Cindy Martin
Cynthia “Cindy” Martin, 68, of Big Spring, Texas, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the Moon Cemetery with Patrick Frishe officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Morehart Mortuary.
Cynthia Lois Martin was born on October 28, 1957, in Bronte, Texas, to Sam and Katherine Martin, who instilled in her a strong work ethic that she carried with her throughout her life.
Cindy was raised in Graham, Texas, and later made her home in South Texas, where she and her husband, Ronnie, raised their three children. During this time, she also built a career as a paralegal for a prominent law firm.
Cindy was an elegant yet strong-willed woman whose presence left a lasting impression on her family. A matriarch, she valued discipline and proper etiquette. Her meticulous nature meant that her children were guided by order, respect, and tradition. Most importantly, Cindy fostered a strong foundation of faith in her children from a young age, and because of her, they each walk closely with the Lord today. Although her expectations were high, they were always rooted in her unconditional love, her desire to see her children succeed, and her unwavering devotion to God.
Of all the titles Cindy held throughout her life, none was more precious to her than “Memaw.” Her grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she loved them more than words could ever express. She never missed an opportunity to remind them just how much they meant to her, ending nearly every conversation with her familiar words, “I love you to the moon and back.”
In her later years, Cindy lived in and managed an apartment building for many years, before eventually moving into a home of her own. It was there that she found happiness in life’s simplest pleasures — watering her backyard, lovingly tending to her many plants and trees, admiring the breathtaking West Texas sunsets, and of course, settling in to watch an old John Wayne movie or her favorite soap opera, Days of Our Lives.
Yet, of all the things that brought Cindy happiness, nothing compared to the joy of spending time with her beloved grandchildren. She made a point of calling and texting them regularly, often inviting them over for pizza, a game of dominoes, or simply to sit together and catch up on everything happening in their lives. As her grandchildren grew older and their lives became busier, opportunities to visit were sometimes harder to come by. Even so, Cindy never stopped reaching out, always hopeful that one of them might find the time to stop by. Whenever they did, her face would light up with the biggest smile, and her excitement was impossible to miss. Whether they stayed for hours or only a short while, every visit meant the world to her. To Cindy, there was no greater gift than time spent with the people she loved most.
Cindy leaves behind her daughters, Misty (Michael) Pugh of Breckenridge, Texas, and Mandy (John) Haynes of Big Spring, Texas; and her son, Bobby (Tiffany) Goad of Big Spring, Texas. She is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Harlee (Cole) and Anna of Breckenridge, Texas, and Jaden (Savanna), Megan, Maecee and Makenna of Big Spring, Texas; as well as two great-grandchildren. Cindy is also survived by her former husband and dear friend, Ronnie Goad of Breckenridge, Texas; her brother, Sammy Martin of Graham, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Katherine Martin; and her beloved grandson, Sgt. Zachary Youngblood.
Cindy’s legacy will live on through the faith she instilled, the traditions she passed down, and the countless memories she created with those she loved. Above all, her grandchildren will always remember the love she so freely expressed, and her words of love will forever echo in their hearts:
“I love you to the moon and back.”
