Hyacinth E. (Seldon) Malinowski passed away at the ripe old age of 98 on April 19, 2019 surrounded by loved ones at Valley View in Fremont.
“Cynthia” was born September 18th 1920, in Plymouth, England, the dear daughter of Bernard and Rose (Moreno) Seldon. Growing up, she split her childhood between Gibraltar and Plymouth. At the outbreak of WWII, she enlisted in the Royal Navy and was trained as a coder in the intelligence department. In 1943 she was sent to the naval base in Mombasa, Kenya, and spent two years in Africa. She often entertained her family and friends with amazing stories of her time there.
In 1946 she married the love of her life, Bernard Malinowski. This was a love story worthy of the movies. He saw her across the room at a dance and knew she was the one for him. Even though he spoke no English, he learned quickly so he could win her heart. They never shared a cross word and even after 72 years, were still in love. In 1949 she immigrated to the United States and became a US citizen.
Cynthia’s sense of humor was unmatched. There was never a dull moment with her, and combined with her sister Vi, family events were filled with non-stop laughter and moments to treasure.
She worked for 25 years at Singer Controls. She enjoyed knitting, shopping, traveling, and spending time with her family. She was a member of The Daughters of the British Empire.
Cynthia was a devoted wife and mother, and leaves her beloved husband Bernard, her two sons, Bernard (Elaine) and Christopher of Fremont, and daughter, Cyndy (Dave Boyer) Bresnahan of Boardman all of whom she was very proud. She adored her grandchildren; Lisa (Paul) Keys, Amy (Ramon) Sanchez of Fremont, Betsy and Luke Bresnahan of Boardman, and Mark (Shemina) Lloyd of Toronto, as well as her wonderfully smart great grandchildren; Kyle (Kayleigh Walther), Michael, Marcos and Ramon Sanchez, and Henry and Roxanna Lloyd as well as her darling great-great grandchildren; Elisa, Elayna, and Jackson. She was a special aunt to three lovely nieces and their families; Beverly Fassnacht, Alison Minnich, and Anita Hines. She also leaves her dear sisters-in-law; Adele Pokorski and Helen Kowalkowski and their families in France.
Besides her parents, Cynthia is preceded in death by her adored sister Violet White, her in-laws, Bernard and Sophie Malinowski, and her brothers-in-law; Leonard White, Henryk Pokorski, and Tadek Kowalkowski.
The family would like to thank her “other” daughter, Mary Lugo, for the wonderful and loving care given over the past few years and for always making Cynthia look her glamorous best. A very heartfelt thanks to their wonderful neighbors the Drays, whose love and generosity allowed them many happy years on White Road. Also, sincere thanks to Dr. Wonderly and staff, Hospice of ProMedica Memorial Hospital and all the kind and caring people at Valley View.
Soft is the Call She had from Above
Not a Word to her Loved Ones could Say,
She Closed her Eyes like a Babe Asleep
And Silently She Passed Away.
Visitation: Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Funeral Ceremony: Friday, April 26, 2019; 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH.
All are welcome to attend a Celebration of Life Luncheon, 12:30 p.m. at Fremont Elks Lodge, 436 Croghan St, Fremont
Memorials can be made to the Salvation Army or Bishop Hoffman Catholic School St Joseph High School Campus.
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Carol Slemmer
Blessings and peace to Bernard and family. Hugs from Hyacinth’s British friends and Daughters of the British Empire. She was such a special lady and has left us with wonderful stories and fond memories.
Cyndy Bresnhana
Thanks Carol. She enjoyed The Daughters of the British Empire gatherings so much!
Sally Martin
She was such a lovely lady. Shared many laughs with her over a cup of tea at DBE. She will be missed ❤️
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks Sally. She was the best!
Martin Cass
Our condolences to the family.
Such a beautiful woman and fabulous family, who welcomed me to the USA during a cold and lonely period of my life all those years ago.
Love to you all.
Cyndy Bresnahan
Awe Martin, thanks so much for your kind words.
Brian & Peggy Bliss
So sorry for your loss. Hugs and Much love to you all. She must have been a very special lady!
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks so much Brian and Peggy, she was!
Lisa Brickley Hartenfeld
So sorry for your loss. She set such a wonderful example for all women to follow. I could only wish to have her love for life, her generousity and kindness to everyone. She was such an inspiration to all. Keep smiling she is on to a better place.
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks Lisa! She was the best! I hope all is well with you and your family.
Jacqueline DeFriece
I am so sorry to hear that Cynthia has passed away. I adored having her and Bernard in my workout class. I loved to hear their stories and enjoyed spending time with them both! Accept my deepest sympathies.
Jacqueline Paisley and Reagan
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks Jacqueline. She dearly loved her workout class and was sad to have to give it up. Thanks for your kind words.
Joyce schneider
To the family our deepest sympathies go out to you. I remember her because she works with my mother Dixie Binsack for many years, she will be missed by many. Joyce Binsack Schneider
Cyndy Bresnahan
Hi Joyce! We have many fond memories of your mom and her together. Those were good times. Take care.
Laura Gatrell
Cyndy,
Although I never met your mom, I can tell by her obituary that she was very loved and that she was probably a trip to be around!! My heart goes out to you and your family, what an amazing story about an incredible woman!
Sincerely, Laura Gatrell
Cyndy Bresnahan
Oh Laura, thanks so much for your kind words. She was the best!
Jeanette Gleba
My deepest sympathy and prayers in the passing of Hyacinth. I met her at swimming exercise classes at the Y. I feel blessed to have been friends with such a warm, wonderful soul! She always brought out the best in everyone she met. She will be greatly missed!!
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks Jeanette! She loved her swimming class and all of the friends that she had there.
Nancy Halcin Willis
I am so sorry for your loss! I have the best memories of your mom! She was the nicest person! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers! Sincerely Nancy Halcin Willis
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks Nancy. We had good times growing up next door to your family. I hope that all is well with you.
Jerry Ameling
Cyndy,
Just heard of your Mom’s passing and wanted to send along our condolences. She was a great lady and will be missed by all. I can still remember her lovely accent. Such a great story of her life in the obituary and wonderful pictures on the video. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry and Lori Ameling
Cyndy Bresnahan
Thanks so much Jerry! She certainly will be missed!
Martine Knight
Chris & I were so sorry to hear of Heidi’s death. She was the last of that generation of our Cornish family.
Our memories of her are all filled with laughter. One in particular always stands out:-
When she and Bernie visited us, some years ago, we took them for a drive around the Lands End peninsula – lots of historic, narrow & winding roads – and as we wove our way along Heidi said “Well why don’t they just knock down all these walls and make the road straighter!” We laughed so much we cried!
We are sorry to be so far away and not able to visit the family to offer our condolences in person, but the photo obituary (including some old family photos we’d never seen before) made us feel that little bit closer.
Love to all from Martine & Chris in Helston, Cornwall xx