of Mayflower, AR
February 15, 1954 - October 28, 2025
Cynthia Burnett Mathias, age 71, from Mayflower, Arkansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 28,2025 at the UAMS Hospital in Little Rock. Her Celebration of Life Service will be conducted on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway, Arkansas.
Cynthia was born on February 15, 1954, to Woody and Genevieve Burnett. She was an animal lover from a very young age…especially dogs. She showed and owned many champion dogs of various breeds. She was a member of the American Kennel Club and the Otter Hound Society. She was also a lover of exotic birds. She owned several and got so much pleasure from hearing them talk and watching all their funny antics. She was very involved in The Parrot Posse and encouraged the rescue of these beautiful creatures.
Cynthia worked until her retirement at Shelter Insurance Company. She completed 45 years of employment at Shelter. She was also an avid traveler, especially cruises. She visited many countries and met people that became lifelong friends.
Cynthia was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Mathias, her parents, Woody and Genevieve Burnett, her sister, Nadine Gogus and her husband, Jim, her sister, Ora Lee Chudy and her husband, Anthony, and her brother-in-law, Ted Massoth.
She is survived by her fiancé, John Ott, her sister, Jacki Stafford (Jim), her sister, Ruth Massoth, 9 nieces and nephews, numerous great nieces and nephews, her stepdaughter, Joanne Smith, her stepson, Michael Mathias (Jennifer), her stepson, Jamie Mathias (Brittany), 6 step grandchildren, and 3 step great grandchildren.
The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to The Parrot Posse, 1074 Harts Bluff Road, Wadmalaw, SC 29487.
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23 Condolence(s)
Tina Riffe
Thursday, November 13, 2025
I will always treasure the memories of our friendship. We worked together and played together. I will miss my dear friend. Hugs and prayers to the family. She will be so missed.
Linda Counts
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
I went to junior high with Cynthia at Ridge Road. Not long ago another friend and I were doing the “whatever happened to” talk & Cynthia’s name came up. I’m glad to know she had a good life, albeit too short. In junior high she had a kind heart. RIP Cynthia
Kimberly James
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Ooooh Cyn-thee-a! Girlfriend, I am so sad. I already miss our daily rants and raves, sending memes back and forth, venting, laughing, and all the other things that made our friendship great. I am so sad that you missed the Mayor quitting. I know that would have brought you so much joy. You were probably the most impatient person I know. But, it is because you didn't let any grass grow under your feet. If you wanted something done and we didn't do it fast enough, you would start without us. I will keep my promises to you. The boys will be forever loved and cared for. Save me a seat in the funny corner of Heaven.
Teri Williams
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Cynthia was my friend and I will miss her dearly. My deepest sympathies go out to John and all of her family.
Deborah Shannon
Monday, November 10, 2025
I am so saddened to know that you are with God.
My deepest Condolences to your family and John, your fiancee.
You were always the kindest person, loved your llamas dearly and your alpacas that I helped you adopt.
You were there for me when I needed a good friend this summer. I will never forget.
I will miss you!
Rest in Peace Cynthia.
Dee Duffy
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Cynthia my friend. You were such a light in this world. What a wonderful friend you were. We showed dogs together. We laughed together and had such fun together. You were generous in so many ways. You were always there when someone needed help and you helped them without making it a big deal. You loved so much and so many. I will miss you always.
Sherry Thresher
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Met Cynthia when Jacki and I became friends 65 years ago. Followed her life through Jacki; know she lived life on her terms, making phenomenal memories for herself and others. May she RIP; prayers for those she left behind, especially Jacki and John🙏🏻 Their pain is so felt🥺
Polly Henderson
Saturday, November 8, 2025
I can't believe that I just read that Cynthia has passed away! I will miss you. We were next door neighbors for many years. Go in peace my friend.
Connie Vaughn
Saturday, November 8, 2025
I am so sorry for the loss of Cynthia. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her family and to John, her fiancée. I knew Cynthia as a child when we lived across the street from each other and was surprised when I found out she lives in Mayflower also. I know she will be missed.
Melissa Shepherd
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Will miss you!
Jacki Stafford
Saturday, November 8, 2025
My little sister and I can't even describe how I feel. I will miss our arguments and shared memories. Rest in peace Cynthia.
Leda Zumbro
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Friends for many years, Going to miss you and our phone calls.
Missy Krumm
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Mrs.Cynthia will be greatly missed!!!! She was such a wonderful person. I looked forward to visiting her every time I worked storms in Little Rock, even after retirement!!!! I am honored to have gotten to work with her for some many years and enjoy her friendship.
Wham Pollard
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Oh Cynthia. What can I say. I will miss you so very much. Loved bringing Boudreaux over to play with your guys and still laugh at the day he decided he could herd ducks. I miss you so much.
Nancy Edmunds
Friday, November 7, 2025
Our friendship has covered over 4 decades. I am so glad we got to visit at a dog show in Atlanta in recent years. I will miss knowing you're out there. Rest in true peace, my friend. I love you.
Kim Green
Friday, November 7, 2025
Daughter of Vicki Bell (long time friend). This saddens me deeply. She was such a strong and vibrant personality, and will be greatly missed.
Emily Janes
Friday, November 7, 2025
I am so sad to hear of Cynthia’s passing. She will be greatly missed.
Kelly Holland
Friday, November 7, 2025
Sure going to miss you girlfriend. 🙏
Chuck Burns
Friday, November 7, 2025
You were an Amazing lady. You had a heart of Gold. You will forever be missed my dear friend.
Vanessa Koolhof
Friday, November 7, 2025
I am grateful for having known Cynthia through dog shows, and our beloved Sandy. It makes me smile through my tears to know that the two of them are together again in heaven I will miss our phone calls in her visits.. Rest well, my friend and I’ll see you on the other side
Norma Beatty
Friday, November 7, 2025
Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let the perpetual light shine upon her. May she Rest In Peace. May all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Prayers for the family.
Jill Battenberg/Huston
Friday, November 7, 2025
This is very sad news, I knew her back in the 80’s -90’s showing otterhounds together, enjoyed our recent chats about birds and cruising.. she will be dearly missed by many… RIP my Friend..
John Ott
Friday, November 7, 2025
I am in shock and still cannot believe that she is gone.