Born in Lancaster on the 22nd of September, 1959 and passed away in Lancaster on the 23rd of July. Cynthia was a Christian, baptized in the Church of The Brethren. A mother, educator, medical professional, scholar, and a champion for the underdog. Cynthia spent decades in the medical profession caring for thousands of patients in private practice and Veterans through the Veteran's Administration. Cynthia graduated from Hahnemann University in 1984 as a Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C), among the first in Pennsylvania to practice with such a license. Cynthia applied her skills and care in various medical fields from family practice to cardiac care at Milton Hershey Medical Center. She retired from practicing medicine after 20 years at the Veteran's Administration in York, PA in 2022. In 2020, Cynthia earned her PhD and taught in the Physician Assistant Program at Elizabethtown College in 2022.

Aside from her academic and professional achievements, Cynthia practiced true compassion and care in all aspects of her life especially with animals. An equine enthusiast, Cynthia nurtured numerous retired racehorses and lame horses back to living their best lives and focusing on rescuing other animals in need. She also enjoyed scuba diving, swimming, cooking, and puzzles.

Cynthia leaves behind her son, Clayton A. Helm of Arlington, VA and three siblings – Michael Stoltzfus, Julia Saurbaugh, and Loretta Wise. She is also survived by her father Ronald Stoltzfus and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her Mother, Frances (Mancuso) Beaverson.

A 'Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Cynthia's name to the Lupus Foundation of America .