Cynthia R. Pierce, loving wife, mother, grandmother

BELMONT — Cynthia R. Pierce, 71, of Belmont, passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday (Aug. 9, 2026).

Born July 9, 1955, in Cuba, she was a daughter of the late Gerald and Mary Unfus Jones. On July 20, 1974, in Friendship, she married Kenneth I. Pierce, who survives.

Cindy was a graduate of Friendship Central Schools, Class of 1973.

She spent her entire career as a secretary in public education, working at Friendship Central School and later at Belmont/Genesee Valley Central School, where she ultimately retired as secretary to the superintendent.

Music brought great joy to her life. After playing the flute in her high school years, she discovered her lifelong love for the piano. She faithfully served families across the county for many years, providing music for countless funerals, weddings and special occasions. Above all, her greatest devotion was always to her family.

Cindy was a member of the Friendship United Methodist Church and was their organist for 50 years.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by four sons, Jason (Michelle) Pierce of Warnersville, Pa., Jeremy Pierce of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., Jonathan (Michelle) Pierce of Sykesville, Md. and Justin (Betsy) Pierce of Wellsville; four beloved grandchildren, Rainaa, Seth, Miller and Averlie; two brothers, David (Jenny) Jones of Beaver Falls and Donald (Lori) Jones of Olean; a sister, Diane Jones of Friendship; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family may call from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, at the Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc., 9 Bull St., Cuba. A memorial service will begin in the Funeral Home at 1 p.m. Pastor Bob Schooley will officiate.