing grants; and she even owned her own shop where she created some of the clothing that she sold. She was always working on something new.
In the kitchen, Cindi was a master. She could make a delicious meal and manage to dirty every dish in the kitchen all at the same time. Cooking unique food and feeding people was definitely one of Cindi’s love languages. A good recipe was an undertaking she couldn’t refuse.
Cynthia Harper experienced life, painting her world with curiosity and joy. With an artist’s eye, she appreciated beauty in art, crafted her own creations, and marveled at natural wonders. She enjoyed immersing herself in diverse cultures, flavors, colors, textures, and styles. She loved fine dining, creating moments of joy and togetherness in her kitchen and around her table. Above all, Cindi’s love for her family shone brightly, filling their lives with warm cherished memories.