Cynthia Lyell Keech

Cynthia Lyell Keech, 75, of Moody passed away Friday, May 23, 2025 in Temple. Cynthia was born May 19, 1950 in Newton, Massachusetts and was the oldest daughter of Rev. William and Joan (Lyell) Keech. She graduated from Greenfield (MA) High School and Greenfield Community College. Cyndie spent most of her career as a medical transcriptionist. 

Her first marriage to Laurence Howard took them to Alaska through his Air Force service. They were later transferred to Texas. While the marriage did not last, Cyndie found her true home in Texas with the love of her life, Juan Lopez, who predeceased her.

She is survived by 2 sisters, Ruth (husband, Larry) of South Portland, ME and Shirley (partner Mary) of Northfield, MA, as well as a number of cousins, Juan's children and many dear friends.

Cyndie will be remembered on Saturday, June 7, 2025 with visitation starting at 11:00 am and the service at noon in the chapel of Waco Memorial Funeral Home. 

Special thanks to Michelle Johnson who took such good care of Cyndie during her final years.