Cindy H. Dowdy

Cindy H. Dowdy, age 67, of Dublin, left the family that she dearly loved to be with her Heavenly Father on April 12, 2025, after a long illness. She was born in Radford, VA on May 4, 1957, to Harold and Lula Hollins. She was preceded in death by her dad, Harold Hollins, grandparents, Elson and Rosie Hollins, Allen and Ada Long. Also, Jeff and Marie Hedge and Russell and Fleta Dowdy. She was a great wife, Mom, and Granny. She was also known as Granny to the kids at French’s Chapel where she taught Sunday school and was a faithful member since 1992. She also enjoyed being in the choir and when living in Alleghany County, she sang with the Potts Valley Singers. She enjoyed going to the beach, and to Colorado and Montana. She worked in the grocery business, insurance and banking before her illness. Cindy is survived by her mother, Lula Hollins; husband, Jay Dowdy; children, Jeff Hedge (Robin), Scott Hedge (Karen), Jason Dowdy (Lori), Michele Blevins (Kevin); seven grandchildren, Lily, Becky, Abby, Cassy, Laney, Landon and Maddie; brothers, Joey Hollins (Lois), Steve Hollins (Marcy); sister, Cathy Smith (Darrell); many nieces, nephews, and cousins; brothers-in-law, Joe Dowdy, Jeff Dowdy, Jerry Dowdy; special friends, Emily Hart, Salina Smiley, Elhelene Sadler; special cousin, Emily Harmon. Her family and friends take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace in the arms of her Savior. The family would also like to extend thanks to Good Samaritan’s nurses and staff. As well as the doctors, nurses, and staff throughout this journey including, Dr. Spence, Dr. Carter, Dr. Daniels and Karen, NRV Medical Center, Wake Forest, and UVA Medical Center. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at French’s Pentecostal Holiness Church with Rev. Joseph H. Hollins, Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 2-3 p.m. prior to the service at the church.