On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Lord, without a doubt, held Cynthia Gaile Luna close to Him and gently carrying her home to the Father’s House. She was a Mom to her “6 Lunas”, a Grandma, daughter, sister, auntie, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend. After enduring so much pain, a victim at the hands of evil itself, Cynthia finally gently fell asleep in the Lord’s arms, accompanied by the love and prayers of so many. She was just 39 years young. Cynthia was born on December 14, 1986, in San Angelo, Texas.
Cynthia could be described as genuinely kind and loving. She possessed a very selfless heart, always ready to give. Of the little she may have had, she gave. No didn’t seem to fit into her vocabulary. Light followed Cynthia wherever she went and was able to just light up the room. She loved life and radiated life. Perhaps her greatest weakness was her inability to put herself first. It was always others – especially when it came to her children. She would always say that it didn’t matter how old they grew to be, they would always be her babies. She was life-giving and enjoyed celebrating life’s events: especially her children’s life events! And photos! At every gathering, she gathered her Lunas around for that family photo, recording memories that will live forever in the hearts of her children. There will be videos with Cynthia screaming and cheering in the background – the whole time phone in hand recording the moments. She loved life and was looking forward to so much: summer at the river, family gatherings, an upcoming concert and two more grandbabies.
A few weeks ago, she went to Angelo with the plan to just inquire about a vehicle. That turned into multiple texts and phone calls...to her Tío Nuni, who had told her to go "look around." Long story short, she walked out of the dealership with a new car. The sales agent said to her Tío Nuni, "She did say she was your favorite." And it was okay. She deserved it. She was so happy with her new car.
Hillary gives us a glimpse of growung up with Cynthia. "There was the l⁹ittle red Neon, barely yielding at stop signs, almost running red lights and driving around town with no planned destination, listening to music. Then there was her CD case that I absolutely could not touch. She called everyone my...my Bert, my Masi Poo, my Will, my Hill or my baby girl.
She was one of our biggest supporters. She was always on our team. We could be arguing with a friend that the sky was was purple and she’d still be on our side. Her loyalty to us ran through her vains. If we were mad, we had every right to be mad -- as long as it wasn’t at her! Then we were probably in the wrong. If we were sad, she felt that sadness with us and for us. How lucky are we to have had such a loyal sister!
She had her bedroom walls completely covered with posters. Mostly of Justin Timberlake. I was so jealous and thought it was so cool.
I’m so happy my mom made us share a room for way to long. I remember one night she pulled out a cell phone that I’d never seen before. She bought it at the store with the minutes card. Another time, she pulled out a corded phone. The cool one. The clear one that would light up when it rang. Again, so jealous. Who would have thought that these small moments would mean so much.
There were countless times when I sat with her on my grandma's living room floor, in front of the big box TV, waiting for Insync to come on for a live performance. Not only would we watch it, but she had the VCR and VHS tape ready to record. She had multiple VHS tapes full of these performances. It was wild.
When I got pregnant, she was just as excited as she was when she herself was pregnant. She loved the idea of me being a mom. She loved to finally be the auntie. There’s a picture she posted back then that I keep going back to. It’s a picture of the two of us and the caption is 'I'm already so in love with you, my Charlotte Rose. Auntie CG cannot wait to meet and see your sweet face! I love your mommy so much!' And she did and I felt it and I’m so thankful for you, my sister."
Cynthia is preceded in death by her Grandpo, Arturo Morin Gandar, Sr.; grandmother, Andrieta Borrego; and aunt, Esme Borrego.
Missing their Mom are her six children, Dailen Isiah, Aiden Angel, David Angel, Noah Michael, Sadee Madison and Matthew Elias Luna, whom she adored with her whole heart. Aiden gave Cynthia her first granddaughter, Catalaya Anahi, and she was excited about two more gifts of life on the way. They were her entire world! They will miss her unique voice calling them “My Lunas” and “My Babies” and “My Handsome Boys” and “My Pretty Girl.” And yes, there was their very proud Mom screaming from the stands as she held her phone taking video to perfection of her kids’ every move, “Go Baby!” And yes, they KNEW it was Mom, their biggest fan, their greatest cheerleader. They knew her voice and she knew theirs. In David’s words, their Mom “always tried the hardest to be the best parent possible. Everything I do will be for my Mom, the person who I love the most.” Aiden called her “my best friend.” Noah said his Mom was “so energetic and fun to be with. I love my Mom!” Sadee Girl gushes over her Mommy: “She was very beautiful, had such a beautiful smile, loved her kids with all her heart. She went through a lot, but put herself last, always making others happy. She was the kindest human being ever.” Dailen, her firstborn says, "My dear mother, it is sad to see how you were taken so soon. You were an outgoing, strong, and beautiful woman inside and out. No matter the person, you were always sure to make others feel your love. Thank you for all the memories and sacrifices you’ve made for me, my siblings, and my family. My love will carry on for you till eternity; in another life I’ll see you again. I’ll love you forever Mom."
Cynthia is loved and will be missed by her parents, Jannette Gandar Gonzales and her Billy Bob Gonzales; father, Albert Borrego; brothers, Albert Borrego and Jacob William Gonzales and sister-in-law, Hannah Helms); and sisters, Hillary Adair and brother-in-law, Kyle, and Bailey Catherine Gonzales and her fiance, Sterlyn Wilkie; and nieces, Charlotte & Allison Adair and Evie Gonzales. Cynthia also leaves behind her beloved grandmother, Eduvina Gandar, who misses her tremendously; uncles, Arturo (her Tío Nuni) Gandar Jr., Joey Gandar and aunt Rachel Gandar; Andres Borrego and aunt, Mandy, and Marta Alfaro and Olga Borrego; and numerous cousins, extended family and friends.
Pallbearers will be her sons, Dailen, Aiden and David; David Luna, Baldo Luna, Albert Borrego, Jacob Gonzales, Joey Gandar, Isiah Gandar and Kyle Adair.
Visitation will be held at Love Funeral Home in Sonora, Texas, on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. until 9 p.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. the following day, Monday, June 2, 2025, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Sonora, Texas, with Friar Andy Martinez, presiding. Interment will follow at Sonora Cemetery. A meal will be served in the parish hall after the services.
Cynthia’s children and family are grateful for the outpouring of love Cynthia has received during this time. The compassion and kindness expressed through kind words of condolence, prayers, Facebook, meals, floral tributes and generosity is very much appreciated. To the many who gave of themselves during this time -- the citizens of the City of Sonora, law enforcement, medical services, neighbors and friends -- know that we are extremely grateful. And thank you to Glen Love for his attention to our needs.
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