– Cynthia Beth Hopewell July 13, 2022

Cynthia Beth Hopewell, 67, of West Fargo, ND passed away on July 13, 2022 at Sanford Hospital.

Cynthia was born November 11, 1954 in Lisbon, ND to Gerald and Geraldine Hopewell – their first born. Cynthia attended grade school in Lisbon, ND, until the family made their home south of Leonard, where Cynthia graduated high school.

Cynthia attended NDSU and later went on to work as a baker at the Fargo Elk’s Lodge, later moving to Phoenix, Arizona. While in Arizona, Cynthia married Bruce Orvedahl in 1990. They made their home in Arizona for 10 years, where Cynthia started her career caring for those with disabilities at Toby House. In 1995, she fulfilled her biggest dream of becoming a mother, giving birth to her son, Jared.

Even though Cynthia had a disdain for the cold and winter, she moved back to ND in August 1997 to raise her son and be surrounded by family. Being a mother to Jared was her greatest love, and she always showed it by being his biggest supporter and best friend.

Once again, she found a job that showcased her giant heart, where she worked as a caregiver for the developmentally disabled at Friendship, Inc. Where she was a role model employee for over 10 years.

Cynthia took “honor your father and mother” to heart. She was an advocate and comfort to her father as he struggled with Parkinson’s in his later years. After his passing, she called her mother three times per day (morning, noon, and night) to check in and provide comfort. Her mother cherished those phone calls greatly. She and her mother shared a very special bond – the first born.

She was an avid and accomplished baker and cook. Baking was a passion. She expressed her love through food.

Loyal, compassionate, loving – that was Cynthia.

Cynthia is survived by her son, Jared Elijah Hopewell; her grandson, Jaiden Elijah Hopewell; seven siblings: Dianne (Dale) Mischke, Kindred; Karen (Ken) McMahon, Kindred; Geoff Hopewell, Kindred; Jesse (Wanda) Hopewell, Kindred; Jack (Lori) Hopewell, Kindred; Jeremy (Pamela) Hopewell, Watertown; and Lucinda (Michael) Goetz, Fargo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents, Gerald (2013) and Geraldine (2020) Hopewell.

Friends and family will gather beginning at 3:00 PM, Friday July 22, 2022 in the Lerud Mathias Funeral Home Chapel, Valley City, ND where a celebration of Cindy’s life will be held.

The Lerud Mathias Funeral Home is assisting Cindy’s family with arrangements.

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