Birth date: Jan 10, 1953 Death date: May 13, 2025
Cynthia Jane Ball Cope (Cindi) passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, with her daughter at her side. Cindi was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 10, 1953, to Stan and Jane Ball. She grew up in Omaha, Nebraska with her mother a Read Obituary
I have always been so impressed with Cindi's vast knowledge of flowers, and plants, and gardening. Her talent led to a more beautiful Fayetteville. And we cannot have too much beauty in our lives. Her work with the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks lives on and inspires many. I think of her each time I pass by or visit there. It is also clear she was a loving mother, and that love was returned with the devotion of her daughter Melissa whom I have the pleasure of knowing as a close friend to my daughter. Melissa, your family has been and continues to be in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
My heartfelt condolences to Cindi’s family. We met when I moved across from her house when we were 4-years old. Our birthdays were only a week apart. Her mother often pushed us outdoors to play. Our idea to dig a hole to China kept us busy all summer but left the Ball’s backyard quite an eyesore. Maybe Cindi’s passion for gardening was the positive outcome from our energetic efforts to dig in the dirt. We shared many fun adventures throughout our childhood and until recently exchanged birthday cards every January. As the photo says, I will always remember her and with much love. — Amy Cassman Friedman
I vividly recall Cindi's passion, advocacy, and love of flowers, not only in her yard, but in the community and throughout the world. More than anything, though, I witnessed her admiration, support, and love for her children. I'm so sorry for your loss and may those good memories be a comfort.
She always brightened my day
A rare photo of all of us looking nice at the same time. I'm missing the times we used to talk on the phone and remembering the times we swam in the pool on those summers nights Love you 🌷🌷🌷💕
Richard and Ronald Smith
Carolyn Smith Waryas
