Cindy L. Nation
June 15, 2014
Cindy L. Nation, 51, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2014 at Taylor House after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born May 24, 1963 to Dorothy and Marvel Babberl in Ottumwa.
Cindy graduated from Russell High School in Russell, IA, and earned her BA in Sociology from Truman State University. She then began her career of over 29 years with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, most recently as a Business Systems Analyst.
Cindy was very involved in Boy Scouts, serving as a committee member and popcorn chair for Troup 193. She loved to camp with her family and the Boy Scouts. Cindy spent many years coaching her girls in the South Des Moines Softball league.
Cindy is survived by her loving husband, Steve; children, Stephanie (Dustin) Kidder, Megan Churchill, Abbey (James) Norton, Heather Churchill, and Jonathan Nation; grandchildren, Austin and Trinity Kidder, Jordon and Lydia Sand, Jimmy, Claire, and Elijah Norton, and Aryah and Bailynn Churchill; mother, Dorothy Bailey Babberl; sisters, Patricia Remington, Kathy Babberl, Pam (Bill) Mogensen, and Kim Babberl; sister-in-law, Jenny Babberl; loving dog, Leo; and a host of other family and beloved friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Marvel John Babberl; brother, Michael Babberl; and brother-in-law, Larry Remington.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2014, at Glad Tidings Assembly of God, 314 E. Army Post Road, with cremation to follow services. The family will greet friends Friday evening from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions will be received by the family.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
John Wade
07/20/2014
No words can help with the feelings of loss and pain, so I won't even try. Just know that all of the family are in my thoughts
Peggy Culver
06/20/2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Cindy's family. I remember her bright smile and how much she cared for her family. There is a new star in heaven.
Jordyn McNair & Family
06/20/2014
My heart is reaching out to you,
For what youre going through;
Im thinking of you frequently
And praying for you, too.
If theres something I can do,
Anything at all,
Think of me thinking of you,
And dont hesitate to call.
Betsy and Al Laudencia
06/19/2014
So sorry for your loss. We are thinking and praying for the entire family.
Doug Wiedmeier
06/19/2014
So very sorry to hear this news. Cindy was a fighter, and set an inspiring example for those around her at work. Praying for all who feel the loss.
Tracy Bryan
06/19/2014
So sorry for your loss, Cindy was such a wonderful person. I will always be grateful I had the wonderful opportunity of working with her and getting to call her my friend.
Annette Clayton Marshall
06/18/2014
So sad to hear the news about Cindy. Never saw Cindy without a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Jason Mueller
06/18/2014
I worked with Cindy for a period of time and I will never forget her. She was a thoughtful and kind and had a great sense of humor. I will never forget how much she loved and spoke of her family. I will miss her dearly and I pray for her family and friends during this time. Cindy was a treasure and will be missed.
Joe Ann Alexander
06/17/2014
To Cindy's family, may your love for and memories of Cindy sustain you now and in months and years to come. I am praying for your strength and comfort. God bless you!
Uncle Bill and LouAnn
06/17/2014
Our prayers and love are sent your way. We pray the comforting hand of Abba Father be upon you and the strength of Abba Father hold you at this time of loss. She's in the hands of her Lord and visiting with loved ones who have gone before her. May Cindy's expressions of love remain throughout your days. Truly we were blessed to have had her in our family. Love you more than you know.
Pam Pudans
06/17/2014
I loved Cindy. She was such a sweetheart, always a friendly face with her warm smile. I remember having dinner with her at a company event many years ago and laughing through the whole meal. God bless her family.
Beth Cutwright
06/17/2014
So sorry for your loss. I always remember Cindy smiling and full of life! May you recall many precious memories in the days to come and may those memories comfort you.
God Bless
Debbie Illg
06/17/2014
It was a joy to know Cindy and to work with her. I will always admire her wonderful sense of humor and caring heart that made her such a special person. I am sure God is holding Cindy his arms and I pray that we all find comfort in Gods love during this time of grief.
Joy Darrah
06/16/2014
My heart goes out to Steve, the kids and the rest of the family. I had the honor of knowing Cindy while providing childcare for Megan, Heather and Bubba. Heaven gained a very special Angel. May God hold you all in his hand during this difficult time.
Kathy Clayton Snoeberger
06/16/2014
I grew up in the same Russell neighborhood as Cindy, remember her as sweet and funny. You are all in our thoughts and prayers Babberl family!