Ms. Cynthia Denise Harrison

Missionary Cynthia Denise Harrison, daughter of Julian C. and Sallie M. Harrison (deceased) was born on December 8, 1951, in Washington, DC. The Lord called her out of this life on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Cynthia had a passion for learning. She attended public schools in Washington, D.C., graduating from Hayes Elementary School, Jefferson Jr. High School, and Western High school (now known as Duke Ellington School of the Arts). She continued her formal education at the University of Bridgeport in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and the University of Maryland University College, in Adelphi, Maryland focusing her studies on Psychology. Cynthia had a distinguished federal career as civil servant for 41 years, serving under eight U.S. Presidents. *1972 - U.S. Department of Labor (Accounting & Black Lung Program) *1975 - Federal Power Commission (Mining Program) *1976 - U.S. Department of Labor (Mine Safety and Health Administration) *1977 - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (Immunization Program) *1978 - U.S. Department of Health and Human (Centers for Disease control and Prevention *1994 - 2013 - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) To her supervisors and colleagues, she was "Cindy." She was their rock, possessing the highest competence, a great disposition, and fine sense of humor! As the use of technology increased in the workplace, Cindy took the initiative to learn all she could about computers and systems, to include the Wang computer. She became the source of knowledge and assistance, making navigation of technology easier for those she worked with. If you ever needed assistance getting around, Cynthia was your compass; this was pre-GPS. Whether it was giving you turn-by-turn directions, pointing out landmarks to help the geographically changed (her daughter) you could always count on her sharp mind! Cynthia's lifelong dream was to travel to Italy. When she reached Rome, she toured the Roman Colosseum. While on a tour, she approached a ground plaque that read - SPQR; the tour guide questioned the small group on the meaning, prepared to explain its history. To his surprise, Cynthia not only recited the phrase, Senâtus Populusque Römânus, but she explained the meaning, "The Senate and People of Rome." Everyone looked at Cynthia and she replied. "Oh. learned that from my Latin classes (from grade-school)." Although she was in a wheelchair she was teaching the group to maintain their thirst for learning and sharing, and not to allow limitations to derail vour dreams. Missionary Cynthia was baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ on Julv 23. 1978. in Charleston, SC according to the Apostolic Doctrine as stated in Acts 2:38 /"..Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost). Following her baptism, Cynthia tarried, and God blessed her and filled her with his Holy Spirit. Missionary Cynthia remained a faithful member of The Redeemed Church of Christ until her death. (Revelation 14:13 - And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.) Cynthia leaves to morn: her devoted daughter, Denise Harrison; grandson, Delonta' Harrison (Scarlett); great-grandchildren, Beige, Sinclair, Ivy, and Jasper Harrison; sisters Sylvia Robinson and Donna Minniefield; brother, Elder Jerry L. Harrison (Audrey); sister-in-law Edwina Harrison; nieces and nephews, Rhonda and Julien Palmer; Michael and Eric Robinson; Curtis, Robert, LaShon, Jerry Jr., Shavon, Celeste, Timothy, Marcus, Christina and April Harrison; Alyssa and Robert Tate; Kayla Gladden; members of The Redeemed Church of Christ; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Ms. Cynthia Denise Harrison

December 8, 1951 - January 25, 2023