Cynthia "Cindy" Yount

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Cynthia "Cindy" Yount, a longtime resident of Auburn, Alabama, who passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at the age of 65. She was born on April 5, 1960, in Miami, Florida, to Dr. Fred and June Nisi.

Cindy was a devoted spouse, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, & grandmother whose unwavering love and steadfast loyalty to her family was the heart of who she was. Beyond family, Cindy devoted her life for the care of others. She obtained a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) in 1983. While there, she met her husband of almost 41 years, Dr. Alan Yount, DMD.

Among her many career achievements, she was most proud of her role as Director of Nursing at Lee Manor Healthcare (now Arbor Springs) in Opelika, AL, from 1991 to 1994. She also took great pride in serving as Director of Nursing at Wesley Terrace (now The Residences at Arbor Lake) in Auburn, AL, from 1994 to 1998. She lived for her residents and loved each of them as if they were family, pouring her heart and soul into caring for others. She worked holidays and overtime without hesitation. Although she deeply cherished her calling, she eventually felt it was taking too much time away from her children, Nicholas and Alexandra.

During her leave of absence, she devoted her time to caring for her family. After her children graduated from high school, she felt a void and returned to her calling as a nurse. In 2008, she began serving families and children at East Alabama Mental Health. While there, she experienced the highs and lows of life alongside the innocence of children and the dedication of their loved ones. She cherished every family that came through her doors until her resignation in 2020.

As a devout Catholic, Cindy passed her faith and values down to her family. Though rooted in Catholicism, she began attending Church of the Highlands with her daughter, and each service moved her deeply. She still attended Mass but called Highlands her revival—raising her hands in worship, joining small groups, participating in 21 days of prayer and fasting, and formed lasting friendships.

In 2018, she was awarded the greatest honor and promotion of title in becoming a grandmother to Bryce (6) and Madilyn (3) who knew her as their "Nonnie".

Through every high and low, she was our family’s unwavering support beam. Her absence leaves a deep void—an ache for one more hug, a million “I love you’s,” and the comfort of her presence. Thank you for everything you have done and for everything you are! We love you Nonnie – our forever angel!

Cindy is survived by her husband, Alan Yount; Children: Nicholas Yount (Carolina), Alexandra Atkins (Marcus); Grandchildren: Bryce and Madilyn Atkins; Siblings: Anita Pruschen, Paula Cordes (Danny), Donna Nisi, Melinda Coonrod (Steve), Lisa Mrha, and Mark Nisi; as well as many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Dr. Fred Paul Nisi, MD and June Ann Nisi.

A celebration of life will be held at Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home, 1500 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL on Saturday, August 23, 2025. Visitation 1PM-2PM with service following at the chapel. It is Cindy's wish to not mourn her passing on earth, but to celebrate her time spent on this side of heaven and her soul being free from affliction. In doing so, she wishes all to attend dressed in colorful attire.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause close to her heart.